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Island businesses are drawn to Wildlight

Guest Columnist
Thursday, February 2, 2023
Like a moth to a light, like a seagull to a beach, Amelia Island businesses are being drawn to the wide open spaces around the Wildlight community in Yulee. The latest local business to expand westward is Mocama Beer Co. – and in a big way.
Several key NCCOA leaders and donors celebrated the record-breaking fundraising outcome during the 17th annual Salute to Seniors Gala Jan. 21 at the Omni Amelia Island Resort. They are, from left, Julie Wood, NCCOA Board Chair Ken Saitow, Betty Berkman, NCCOA President and CEO Janice Ancrum, holding record, Board Vice Chair Rick Keffer and auctioneer Aaron Bean. Photo by Page Teahan Photography

Several key NCCOA leaders and donors celebrated the record-breaking fundraising outcome during the 17th annual Salute to Seniors Gala Jan. 21 at the Omni Amelia Island Resort. They are, from left, Julie Wood, NCCOA Board Chair Ken Saitow, Betty Berkman, NCCOA President and CEO Janice Ancrum, holding record, Board Vice Chair Rick Keffer and auctioneer Aaron Bean. Photo by Page Teahan Photography

NCCOA 17th annual gala salutes our greatest generation

News Staff
Thursday, February 2, 2023
Nassau County Council on Aging's 17th annual Salute to Seniors Gala, held at the Omni Amelia Island Resort on Jan. 21, highlighted the life-enriching programs and services the agency offers our Greatest Generation in Nassau County. More than 300 people attended the fundraiser.
Quilts by the Sea quilt show, sponsored by Amelia Island Quilt Guild, is Feb. 17-18. Submitted photo

Quilts by the Sea quilt show, sponsored by Amelia Island Quilt Guild, is Feb. 17-18. Submitted photo

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Quilt show provides care and challenges

News Staff
Thursday, February 2, 2023
The Amelia Island Quilt Guild is proud to present its triennial quilt show, Quilts by the Sea, on Feb. 17 and 18. The show attracts visitors from the region, including First Coast counties and South Georgia. This year’s show promises to wow visitors with more than 100 quilts and fiber art pieces.
Ron Miller in front of “Nana” the largest dune in Florida.

Ron Miller in front of “Nana” the largest dune in Florida.

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Touring Amelia Island’s history and heritage

Guest Columnist
Thursday, February 2, 2023
American Beach on Amelia Island is a remarkable place with an important history. Founded in 1935 by A.L. Lewis, it was a place of respite for African Americans during the Jim Crow era, providing a space for “recreation and relaxation without fear of humiliation”.
Partnership provides local military families with a day of fishing. Submitted photo.

Partnership provides local military families with a day of fishing. Submitted photo.

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Partnership provides local military families with a day of fishing

News Staff
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
To bring accessible fishing opportunities and environmental education to local military families, Timucuan Parks Foundation recently teamed up with the National Park Service Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve for a Junior Ranger Angler Fishing Clinic for Blue Star Families Jacksonville.
Dr. Taylor Clem with one of the many specimens of bugs, branches and animals studied by the UF Extension office. “I love my job,” he said. “Some days you get a little head spun because you have so many things going on at the same time, but that’s OK. I will probably have someone call me today to ask about a palm tree or a person bring a bug sample in. Every day is different and that’s why I love it.”

Dr. Taylor Clem with one of the many specimens of bugs, branches and animals studied by the UF Extension office. “I love my job,” he said. “Some days you get a little head spun because you have so many things going on at the same time, but that’s OK. I will probably have someone call me today to ask about a palm tree or a person bring a bug sample in. Every day is different and that’s why I love it.”

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UF Extension is more than pest control — it’s about improving the community

Julia Roberts
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
Is your vegetable garden not bearing vegetables? Your lawn looking bare or brown? Are your chickens not laying, does your child want to learn about raising a calf? Are you having issues filing your taxes or navigating Medicaid?
Nassau County band students and directors and Nassau County School Board members gather for a celebratory group photo at the recent All District Band Concert in Jacksonville. Submitted photo.

Nassau County band students and directors and Nassau County School Board members gather for a celebratory group photo at the recent All District Band Concert in Jacksonville. Submitted photo.

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Nassau County students selected to perform in district concert

News Staff
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
On Saturday, 45 Nassau County middle and high school students performed in an All District Band Concert held at Atlantic Coast High School in Jacksonville. “There were three different bands - Middle School Honor Band, High School Nomination Band, and High School Honor Band.

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FBPD arrests man for attempted murder

Holly Dorman
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
The Fernandina Beach Police Department arrested a man on charges of attempted murder and tampering with a witness Jan. 24. Officers took Christopher Bagley, 51, into custody after responding to a possible battery, with the victim being at Baptist Nassau Medical Center.
Teachers contract ratified by school board. Photo by Holly Dorman/News-Leader

Teachers contract ratified by school board. Photo by Holly Dorman/News-Leader

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Teachers contract ratified by school board

Holly Dorman
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
The Nassau County School Board ratified its contract with the Nassau Teachers’ Association on Thursday, officially sealing the deal guaranteeing teachers receive their “much needed” and “historic” raises.