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From left, Joseph Voss-Danker and his father Fred Danker pose behind the desk in their personal training facility in Fernandina Beach. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

From left, Joseph Voss-Danker and his father Fred Danker pose behind the desk in their personal training facility in Fernandina Beach. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Father-son pair strive to do the unimaginable

Ashley Chandler
Friday, July 11, 2025
A father-son strength-training duo from Fernandina Beach is looking to take Florida by storm with a body-building “trifecta.”Fred Danker has worked in Fernandina Beach as a personal trainer for nearly 30 years and competed in numerous body-building competitions.
Pickleballers play on the Nassau Pickleball 365 courts Monday morning in Yulee. Photos by Mike Anderson/News-Leader

Pickleballers play on the Nassau Pickleball 365 courts Monday morning in Yulee. Photos by Mike Anderson/News-Leader

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Nassau Pickleball 365: Open daily

Jim Luksic
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Pickleball has become all the rage across most of America, and northeast Florida is no exception. Just ask Bruce Duncan, who co-owns Nassau Pickleball 365 with his wife, Shelly, in Yulee.
More than 110 paddlers finished a 9-10 mile kayak from St. Marys to Fernandina Beach to benefit veterans over the weekend. (COURTESY)

More than 110 paddlers finished a 9-10 mile kayak from St. Marys to Fernandina Beach to benefit veterans over the weekend. (COURTESY)

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Paddle event supports veterans

Ashley Chandler
Friday, June 27, 2025
More than 110 paddlers finished a 9-10 mile kayak from St. Marys to Fernandina Beach to benefit veterans over the weekend.
Derrick Henry, a former Yulee High star and current Baltimore Ravens star, waves to the crowd during a community day he hosted Saturday in Yulee. (MIKE THORN/Nassau County Record)

Derrick Henry, a former Yulee High star and current Baltimore Ravens star, waves to the crowd during a community day he hosted Saturday in Yulee. (MIKE THORN/Nassau County Record)

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King Henry gives back to Yulee

News Staff
Friday, June 27, 2025
By MIKE THORN NFL superstar and Yulee native Derrick Henry returned home Saturday for his annual Two All Community Day. Each year, Henry gives away bicycles, backpacks, scooters, books, and other items to 300 kids in preparation for the upcoming school year.
The 16th green and marsh view at the Oak Marsh golf course at Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa. Submitted photo

The 16th green and marsh view at the Oak Marsh golf course at Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa. Submitted photo

Oak Marsh course reopens at Omni

Beth Jones
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
When Beau Welling agreed to renovate Oak Marsh, it wasn’t just his next project. It was personal. The 18-hole, Pete Dye-designed course opened in 1972 at the resort on the south end of the island, and Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa decided last year it was time for a makeover.
Victoria Rushing, Levi Hutchinson, Jesse Basse, Cael Kubatzke and Callie Brackens, front row from left, signed national letters of intent Wednesday to compete on the college level. Pictured, back row from left, are athletic director Mike Woodard, beach volleyball coach Brian Evatt, baseball coach Jon Shave, basketball coach Matt Bringman, wrestling coach Eric Kubatzke and volleyball coach Paige Subjinski. Photo by Penny Glackin/Special

Victoria Rushing, Levi Hutchinson, Jesse Basse, Cael Kubatzke and Callie Brackens, front row from left, signed national letters of intent Wednesday to compete on the college level. Pictured, back row from left, are athletic director Mike Woodard, beach volleyball coach Brian Evatt, baseball coach Jon Shave, basketball coach Matt Bringman, wrestling coach Eric Kubatzke and volleyball coach Paige Subjinski. Photo by Penny Glackin/Special

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5 Pirates pen to play

Beth Jones
Friday, May 2, 2025
It’s the day they’ve worked toward their entire high school careers. Wednesday was signing day for five Fernandina Beach High School seniors who’ve chosen to stick with their sport on the college level.
Overall low gross winners include, from left, Judy Stiber, Vickie Galpin, Mia Fitzgerald and Claudeen Lindberg. Submitted

Overall low gross winners include, from left, Judy Stiber, Vickie Galpin, Mia Fitzgerald and Claudeen Lindberg. Submitted

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Member-Guest held at GCAI

Beth Jones
Friday, May 2, 2025
The Ladies Golf Association at the Golf Club of Amelia Island held its fourth annual formal Member-Guest April 24-25. Kicking off the event with a cocktail party Thursday night, awards were given for “Kentucky Derby Run for the Roses” attire.
Coen Brehmer, a senior at Yulee High School, defended his title at the state weightlifting championships last week. Photo by Beth Jones/News-Leader

Coen Brehmer, a senior at Yulee High School, defended his title at the state weightlifting championships last week. Photo by Beth Jones/News-Leader

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2 state titles for Brehmer

Beth Jones
Friday, April 18, 2025
State titles are rare. Coen Brehmer has two. The senior weightlifter at Yulee High School won the Olympic title in the 119- pound weight class with a 400-pound total. Brehmer defended his title with a 175-pound snatch and a 225-pound cleanand-jerk.
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Twardy top javelin thrower in Class 2A

Beth Jones
Friday, April 4, 2025
Luke Twardy, a senior at Fernandina Beach High School, is currently the top ranked javelin thrower in Class 2A in Florida. He’s the 15th best in the state in all classifications. His best throw is 179 feet. Twardy also competes in the triple jump, and his best leap is 41 feet 7.25 inches.
Photo by Beth Jones/News-Leader

Photo by Beth Jones/News-Leader

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In photos: Nassau County Showdown

Beth Jones
Friday, April 4, 2025
The Fernandina Beach Middle School softball team hosted Hilliard’s Lady Flashes on Wednesday evening.  “Seventh-grader Kendylle Brown delivered a standout performance for the Lady Pirates, both on the mound and at the plate,” assistant coach Willalee Smith said.