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A deputy speaks to children at the radKIDS camp in Yulee. Submitted photo

A deputy speaks to children at the radKIDS camp in Yulee. Submitted photo

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radKIDS camp offers safety skills, confidence

Nick Blank
Sunday, June 28, 2026
A summer camp is making sure children are learning safety skills and are empowered to act or speak up in potentially dangerous situations. The national radKIDS camp is an engaging mix of lectures and safety drills, Nassau County Coalition Community Director Caitlin Miller said.

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NCSO: Man accused of driving drunk with 3 children in car

News Staff
Thursday, June 18, 2026
A Jacksonville man was arrested Friday on DUI charges in Callahan with two toddlers and an infant in the car, the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office said. Lewis, 37, was charged with five misdemeanors: three counts of alcohol or drugs .
From left, Brandi Layton and Nathaniel Woolard

From left, Brandi Layton and Nathaniel Woolard

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NCSO: Man, woman arrested on fentanyl trafficking charges

News Staff
Friday, April 3, 2026
A Jacksonville man and woman were arrested Wednesday on fentanyl trafficking charges after two controlled buys last year and a traffic stop Tuesday, a Nassau County Sheriff’s Office arrest report said.
Sheriff Bill Leeper with Madrina Addison-Harris

Sheriff Bill Leeper with Madrina Addison-Harris

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NCSO honors employees, life saving efforts

Nick Blank
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
ore than a dozen Nassau County Sheriff’s Office employees were recognized for their service and efforts Friday at the agency's training complex in Yulee at its annual ceremony.Sheriff Bill Leeper served as MC and family members and coworkers packed into the presentation room.

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NCSO: 1-year-old ingests meth in Callahan, 4 arrested

News Staff
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Four adults were arrested after a one-year-old ingested methamphetamine inside a Callahan home last week, the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office said. Hayden Simmons, Damien Windham, Erica Foley and Judith Addison were each charged with child neglect causing great bodily harm.
Nassau County Sheriff Bill Leeper and Director of Nassau County Animal Services Steve MacKinnon

Nassau County Sheriff Bill Leeper and Director of Nassau County Animal Services Steve MacKinnon

Report: Bryceville man accused of sexual activity with dog

News Staff
Monday, March 2, 2026
A 68-year-old Bryceville man has been accused of sexually abusing his dog, according to the Nassau County Sheriffs Office.James Piner was arrested Thursday on a charge of sexual activities involving animals.
NCSO deputies on the scene of an incident in January. File photo/News-Leader

NCSO deputies on the scene of an incident in January. File photo/News-Leader

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NCSO: Man dies from self-inflicted gunshot at Callahan home after standoff

News Staff
Friday, February 13, 2026
A Callahan man died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound after a roughly seven-hour standoff at a home Thursday morning, the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office said.Deputies responded to a residence on Jessica Place in Callahan around 4 p.m. on Wednesday regarding a call for service.
Folliett (NCSO)

Folliett (NCSO)

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NCSO: Ex-Hilliard Middle-Senior High bookkeeper stole $120K from school

Nick Blank
Thursday, January 29, 2026
A Hilliard woman is accused of stealing more than $120,000 from Hilliard Middle-Senior High while she worked as a bookkeeper there, the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office said.Jennifer Lynn Folliett, 46, was arrested on Tuesday and charged with organized fraud, grand theft, and official misconduct.