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Surfers Aiden Flynn, CJ Rogers and Noah Poteat were out on the water Sunday at Main Beach. Photo by Marisa DeMar/News-Leader

Surfers Aiden Flynn, CJ Rogers and Noah Poteat were out on the water Sunday at Main Beach. Photo by Marisa DeMar/News-Leader

Local Lens: Spring surfin' on Amelia Island

Marisa DeMar
Friday, April 3, 2026
Surfers Aiden Flynn, CJ Rogers and Noah Poteat were out on the water Sunday at Main Beach.
Officers on the scene of an incident invovling an SUV and a bicycle March 27 on South Fletcher Avenue. Amy Mulligan/News-Leader

Officers on the scene of an incident invovling an SUV and a bicycle March 27 on South Fletcher Avenue. Amy Mulligan/News-Leader

FHP: Bicyclist hospitalized after collision with SUV

News Staff
Friday, April 3, 2026
A 75-year-old Fernandina Beach man suffered “incapacitating injuries” while riding a bicycle March 27 after a car swerved into the bike lane on South Fletcher Avenue knocked him off the bike and ran over him, according to a Florida Highway Patrol report.
FBHS and YHS students stand in front of their art at the Purple Dove Resale Center in Fernandina Beach on March 30.  By Marisa DeMar/News-Leader

FBHS and YHS students stand in front of their art at the Purple Dove Resale Center in Fernandina Beach on March 30.  By Marisa DeMar/News-Leader

The Power of Art 

Marisa DeMar
Friday, April 3, 2026
In recognition of Teen Dating Violence Awareness, local domestic violence center Micah’s Place hosted their 5th annual teen art contest called The Power of Art: A Vision of Love and Respect - Imagining A Violence-Free World.
The Ron Sapp Egans Creek Greenway trail is a popular outdoor spot in Fernandina Beach. Unfortunately for those who suffer from allergies, the trail is booming with blooms on the trees and flowering plants as Nassau County welcomes Spring. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

The Ron Sapp Egans Creek Greenway trail is a popular outdoor spot in Fernandina Beach. Unfortunately for those who suffer from allergies, the trail is booming with blooms on the trees and flowering plants as Nassau County welcomes Spring. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Blooms abound as Spring begins

Ashley Chandler
Friday, March 20, 2026
As Nassau County’s beautiful native plant species begin to show off, many people’s eyes, noses and respiratory systems are showing out. Today is the vernal equinox, also known as the first day of Spring.
The fifth annual Astronomy Night was held Friday, March 13 at Fort Clinch State Park. Photos by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

The fifth annual Astronomy Night was held Friday, March 13 at Fort Clinch State Park. Photos by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Stars align at Fort Clinch

Ashley Chandler
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Hundreds of people were welcomed inside Fort Clinch after dark last week, to the delight of local lovers of the stars.The fifth annual Astronomy Night was hosted at Fort Clinch State Park, sponsored by Friends of Fort Clinch with the help of the Northeast Florida Astronomical Society.
Cutline 1: Molly Vogel organizes sourdough breads and treats at her Doris & Eris Artisan Bakery stand at the Markets by Mariah farmers market at Tractor Supply on Saturday.

Cutline 1: Molly Vogel organizes sourdough breads and treats at her Doris & Eris Artisan Bakery stand at the Markets by Mariah farmers market at Tractor Supply on Saturday.

Baker builds community through bread

Amy Mulligan
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Bread has been bringing people together for centuries. Whether it’s shared around a dinner table or passed between friends, breaking bread has a way of building community like few other things can.
The Classic Motors Amelia Island Kickoff and the Concours d’Lemons, hosted simultaneously Friday at Main Beach Park. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

The Classic Motors Amelia Island Kickoff and the Concours d’Lemons, hosted simultaneously Friday at Main Beach Park. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Multitude of car events boost appeal to visitors of concours

Ashley Chandler
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
The Amelia Concours, formerly the Concours d’Elegance, has been regarded as one of the best car shows in the country over the years.  The prestigious car show features vehicles flown in from around the world. Attendees of this year’s event faced a $180 ticket with discounts for seniors and children.
A crowd gathers outside City Hall on Tuesday evening. Nick Blank/News-Leader

A crowd gathers outside City Hall on Tuesday evening. Nick Blank/News-Leader

City closer to potential Ybor Alvarez solution

Nick Blank
Friday, March 6, 2026
Fernandina Beach commissioners directed staff at a crowded workshop Tuesday night to research a proposal that would keep youth soccer on Amelia Island, though questions about the price tag lingered.
Theresa Hartz, member of the Amelia Island Whale Ambassadors, speaks during the Brown Bag Lunch held Wednesday at the Amelia Island Museum of History. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Theresa Hartz, member of the Amelia Island Whale Ambassadors, speaks during the Brown Bag Lunch held Wednesday at the Amelia Island Museum of History. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Right whales see most new calves in 15 years

Ashley Chandler
Friday, March 6, 2026
Members of the Amelia Island Whale Ambassadors teamed up with the Amelia Island Museum of History on Wednesday to bring the public an informative presentation on the North Atlantic right whale calving season.