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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

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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 new logo on the sign outside The Salty Fox Tattoo and Piercing. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

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Get inked by the beach at The Salty Fox Tattoo and Piercings

Ashley Chandler

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

A local tattoo shop previously nestled in the downtown historic district, has set its sights on new Fernandina Beach scenery — right down the street from Seaside Park.

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

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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.

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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

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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

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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

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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.

An aerial view of the Amelia Concours in a previous year. Submitted photo

Guide to The Amelia Concours

Brian Douglas

Wednesday, March 4, 2026

If you’ve been paying close attention you’re well aware that our island’s famous Concours d’Elegance has moved from its decades-long Sunday classic car display to Saturday. The show day was moved last year to avoid a Sunday rainstorm and apparently the presenting Hagerty executives liked the result.

The Amelia Island Book Festival was held over the weekend. Photo by Amy Mulligan/News-Leader

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Stories take center stage

News Staff

Wednesday, March 4, 2026

The Amelia Island Book Festival marked its 25th year — the silver anniversary — with a weekend that felt equal parts celebration, reunion and reminder of why books still matter in a digital world.

The Love Legacy Gala was held Saturday to raise money for the Amelia Island History Museum. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

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Love stands the test of time: Love Legacy Gala a success for history museum

Ashley Chandler

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

At the corner of Eighth and Centre streets this weekend was a scene straight out of a Fernandina Beach history book — carriage drivers open their doors for people wearing fancy gowns and top hats paired with bowties. They approached a party at the historic Hoyt House.