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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.

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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.
The Hoyt House on Atlantic Avenue in Downtown Fernandina Beach. By Marisa DeMar/News-Leader 

The Hoyt House on Atlantic Avenue in Downtown Fernandina Beach. By Marisa DeMar/News-Leader 

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A Legacy of Love

Marisa DeMar
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Hoyt House Bed and Breakfast will be hosting a Valentines Day Gala in collaboration with the Amelia Island Museum of History to raise money for the museum. The event known as the Love Legacy Gala will be from 6:30 p.m to 10 p.m on Feb. 14 in the newly renovated backyard of the bed and breakfast.
Nick Williams leads the dolphin excursion at the Ritz Carlton Resort on Amelia Island.  Courtesy of the Ritz-Carlton 

Nick Williams leads the dolphin excursion at the Ritz Carlton Resort on Amelia Island.  Courtesy of the Ritz-Carlton 

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Immersive education: Ritz-Carlton’s Naturalist spreads love for nature

Marisa DeMar
Friday, January 23, 2026
  The Ritz-Carlton Resort on Amelia Island offers more than just a luxury vacation on the beach. Its specialized nature program, launched shortly after the pandemic, teaches guests about the unique ecosystems and natural beauty found on Amelia Island.
Amelia Island Restaurant Week

Amelia Island Restaurant Week

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Options to savor at 18th Amelia Island Restaurant Week

Nick Blank
Friday, January 16, 2026
Amelia Island’s culinary scene is on display for the next 10 days for Amelia Island Restaurant Week, where residents and visitors in search of flavor have 24 participating restaurants to choose from. Amelia Island Restaurant Week, which starts today and runs through Jan.