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Give blood Tuesday in Yulee

News Staff
Monday, September 7, 2026
On Tuesday, The HCA Florida Yulee Emergency, 462541 State Road 200, will host a bloodmobile drive. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., medical professionals will be at the mobile unit on the northeast corner of SR 200 and I-95.The drive is held through a partnership with LifeSouth Community Blood Centers.
Brilee Snyder takes Big Mac out for a ride Monday at Paramount ARC in Yulee. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Brilee Snyder takes Big Mac out for a ride Monday at Paramount ARC in Yulee. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

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Paramount ARC navigates losses

Marisa DeMar
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Paramount Adaptive Riding Center (ARC) in Yulee is seeking the community’s support as they navigate the loss of two horses that served as integral components of their therapy program.
Nassau County School Superintendent Kathy Burns cuts the ribbon for Hornets Drive, formally know as William Burgess Extension. Photo courtesy of Nassau County

Nassau County School Superintendent Kathy Burns cuts the ribbon for Hornets Drive, formally know as William Burgess Extension. Photo courtesy of Nassau County

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Hornets Drive ready to ride

Ashley Chandler
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Transportation around Yulee middle and high school will look a lot different this coming school year.The William Burgess Extension Project is officially complete, and Hornets Drive is set to open in the coming weeks.
A child looks through school supplies Wednesday at the Walmart on Amelia Island. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

A child looks through school supplies Wednesday at the Walmart on Amelia Island. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

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Back-to-school tax holidays, giveaways resume

Nick Blank
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
The first day of school may be closer than it seems.Aug. 10 is fast approaching and local organizations back-to-school’ giveaways are underway. Families have the option to take advantage of the state’s Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday from July 20 until Aug. 20.

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County OK’s purchase of church parcel for roadway extension

Ashley Chandler
Friday, July 17, 2026
A “major safety improvement” is moving along in Yulee.  The Board of County Commissioners on Wednesday approved the purchase of a parcel of land from the Yulee Methodist Church, Inc. for $215,931.85. The parcel will be used for the Christian Way extension project.
Beaufort the firetruck, which is used by Community Stewards of Yulee, Inc., to spread Christmas cheer and support other community events needs a new engine. Submitted photo

Beaufort the firetruck, which is used by Community Stewards of Yulee, Inc., to spread Christmas cheer and support other community events needs a new engine. Submitted photo

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Beaufort the Firetruck needs a new heart

Amy Mulligan
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
For generations of families in Yulee, one of the most anticipated signs of Christmas has been the sound of a firetruck rolling through the neighborhood with Santa Claus waving from atop the truck. Now, the community is coming together to ensure that tradition continues.
Baltimore Ravens running back and Yulee High School Graduate Derrick Henry returned to Yulee on June 13 for the Two All Community Day. Photo by Nick Blank/News-Leader

Baltimore Ravens running back and Yulee High School Graduate Derrick Henry returned to Yulee on June 13 for the Two All Community Day. Photo by Nick Blank/News-Leader

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Derrick Henry returns to Yulee for Two All Community Day

Nick Blank
Thursday, June 18, 2026
In the quiet Yulee Sports Complex gymnasium, volunteers shuffled in the bikes and toys as the line outside grew. On Saturday, Derrick Henry, the Yulee Hornet, Baltimore Ravens star running back and 2015 Heisman Trophy winner, came home.
Yulee Primary School held a book-signing event for their resident author Amari Bryant, a first-grader at the school. Bryant signed copies of his book, Going Camping. Submitted

Yulee Primary School held a book-signing event for their resident author Amari Bryant, a first-grader at the school. Bryant signed copies of his book, Going Camping. Submitted

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Local first-grader holds book signing at YPS

News Staff
Friday, May 29, 2026
Yulee Primary School hosted a special book signing event on campus recently for their resident published author. The local first-grade author, Amari Bryant, signed copies of his book, Going Camping. Yulee Primary School said, “we could not be more proud of him!
Journey Flannery shows off her hardware after winning two of her three divisions at at the Father Devine National Team Qualifier & Championship and making Team Florida. Submitted photo

Journey Flannery shows off her hardware after winning two of her three divisions at at the Father Devine National Team Qualifier & Championship and making Team Florida. Submitted photo

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Yulee wrestler makes Team Florida

Ashley Chandler
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Journey Flannery is making a name for herself in girls wrestling.At a recent qualifying tournament, Flannery made Team Florida, in her second year competing in the sport.