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From left: Phil Griffin, Len Kreger, Carol Weldon, Carlene McDuffie, Christine Harriman, Kayte Weldon and Kevin Harriman of Affordable Housing First.

From left: Phil Griffin, Len Kreger, Carol Weldon, Carlene McDuffie, Christine Harriman, Kayte Weldon and Kevin Harriman of Affordable Housing First.

Nonprofit targets affordable housing shortage

The face of affordability has changed dramatically, the staff of an affordable housing nonprofit said. Affordable Housing First co-founders Carlene McDuffie and Carol Weldon conceptualized an affordable housing-focused nonprofit in 2023, and it came to fruition in early 2024.
Fifth District Court of Appeal Judge Adrian Soud speaks to students about the founding principles of the U.S. Monday.

Fifth District Court of Appeal Judge Adrian Soud speaks to students about the founding principles of the U.S. Monday.

Appellate judge stresses American framework, rights

Fifth District Court of Appeal Judge Adrian Soud spoke on the U.S. Constitution, the branches of government and addressed the assassination of conservative political activist Charlie Kirk in front of an engaged audience of students in Yulee on Monday.
McKinney-Vento Program Manager Mollie Cressey stands at the front of the clothes closet, which is run by volunteers.

McKinney-Vento Program Manager Mollie Cressey stands at the front of the clothes closet, which is run by volunteers.

McKinney-Vento program offers homeless students level playing field

Students experiencing homelessness or economic hardships can find solace in a large space off U.S. 17 in Yulee that is packed with clothes, shoes and hygienic products. The federal McKinney-Vento Act establishes that homeless students have a right to clothing, food service and school supplies.