Nassau County

The Board of County Commissioners meets earlier this month. Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

The Board of County Commissioners meets earlier this month. Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

County approves single lane two-way alternating traffic during CR 121 construction

Ashley Chandler
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
The Phase 1 makeover of County Road 121 is going to take 120 extra days after the Board of County Commissioners approved an additional $2 million to tackle concerns from west side residents. The BOCC approved a change order worth $2,387,121.61 to its contract with Anderson Columbia Co.
Ron Whitesides, of Purvis, Gray & Co., presents Wednesday to the Board of County Commissioners on the companies’ most recent audit of the BOCC and constitutional offices. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Ron Whitesides, of Purvis, Gray & Co., presents Wednesday to the Board of County Commissioners on the companies’ most recent audit of the BOCC and constitutional offices. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Audit firm reports county in ‘good, healthy financial condition’

Ashley Chandler
Friday, March 20, 2026
Nassau County received an assuring report on its last Fiscal Year from an external auditor. The Nassau County Board of County Commissioners heard an update from Ron Whitesides with Purvis, Gray & Co., following the company’s audit for Fiscal Year 2024/2025, which ended on Sept. 30.
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.
A roundabout is being constructed at Amelia Island Parkway and Buccaneer Trail. Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

A roundabout is being constructed at Amelia Island Parkway and Buccaneer Trail. Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Safety in loops: County staff discusses roundabouts

Ashley Chandler
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Nassau County residents are getting used to driving 'round and 'round. As a part of its push to manage growth and safety, the county is working with its contracted companies to construct roundabouts at busy intersections.
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.
Commissioner Klynt Farmer and Sara Clifton, Nassau County CRS coordinator. Submitted

Commissioner Klynt Farmer and Sara Clifton, Nassau County CRS coordinator. Submitted

County raises flood risk awareness

Ashley Chandler
Friday, March 13, 2026
The Board of County Commissioners declared this week as Flood Awareness Week in Nassau County. The awareness week is meant to increase knowledge of flood risk, the availability of flood insurance, flood protection methods and how to prepare for emergencies, the county says.
Plans for the Cornerstone Classical Academy in Wildlight.

Plans for the Cornerstone Classical Academy in Wildlight.

Charter school application approved

Nick Blank
Friday, March 13, 2026
Nassau County’s first charter school set for Wildlight is a step closer after its application was approved by a state committee last month.
The fate of the Penny Press machine in Ship's Lantern is uncertain as pennies fade out of circulation. Amy Mulligan/News-Leader

The fate of the Penny Press machine in Ship's Lantern is uncertain as pennies fade out of circulation. Amy Mulligan/News-Leader

End of pennies changes payments

Amy Mulligan
Friday, March 13, 2026
Don’t expect exact change when you’re paying with cash if Gov. Ron DeSantis signs a bill that will allow retailers and consumers to round up or down to the nearest nickel. The House voted 111-1 Tuesday on the measure (SB 1074). Jacksonville Democratic Rep. Angie Nixon voted against it.
County Attorney Denise May speaks at the 2026 Winter Strategic Planning Session. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

County Attorney Denise May speaks at the 2026 Winter Strategic Planning Session. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

County Attorney weighs legislative impact

Amy Mulligan
Friday, March 6, 2026
More than 1,900 bills have been introduced during the 2026 Legislative Session.  “There are some very fastmoving amendments going on in the legislature right now,” Nassau County Attorney Denise May said.