Nassau County

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

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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

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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.
Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks Thursday in Yulee. Photo by Nick Blank/News-Leader

Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks Thursday in Yulee. Photo by Nick Blank/News-Leader

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County awarded $6.25M grant to fund road to job creation hub near U.S. 301, I-10

Nick Blank
Friday, March 6, 2026
Speaking in Yulee on Thursday morning, Gov. Ron DeSantis awarded the county $6.25 million to fund a road for a new job creation hub near U.S. 301 and I-10. The U.S. 301 and I-10 interchange runs along U.S. 90 south of Bryceville in West Nassau County.
Nassau County School District board members and Superintendent Kathy Burns, left, listen to public comment at a workshop Monday night. Nick Blank/News-Leader

Nassau County School District board members and Superintendent Kathy Burns, left, listen to public comment at a workshop Monday night. Nick Blank/News-Leader

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School board mulls 1 mill continuation

Nick Blank
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
With Nassau County School District’s one-mill increase set to expire, district board members reviewed the one-mill’s benefits, timeline and a possible reduction, and heard pleas from employees to keep the one-mill in place.
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 Fernandina Beach water tower and Water Treatment Plant on Monday located at Atlantic Avenue and 11th Street. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

The Fernandina Beach water tower and Water Treatment Plant on Monday located at Atlantic Avenue and 11th Street. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

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Locals face 'severe water shortage'

Ashley Chandler
Tuesday, March 3, 2026
A concern of moderate water shortage has now been upgraded to a severe water shortage in Nassau and surrounding counties. A Phase Two Water Shortage has been declared indicating a “severe water shortage.
County commissioners and staff during the Winter Strategic Planning Session on Friday. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

County commissioners and staff during the Winter Strategic Planning Session on Friday. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

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County hosts Winter Strategic Planning Session

Ashley Chandler
Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Last week, Nassau County commissioners, staff, consultants and members of the public filled the Bean Center at the FSCJ Betty P Cook Nassau Center.On Thursday and Friday, Nassau County held the Winter Strategic Planning Session to discuss plans for the county’s future.
An aerial view of Westside Regional Park construction. Submitted

An aerial view of Westside Regional Park construction. Submitted

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Nassau County’s Westside Regional Park takes shape

Ashley Chandler
Friday, February 27, 2026
New aerial photographs of the construction progress of Westside Regional Park show the highly-anticipated park is taking form. Jay Robertson, Parks & Recreation director for Nassau County, said phase one of the project is “on schedule and in line for an early summer opening.
County Manager Taco Pope presents at the Winter Strategic Planning Session on Thursday. Nick Blank/News-Leader

County Manager Taco Pope presents at the Winter Strategic Planning Session on Thursday. Nick Blank/News-Leader

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County: CFO gave ‘incomplete review’

Ashley Chandler
Thursday, February 26, 2026
Nassau County has released its budget analysis in response to Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia’s initial report that Nassau County’s Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget included more than $50 million of wasteful spending.
Isabelle and Lisa Sala.

Isabelle and Lisa Sala.

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Hometown Heroes honored

Nick Blank
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
The Barnabas Center hosted its fifth annual Hometown Heroes Fashion Show at Mocama Brewing Co. on Monday night, honoring community members for their impact on Nassau County youth.Barnabas Center CEO Jamie Reynolds said the honorees believe in and show up for the youth.