Left, Gavin Andrew Green gives the Valedictorian Address at Yulee's graduation ceremony Friday at UNF Arena. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader; Right, Ivy Bradley gives the Valedictorian Address at Fernandina Beach's graduation ceremony Saturday at UNF Arena. Photo by Penny Glackin/Special to the News-Leader

Left, Gavin Andrew Green gives the Valedictorian Address at Yulee's graduation ceremony Friday at UNF Arena. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader; Right, Ivy Bradley gives the Valedictorian Address at Fernandina Beach's graduation ceremony Saturday at UNF Arena. Photo by Penny Glackin/Special to the News-Leader

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Local graduates traveled to Jacksonville over the weekend to celebrate the end of an era. Yulee High School held its graduation ceremony Friday and Fernandina Beach High School held its Saturday at the University of North Florida Arena in…
The Fernandina Beach High School Class of 2025 graduation ceremony was held Saturday at the University of North Florida Arena in Jacksonville. Photo by Penny Glackin/Special to the News-Leader

The Fernandina Beach High School Class of 2025 graduation ceremony was held Saturday at the University of North Florida Arena in Jacksonville. Photo by Penny Glackin/Special to the News-Leader

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First responders and Ocean Rescue resuscitated a beachgoer who was pulled out of the water Thursday at Main Beach by other visitors. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

First responders and Ocean Rescue resuscitated a beachgoer who was pulled out of the water Thursday at Main Beach by other visitors. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

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A man was pulled from the water at Main Beach on Thursday when he appeared to be in distress shortly after a sea turtle release.

The Ocean Rescue watches over visitors of Amelia Island beaches from several types of stands set up on the beaches. Lifeguards are on duty from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. on weekdays and 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. on weekends and holidays. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

The Ocean Rescue watches over visitors of Amelia Island beaches from several types of stands set up on the beaches. Lifeguards are on duty from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. on weekdays and 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. on weekends and holidays. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

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Keeping people safe on Amelia Island’s beaches is a top priority for local municipalities.

Left, Gavin Andrew Green gives the Valedictorian Address at Yulee's graduation ceremony Friday at UNF Arena. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader; Right, Ivy Bradley gives the Valedictorian Address at Fernandina Beach's graduation ceremony Saturday at UNF Arena. Photo by Penny Glackin/Special to the News-Leader

Left, Gavin Andrew Green gives the Valedictorian Address at Yulee's graduation ceremony Friday at UNF Arena. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader; Right, Ivy Bradley gives the Valedictorian Address at Fernandina Beach's graduation ceremony Saturday at UNF Arena. Photo by Penny Glackin/Special to the News-Leader

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Local graduates traveled to Jacksonville over the weekend to celebrate the end of an era. Yulee High School held its graduation ceremony Friday and Fernandina Beach High School held its Saturday at the University of North Florida Arena in Jacksonville. More pictures: FBHS graduation ceremony…
The Board of County Commissioners meets May 12 in the Commission Chambers at the James S. Page Governmental Complex. From left, County Attorney Denise May, commissioners John Martin, Klynt Farmer, A.M. "Hupp" Huppmann, Jeff Gray and Alyson McCullough. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

The Board of County Commissioners meets May 12 in the Commission Chambers at the James S. Page Governmental Complex. From left, County Attorney Denise May, commissioners John Martin, Klynt Farmer, A.M. "Hupp" Huppmann, Jeff Gray and Alyson McCullough. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

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BOCC had a short break this month when their regularly scheduled third meeting of the month was canceled for falling on Memorial Day. That didn’t stop county leaders from moving along with business as usual. The board made several notable actions at its two meetings, May 12 and 21. Among other…
The Fernandina Beach High School Class of 2025 graduation ceremony was held Saturday at the University of North Florida Arena in Jacksonville. Photo by Penny Glackin/Special to the News-Leader

The Fernandina Beach High School Class of 2025 graduation ceremony was held Saturday at the University of North Florida Arena in Jacksonville. Photo by Penny Glackin/Special to the News-Leader

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Nassau County Stormwater Director Katie Peay speaks at a previous Board of County Commissioners meeting. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Nassau County Stormwater Director Katie Peay speaks at a previous Board of County Commissioners meeting. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

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Nassau County is making real progress in its plan to relieve residents dealing with flooding concerns in the Thomas Creek Watershed. The county put in an application for another grant this month, the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program for $244,729.61 that would go to the Thomas Creek Land Acquisition…
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Image from Nassau County staff presentation

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Out at Main Beach on any given day, visitors might look up to see, no, not a bird or a plane, but a powered paraglider.  On Wednesday, the Board of County Commissioners heard a presentation on powered paragliders. The presentation was prompted by comments from a concerned resident who says…

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Nassau County received the Gold level Accreditation in the Florida Municipal Insurance Trust's (FMIT) Safety Excellence Initiative (SEI) for having the “highest level of safety excellence.” The county said the gold ranking is the result of scoring at least 85% on the safety comprehensive…
Deputy County Manager and County Engineer Robert Companion speaks at the May 12 Board of County Commissioners meeting in the Commission Chambers at the James S. Page Governmental Complex. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Deputy County Manager and County Engineer Robert Companion speaks at the May 12 Board of County Commissioners meeting in the Commission Chambers at the James S. Page Governmental Complex. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

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By October, Nassau County will have resurfaced 78 miles of road under its Pavement Management Plan.  The Board of County Commissioners approved a $5,183,116.20 contract with Hubbard Construction last week for continuing work on the plan. The work to be done this year will stretch 18 miles,…
Nassau County Senior Planner/Designer Josh Macbeth speaks Monday at the Board of County Commissioners meeting. News-Leader

Nassau County Senior Planner/Designer Josh Macbeth speaks Monday at the Board of County Commissioners meeting. News-Leader

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As county leaders approach the date set to hear the final reading to adopt the Timber to Tides Design Overlay Community Based Design Standards, some residents still have questions and concerns. A handful of locals attended the Nassau County Board of County Commissioners meeting Monday to voice…
First responders and Ocean Rescue resuscitated a beachgoer who was pulled out of the water Thursday at Main Beach by other visitors. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

First responders and Ocean Rescue resuscitated a beachgoer who was pulled out of the water Thursday at Main Beach by other visitors. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

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  A man was pulled from the water at Main Beach on Thursday when he appeared to be in distress shortly after a sea turtle release. Few details were available, but Fernandina Beach Fire Department Battalion Chief Bill Baughn spoke to the News-Leader on scene. Baughn said a man was seen in the…
This dredging equipment is being staged in the Dolphin Parking lot at Main Beach. Photo by  Julia Roberts/News-Leader

This dredging equipment is being staged in the Dolphin Parking lot at Main Beach. Photo by Julia Roberts/News-Leader

What is takes to protect Amelia Island’s beaches 1w6a1j

Amelia Island’s beaches are beautiful, and wide enough for locals and visitors to share. However, the condition of those beaches is not an accident but rather a coordinated effort between the City of Fernandina Beach, the Navy and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. In 2022 Hurricane Nicole did a…
Opening of the Beaches, an event sheduled for Wild Amelia will be held this Saturday at two beachside locations — Main Beach and Peters Point. Photo by Julia Roberts/News-Leader

Opening of the Beaches, an event sheduled for Wild Amelia will be held this Saturday at two beachside locations — Main Beach and Peters Point. Photo by Julia Roberts/News-Leader

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The Annual Wild Amelia Nature Festival offers opportunities for locals and visitors alike to learn about the vast island ecosystem that encomes our beaches.  From May 9 through 17, Wild Amelia offers events for all ages to teach about the diverse local ecosystems and creatures that…

   

The Board of County Commissioners meets May 12 in the Commission Chambers at the James S. Page Governmental Complex. From left, County Attorney Denise May, commissioners John Martin, Klynt Farmer, A.M. "Hupp" Huppmann, Jeff Gray and Alyson McCullough. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

The Board of County Commissioners meets May 12 in the Commission Chambers at the James S. Page Governmental Complex. From left, County Attorney Denise May, commissioners John Martin, Klynt Farmer, A.M. "Hupp" Huppmann, Jeff Gray and Alyson McCullough. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

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BOCC had a short break this month when their regularly scheduled third meeting of the month was canceled for falling on Memorial Day.

Class of 2025, Yulee High School Graduation. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Class of 2025, Yulee High School Graduation. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

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Nassau County Stormwater Director Katie Peay speaks at a previous Board of County Commissioners meeting. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Nassau County Stormwater Director Katie Peay speaks at a previous Board of County Commissioners meeting. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

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Nassau County is making real progress in its plan to relieve residents dealing with flooding concerns in the Thomas Creek Watershed.

The 16th green and marsh view at the Oak Marsh golf course at Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa. Submitted photo

The 16th green and marsh view at the Oak Marsh golf course at Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa. Submitted photo

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When Beau Welling agreed to renovate Oak Marsh, it wasn’t just his next project. It was personal.

Victoria Rushing, Levi Hutchinson, Jesse Basse, Cael Kubatzke and Callie Brackens, front row from left, signed national letters of intent Wednesday to compete on the college level. Pictured, back row from left, are athletic director Mike Woodard, beach volleyball coach Brian Evatt, baseball coach Jon Shave, basketball coach Matt Bringman, wrestling coach Eric Kubatzke and volleyball coach Paige Subjinski. Photo by Penny Glackin/Special

Victoria Rushing, Levi Hutchinson, Jesse Basse, Cael Kubatzke and Callie Brackens, front row from left, signed national letters of intent Wednesday to compete on the college level. Pictured, back row from left, are athletic director Mike Woodard, beach volleyball coach Brian Evatt, baseball coach Jon Shave, basketball coach Matt Bringman, wrestling coach Eric Kubatzke and volleyball coach Paige Subjinski. Photo by Penny Glackin/Special

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It’s the day they’ve worked toward their entire high school careers.

Overall low gross winners include, from left, Judy Stiber, Vickie Galpin, Mia Fitzgerald and Claudeen Lindberg. Submitted

Overall low gross winners include, from left, Judy Stiber, Vickie Galpin, Mia Fitzgerald and Claudeen Lindberg. Submitted

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The Ladies Golf Association at the Golf Club of Amelia Island held its fourth annual formal Member-Guest April 24-25.

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