Camden library director Mellissa Clark (right) and children’s specialist Rachael Atterbery decked out themselves and “the holiday gram mobile” last week to deliver holiday cards to every senior facility in Camden County. They’d hoped to get 250 cards, so that each senior would get one. But the kindness of others surprised them as card after card came in until they had more than 1,000 to share.

Librarians, community rally to send cards to seniors

Johna Strickland Rush

Wednesday, November 25, 2020

The Camden County librarians were determined to see their idea through, even when it looked like they’d be writing card after card themselves. With senior facilities closed to visitors for months, the librarians wanted to spread some holiday cheer…

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County blesses CCSO vehicle lease

Jill Helton
Wednesday, November 25, 2020

Tensions flared last week after the sheriff asked the Camden County Board of Commissioners to approve a vehicle lease agreement he had already signed back in June. 

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Mark Bullington with Amelia Kayak Excursions shows Jennifer Tozzo how to guide her modified kayak. The Hobie kayak has been outfitted to allow Tozzo to move it through the water with her legs instead of paddles. JULIA ROBERTSON/NEWS-LEADER

Disabled veteran receives kayak from local groups

News Staff
Wednesday, November 25, 2020
A disabled veteran can enjoy the freedom of the water and take part in a local event that raises funds through a kayak race, thanks to the efforts of Amelia Island Kayak Excursions and Cross the Line Foundation, an organization that supports veterans. Jennifer Tozzo received a specially modified...
While the ADA ramp and Mobi-Mat that provide access to the beach at Main Beach are in good shape, allowing those in wheelchairs and with limited mobility to get out on the beach, the ADA ramp at Seaside Park has been overtaken by the dune. JULIA ROBERTS/NEWS-LEADER

Committee to review access to beaches

News Staff
Wednesday, November 25, 2020
People walking to and from the beach often damage the dunes that protect Amelia Island from flooding and storm surge. Having accesses, platforms over the dunes and designated paths to walk through the dunes helps mitigate damage to the dunes. However, walkovers – and to a lesser extent...
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County COVID-19 numbers continue to rise

News Staff
Wednesday, November 25, 2020
During a county commission meeting on Monday, Nassau County Emergency Management Director Greg Foster said 65 positive tests for the coronavirus were reported over the weekend. “There is nothing, based on our observations, that is causing this other than the normal progression. We are not...
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Wildcats come through with win against Oakleaf

News Staff
Thursday, October 8, 2020
The  Camden County Wildcats raked in another victory last Friday against Oakleaf, winning with a score of 25-12. “I thought it was an outstanding win against a really good football team,” said head coach Bob Sphire of the Camden County High School varsity football team.
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Wildcats defeat defending state champs

News Staff
Thursday, October 1, 2020
With the defending Georgia state 7A champions coming to Chris Gilman Stadium Friday evening, Wildcat fans were hoping for a good game between two great football programs and they were not disappointed. 
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