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Fernandina Beach City Commissioner Bradley Bean told the Nassau County School Board this fence in front of the district’s central office is “both metaphorically and physically” “a barrier between our two boards,” and asked the board to consider removing it.

Fernandina Beach City Commissioner Bradley Bean told the Nassau County School Board this fence in front of the district’s central office is “both metaphorically and physically” “a barrier between our two boards,” and asked the board to consider removing it.

FENCED OUT

News Staff
Friday, April 2, 2021
The Nassau County School Board wants to revisit its interlocal agreement with the city of Fernandina Beach, and at the annual joint meeting of the two entities, asked the Fernandina Beach City Commission to help the district revise that agreement.
The 2020 Wild Amelia Nature Photo Contest winner was George A. Housley Jr.’s Pipevine Swallowtail.

The 2020 Wild Amelia Nature Photo Contest winner was George A. Housley Jr.’s Pipevine Swallowtail.

Wild Amelia hosts 2021 Nature Photo Contest

News Staff
Wednesday, March 31, 2021
Looking for an activity to enjoy the spring weather and nature? Grab your camera or phone and enter the 2021 Wild Amelia Nature Photo Contest.  This year there are three categories.
Nassau County Tax Collector John Drew, from left, was the master of ceremonies for the Take Stock in Children – Nassau County Home Grown Virtual Gala. He was joined by Executive Director Robin Lentz, board chairwoman Regina Lee and videographer Bob Eberle.

Nassau County Tax Collector John Drew, from left, was the master of ceremonies for the Take Stock in Children – Nassau County Home Grown Virtual Gala. He was joined by Executive Director Robin Lentz, board chairwoman Regina Lee and videographer Bob Eberle.

Take Stock in Children – Nassau County virtual fundraiser

News Staff
Wednesday, March 31, 2021
How do you hold a virtual fundraiser during a pandemic? With a lot of help from staff, volunteers and friends throughout the county.
The Charles Albert Collection will be available at the Ernie Albert Library in the Peck Center. Books in the collection can be purchased at Story and Song Bookstore Bistro, 1430 Park Ave. in Fernandina Beach.

The Charles Albert Collection will be available at the Ernie Albert Library in the Peck Center. Books in the collection can be purchased at Story and Song Bookstore Bistro, 1430 Park Ave. in Fernandina Beach.

TOMES FOR ALL TIME

News Staff
Wednesday, March 31, 2021
A fitting tribute to a local educator is being created with the Charles Albert Collection, which will be housed in a library named for his wife. Diane Johnson is the former children’s librarian for Nassau County.
Nassau County officials, including fire-rescue and sheriff’s office officials, join together Monday afternoon to break ground at the site of a new pistol and rifle range that will eventually be part of a public safety training complex, which will include training areas for fire-rescue, tactical courses and more.

Nassau County officials, including fire-rescue and sheriff’s office officials, join together Monday afternoon to break ground at the site of a new pistol and rifle range that will eventually be part of a public safety training complex, which will include training areas for fire-rescue, tactical courses and more.

Safety complex enter first phase

News Staff
Monday, March 29, 2021
The Nassau County Sheriff’s Office broke ground in western Nassau for a new gun range March 22. The $1.747 million gun range is the first phase of a multi-phased public safety complex planned near Sandhill Recycle Center on County Road 108.
David Caples

David Caples

Local tourism pioneer passes away

News Staff
Monday, March 29, 2021
Fernandina Beach lost a noted leader Saturday with the death of David Caples, who left a legacy of leadership and a life-saving gift borne from grief.
Cats Angel Inc. SPCA is facing a civil lawsuit after a family claimed a donation was conditioned upon receiving a board of directors position.

Cats Angel Inc. SPCA is facing a civil lawsuit after a family claimed a donation was conditioned upon receiving a board of directors position.

Local nonprofit faces lawsuit from private donor

News Staff
Monday, March 29, 2021
Nikki Main | For the News-Leader Cats Angels Inc. SPCA is facing a civil lawsuit, accusing the nonprofit organization of not abiding by instructions attached to an October 2020 donation. The lawsuit was filed in the Fourth Judicial Circuit Court in January by Joan and Bruce Barbera.