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Two government officials honored as Home Rule Heroes

CLAY COUNTY – Local municipalities and state legislators contest home rule-related issues on numerous fronts whether it’s gardening, vacation rentals or how taxes can be collected. Two local … more

By Nick Blank nick@claytodayonline.com | 6/1/22

Renovations a successful slam dunk for new courts at Grove Park Elementary

ORANGE PARK – Grove Park Elementary recently celebrated the renovation of the school's basketball court. The renovation was the brainchild of former Physical Education teacher, Kyle Caballero, who … more

6/1/22

Black-Bellied Whistling Ducks act like geese

ORANGE PARK – In the past two years I have had the enjoyment of watching these migrating ducks roam the edges in my backyard pond, which is considered as one of their habitats along with wooded … more

By Carolyn Warren Birds, Bees and Butterflies Chairman | 6/1/22

Teachers earn cash awards from Limeades for Learning

SONIC Drive-In Donates to Local area Schools for Teacher Appreciation Month America’s Drive-In once again supports local public schools across the country by donating $1.5 million for learning … more

For Clay Today | 6/1/22

Congress takes field trip to visit ‘ground zero’ for new elections laws

A congressional panel studying voter turnout traveled to Tallahassee on Wednesday, visiting ground zero for Florida’s recently enacted election laws that Democrats have likened to voter … more

By Renzo Downey For FloridaPolitics.com | 6/1/22

Both sides of gun control argument must meet in the middle to stop mass shootings

“Guns don’t kill people. People do.” “Guns don’t kill people. People who like guns kill people.” “Drunk driving – blame the person. Stabbing – blame the person. Arson – … more

By Don Coble Managing Editor | 6/1/22

Lake Region Prosperity Partners: There’s strength in numbers

KEYSTONE HEIGHTS – The Lake Region Prosperity Partners, part of the Clay Chambers of Commerce, was established as a resource for local businesses to gain the help needed to be successful and to … more

By Natalie Gilstrap For Clay Today | 6/1/22

Obituaries 6/2/22

Yvonne NolanYvonne M. Nolan, 85, of Orange Park, FL passed away on May 28, 2022. Broadus Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St., Green Cove Springs, FL (904) 284-4000 www.broadusraines.com Harriet … more

6/1/22

More residents are putting down roots at Keystone Heights RV Resort

KEYSTONE HEIGHTS – Keystone Heights RV Resort continues to expand. The resort is planning to add 292 rental spots for recreational vehicles, giving it a total of 705 spaces. Ken Loyd, the … more

By Natalie Gilstrap For Clay Today | 6/1/22

Dirty Jobs: Teen entrepreneur turns garbage cans into thriving business

FLEMING ISLAND – Rather than lounge around, a local teen entrepreneur owns a garbage cleaning business, eschewing the typical high school summer jobs like a lifeguard.Will Hejmanowski, 13, just … more

By Nick Blank nick@claytodayonline.com | 6/1/22

Arrests & Bookings 6/2/22

(Name, age, location of arrest, charges). Key: FTA-Failure to Appear; DWLSR-Driving Without a License-Suspended or Revoked; DUI-Driving Under the Influence; VOP-Violation of Probation; BAL-blood … more

Clay County Sheriff's Office | 6/1/22

Six busted in two drug raids in Green Cove Springs

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Simultaneous drug raids at two different houses on May 27 led to the arrest of six by the Green Cove Springs Police Department and the U.S. Drug Enforcement … more

6/1/22

Police Briefs 6/2/22

OPPD: No charges for man who killed attacker at gas stationORANGE PARK – A man who shot someone who was attacking his friend apparently won’t be charged with the double shooting that left … more

Clay County Sheriff's Office | 6/1/22

What’s happening in Tallahassee

Each month, Rep. Sam Garrison, whose District 18 includes Clay County, will provide updates on proposed and passed bills that affect the county. TALLAHASSEE – Last week, the legislature returned … more

By Rep. Sam Garrison Republican, District 18 | 6/1/22

Board of County Commissioners voted to rename a portion of the First Coast Expressway Cathedral Oaks Parkway near Green Cove Springs.

Campbell, Kennedy honored as Home Rule Heroes

CLAY COUNTY - Local municipalities and state legislators contest home rule-related issues on numerous fronts whether it’s gardening, vacation rentals or how taxes can be collected. Two local … more

Nick Blank, nick@claytodayonline.com | 5/26/22

Blue Star Marker unveiled at Middleburg library

CLAY HILL – The Board of County Commissioners, Clay County Libraries and the Garden Club of Middleburg unveiled a new Blue Star Marker Saturday at the Middleburg-Clay Hill Library as a permanent … more

FOR CLAY TODAY | 5/25/22

Lakeside’s Matz a Top-5 finalist for state teacher of the year honor

ORANGE PARK – Melissa Matz, Clay County’s 2023 Teacher of the Year, has gotten used to officials barging into her classroom with good news. The enthusiastic math teacher at Lakeside Junior … more

By Nick Blank nick@claytodayonline.com | 5/25/22

Police Briefs 5/26/22

Former boyfriend charged with beating woman during robberyGREEN COVE SPRINGS – An Atlantic Beach man was transferred from the Duval County Jail on May 19 to face charges he broke into his … more

Clay County Sheriff's Office | 5/25/22

Arrests & Bookings 052622

(Name, age, location of arrest, charges). Key: FTA-Failure to Appear; DWLSR-Driving Without a License-Suspended or Revoked; DUI-Driving Under the Influence; VOP-Violation of Probation; BAL-blood … more

5/25/22

Orange Park Women’s Club helps Quigley House address unique need

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Since so few emergency shelters have no way to care for pets, it’s become one of the circumstances that keeps some victims of physical and sexual abuse from reaching out for … more

By Don Coble don@claytodayonline.com | 5/25/22

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