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Clay High School’s Caeleb Dressel answered plenty of critics when challenged about his readiness for the upcoming World Championships with three world best times in three wins at the U.S. World … more

By Randy Lefko Sports Editor | 5/11/22

Police Briefs 5/12/22

Green Cove Springs teen caught with child pornographyGREEN COVE SPRINGS – A 19-year-old man was arrested after the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children alerted the Clay County … more

Clay County Sheriff's Office | 5/11/22

Arrests & Bookings 5/12/22

(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 | 5/11/22

Young Professionals Council provides foundation for entrepreneurs

CLAY COUNTY – Although business is thriving in Clay County, it can be hard to understand if you are unfamiliar with the inner workings of networking, marketing and permits. For first-time … more

By Kathleen Chambless For Clay Today | 5/11/22

County commission advances business tax proposal

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Clay County Commissioners heard more on passing a business tax – a fee for all county businesses – at Tuesday night’s meeting before deciding to advance the proposal … more

By Nick Blank nick@claytodayonline.com | 5/11/22

County commission advances business tax proposal

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Clay County Commissioners heard more on passing a business tax – a fee for all county businesses – at Tuesday night’s meeting before deciding to advance the proposal for … more

By Nick Blank nick@claytodayonline.com | 5/11/22

Elementary students add awards at Math Field Day

FLEMING ISLAND – More than 460 elementary students came out early last Saturday for Math Field Day at Fleming Island High to compete in five events: The Huddle, The Quiz, The Relay and Word … more

For Clay Today | 5/11/22

Obituaries 5/12/22

Danny Lee HensleyDanny Lee Hensley, 49, of Green Cove Springs, FL passed away on April 20, 2022.Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St., Green Cove Springs, FL (904) 284-4000 … more

5/11/22

Elementary art show attracts large crowds at Orange Park Mall

ORANGE PARK – Hundreds of art projects were on display last weekend at the Orange Park Mall, attracting a constant flow of admirers and impressed shoppers. The Clay County District Schools … more

STAFF PHOTOS BY DON COBLE | 5/4/22

Former SJRSC president Robert L. McLendon Jr. dies

ORANGE PARK – The St. Johns River State College family is mourning the loss of former President Robert L. McLendon Jr., who died April 26 at the age of 84. McLendon served as SJR State’s third … more

Special to Clay Today | 5/4/22

Friends of Keystone Heights resume work to highlight city’s charm, history

KEYSTONE HEIGHTS – The Friends of Keystone Heights is an independent organization of individuals and businesses that aren’t officially affiliated with the city that works on projects to promote … more

By Natalie Gilstrap For Clay Today | 5/4/22

School board to review self-funded insurance plan

FLEMING ISLAND – The Clay County Schools District received an overview of what potentially adding self-funded insurance would look like at a recent workshop. Former state Rep. Travis Cummings, … more

By Nick Blank nick@claytodayonline.com | 5/4/22

Law enforcement, residents walk, run for Special Olympics athletes

FLEMING ISLAND – More than 45 runners and walkers participated in the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Florida on April 28, just weeks before Clay County athletes head to Walt Disney … more

5/4/22

Open for Business

MiMortgage opens on Fleming IslandFLEMING ISLAND – MiMortgage opened an office in the Westover Station in the former Network Funding office.The company’s founders have a long history in … more

For Clay Today | 5/4/22

Local insurance broker writes free book to navigate Medicare breakdown

ORANGE PARK – Bill Green, president and owner of Green Insurance Agency has authored a new book covering Medicare to help baby boomers and seniors navigate the complex insurance process with advice … more

For Clay Today | 5/4/22

Orange Park hospital Magnolia grows into state, national spotlight

ORANGE PARK – A local hospital’s Southern Magnolia tree is not only gathering moss, but state and national recognition. The tree, near one of HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital’s new medical … more

By Nick Blank nick@claytodayonline.com | 5/4/22

Police Briefs 5/5/22

Man charged with DUI following slow-speed chase with child in truckGREEN COVE SPRINGS – A man was arrested for driving under the influence after he ran over a mailbox and leading the Green Cove … more

Clay County Sheriff's Office | 5/4/22

Walter Cronkite would be disappointed with today’s journalism

In the past 64 years, I’ve lost a lot more than my hair, eyesight and control of my waistline. I’ve lost a lot of respect for the job that’s consumed the last 48 years of my professional … more

By Don Coble Managing Editor | 5/4/22

This Week In History 5/5/22

Five years ago, 2017• Sue and Jerry Campbell decide to close down the last dairy farm in Clay County and expect to sell all of their cows from their Green Cove Springs farm.• Core … more

5/4/22

Leaked abortion draft could reshape races for governor, legislature

A leaked report suggesting the Supreme Court will soon overturn Roe v. Wade drew strong reactions from Florida leaders. Immediate reactions showed how the sudden restriction on access to abortion … more

By Jacob Ogles For FloridaPolitcs.com | 5/4/22

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