Five years ago, 2018
• The county commission approves an ordinance allowing voters to decide whether constitutional officers are limited to serve two four-year terms.
• Superintendent Addison Davis plans to elevate the school district’s ranking from No. 8.
• Andrea and Daniel Vallencourt decide to renovate the Clay Theatre in Green Cove Springs and make it a wedding venue

10 years ago, 2013
• Commissioner Ronnie Robinson organized a group to oppose the proposed $19 million Big League Dreams baseball complex north of Middleburg.
• Green Cove Springs-based Military Museum displayed some of its artifacts ahead of the Coke Zero 400 at the Daytona International Speedway.
• The Thrasher-Horne Center celebrates its 10th anniversary by announcing its lineup of shows, including a performance by Debbie Reynolds.

20 years ago, 2003
• “The Cottages of Oakleaf” was launched for retirees looking for homes without yards.
• “Pirates of the Caribbean” and “Terminator 3” premiered at Clay Theatre in Green Cove Springs.
• Timothy Oberlander was caught following an extensive search in connection with the attempted abduction of a 13-year-old girl.

30 years ago, 1993
• Dynetta McCutchen, 6, of Green Cove Springs, was rushed to the hospital in critical condition after being struck by a car.
• The county attempted a community-wide immunization program for polio and measles after getting a grant from the Center for Disease Control.

40 years ago, 1983
• The Hilltop Fire Station opens on Oakridge Avenue in Green Cove Springs.
• The Gate Roofing Company came to terms with the City of Green Cove Springs after a “gentleman’s” agreement would allow the city to deed the north portion of Hall Park Road each of the railroad track.
• Green Cove Springs residents rally to raise money to help former Clay High football player Steve Barkley after he lost a leg in an automobile accident.