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Clay County becomes lasting tribute to Charters of Freedom

The new Charters of Freedom monuments are available for viewing at the Historic Triangle in Green Cove Springs.

GREEN COVE SPRINGS —It's been 250 years since America officially gained its independence. A day marked by the country's long, successful journey to freedom. During that time, foundational documents …

Kennedy, Bean cook support for 40-hour nutrition education plan

ORANGE PARK – After meeting with the heads of four hospital groups and officials from two universities, Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy and U.S. Rep. Aaron Bean delivered a …

Plenty of ‘spooktacular’ events planned around county for Halloween season

CLAY COUNTY – Sweet tooth junkies, freaks of frights and costume zealots can unite at any one of several Halloween-themed events. Four of the largest events will be the Boo on the Boulevard parade …

Thousands enjoy art, goods, entertainment at annual Orange Park Fall Festival

ORANGE PARK — The annual Orange Park Fall Festival arrived yet again to Town Hall on Oct. 17-18, bringing live entertainment, food and fun for all ages. The much-anticipated festival, which began …

Owner Dell Hoard Jr. checks with hungry customers to make sure everything all right during Grumpy's soft opening Friday on Fleming Island.

Grumpy's now open on Fleming Island

FLEMING ISLAND – Finally! The "Bad Mood Dude" is now serving its famous breakfast and lunch items at Grumpy's Restaurant. The long-awaited and highly anticipated restaurant at the former …

The Special Olympics golf tournament included signed helmets from Danny Wuerffel, Trevor Lawrence and Tim Tebow, as well as a signed helmet from Travis Hunter and framed photos of Steve Spurrier and Vince Dooley.

Top of the Tee drives support for Clay County’s Special Olympics team

FLEMING ISLAND – There was a distinct sound of golf balls clacking, the aroma of cigar smoke and laughter during Tuesday night’s Special Olympics golf tournament at the Top of the Tee at the …

Whitey's Fish Camp hosting Fall for Pace on Nov. 5

FLEMING ISLAND – For those who haven’t visited Whitey’s Fish Camp since new ownership remodeled the building and its menu, the iconic restaurant will open its doors for review, all while …

School district: One-Mill referendum only renews – not adds – ad valorem tax

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Clay County District Schools issued an informational fact sheet regarding the One-Mill Ad Valorem Referendum Renewal appearing on the upcoming ballot, outlining the revenue …

The library now has a learning room with a projector.

Grace Episcopal Day School transforms historic cottage into welcoming library

ORANGE PARK — Grace Episcopal Day School has given its library a new home, moving the collection from a portable building on campus to a charming brick cottage built in 1948. The relocation …

Penney Retirement Community tees up for a good cause

PENNEY FARMS — Continuing on with its centennial year celebrations, Penney Retirement Community hosted its annual Golf Tournament on Friday, Sept. 16. Residents and community partners were invited …

Palms Medical Group to open Middleburg office in late October

MIDDLEBURG – Palms Medical Group will be opening a new primary care office in Middleburg on Thursday, Oct. 29. The office will be located at 2620 Blanding Blvd., and its hours of operation will be …

Waters Car Wash is located at 1785 Wells Road.

Waters Car Wash to offer free car washes for military, first responders on Nov. 9-11

CLAY COUNTY– In recognition of Veterans Day, Waters Car Wash is showing its appreciation for those who serve and protect our communities and country by offering complimentary car washes to …

Jaguars living on a prayer after last week’s lucky victory

On the positive side, Jacksonville’s 19-17 victory against Philadelphia on Sunday, Oct. 11, was the Jaguars’ 12 th in their last 13 regular season games dating back to Nov. 16, 2025. On the …

Former Florida Sen. Rob Bradley and current Florida Sen. Jennifer Bradley were one of the first customers during the soft opening of Grumpy's on East-West Parkway.

Grumpy’s finally serving 'Bad Mood Food' on Fleming Island

FLEMING ISLAND – Claude and Marie Hamel were the first to arrive at Grumpy’s Restaurant at the former Dick’s Wings and Grill on Monday, Oct. 12. In fact, they got there at 5 a.m. – nearly a …

These five dancers from All-Starz Dance Studio in Orange Park will participate in the Nutcracker in December.

Young dancers to take the stage, achieve their dreams in the Nutcracker

ORANGE PARK — Nutcracker season is almost here. And for weeks, performers have been working hard on rehearsals and practices before they go on stage the weekend of Dec. 18 at the Times Union …

Northeast Florida housing sales slide again in September

While closed home sales fell in Northeast Florida, the median price for a single-family dwelling went up in most counties. September home sales saw a notable drop along the First Coast for the third …

Meet Your Candidates for District 2 County Commissioner

Editor's Note: All candidates in this race were invited to respond to each prompt in 175 words or less. The responses in this candidate forum are presented exactly as submitted by each candidate. …

Meet Your Candidates for Florida's 4th Congressional District

Editor's Note: All candidates in this race were invited to respond to each prompt in 175 words or less. The responses in this candidate forum are presented exactly as submitted by each candidate. …

Kight will help lead Quigley House as it continues to strengthen its programs and expand community awareness.

Kight champions support, education as new interim CEO of Quigley House

GREEN COVE SPRINGS — Since stepping into her new role, Katie Kight has plans to take the county's only certified domestic violence center to grand heights. That means continuing to break the …

The General Election is Nov. 3 from 7 a.m.- 7 p.m. You must vote at your precinct. To find your precinct, visit clayelections.gov/election-information/precinct-finder.

Voting information, ballot amendments explained

CLAY COUNTY – Mail-in ballots have been sent, the last day to request a mail-in ballot is on Oct. 22, followed the next day with early voting, Oct 23-31, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. While the Nov. 3 …

Orange Park Elementary is the oldest school in Clay County, founded in 1927.

Fun-packed Fall Festival remains a staple at Orange Park Elementary

ORANGE PARK — Orange Park Elementary welcomed the first of many guests to their Fall Festival in 1939. There were a few booths, games and prizes. And they made a profit of $21.11. Yet, the …

There are several stages at the Orange Park Fall Festival, so the entertainment will continue from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

44th Orange Park Fall Festival set for Saturday, Sunday at Town Hall

ORANGE PARK – The Fall Festival, Clay County’s oldest and largest arts and crafts festival, will return to Town Hall Park this weekend. With more than 200 artists and vendors, and more than 30 …

The Middleburg High football team took the field in its rivalry game against Orange Park last Friday. The Broncos won 15-13 on Senior Night.

Weather, blowouts highlight Clay County football in Week 8

Week 8 of the high school football season featured as much lightning and rain as running and tackling. Three games – Oakleaf at Ocala Forest, Orange Park at Middleburg and Clay at Fleming …

Foundation Forward's Charter of Freedom now are on permanent display at the Historic Triangle in Green Cove Springs.

Clay County displays Charters of Freedom at Historic Triangle

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Clay County has become a permanent tribute to the documents and principles that helped shape the United States. Earlier this year, Clay County received a package from …

Orange Park Elementary’s Fall Festival pushed back to Oct. 23

ORANGE PARK – In an abundance of caution, the Orange Park Elementary Fall Festival was postponed from Friday, Oct. 9, to Friday, Oct. 23, from 4-7 p.m. The school decided to push back its annual …

One of many photo opportunities at Amazing Grace Family Farms.

All that’s good about fall: Crop mazes, corn cribs and pumpkins

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – As farmers, Justin and Kelly Mosley know one thing for certain: you can’t do anything about the weather. Despite a gloomy forecast and persistent drizzle, the 14 th Amazing …

The challenge on the Blockbuster hole on the pink course is to use two ropes on pullies to navigate a VHS tape with the golf ball attached to the cup at the top without letting it slip through a landmine of other holes.

Burlesons open two courses where they 'create memories'

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – There are no windmills, snapping alligator mouths, spinning barriers or volcanoes at Retro Putt Indoor Mini Golf. But you will find a zip line, pool table, drum set, basketball …

The event will be located at 2909 Barbara Lane.

Orange Park escape room, haunted trail to scare for a good cause

ORANGE PARK — The Halloween season has officially begun. And you know what that means: pumpkins, candy, costumes and ghostly company. Guess that means it's time to be prepared ... to be scared. In …

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