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Green Cove Springs City Council progress with water projects

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – The City Council approved cleaning of 2,000 feet of stormwater pipe in the Cove subdivision and executing a loan agreement for the design and permitting of the Magnolia Point … more

3/14/24

The Green Cove Springs tax collector's branch is located in the Clay County Administrative Building.

The bottom line: Improvements at Tax Collector's Office saving money

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – The first thing you notice in Diane Hutchings’ office is her desk, bookcase and conference table. All are regal in both size and influence, each masterfully crafted from wood … more

By Don Coble don@claytodayonline.com | 3/14/24

From left, Orange Park High's Tyler Davies, Middleburg High's Jaime Russell and Doctors Inlet Elementary's David Everington join Superintendent David Broskie after being selected as the District's Volunteers of the Year.

Trio honored by School District as top volunteers

At the March Regular School Board Meeting, the District recognized some outstanding students and educators who truly embody what it means to be One Team. One Goal. One Clay. Tyler Davies from Orange … more

3/14/24

Baptist MD Anderson selects Dr. Tom Dragovich head of cancer medicine, oncologist-in-chief

FLEMING ISLAND - Dr. Tomislav “Tom” Dragovich has joined Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center as head of the Division of Cancer Medicine and medical oncologist-in-chief. He will also serve as … more

For Clay Today | 3/14/24

Family 4-Pack for $99 available for Dinosaur World

Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this roarsome interactive show for all the family. And now your family can save up to 48% to see it! The Thrasher-Horne Center is … more

3/9/24

A worker at the election office inserts test ballots during the logic and accuracy tests ahead of the March 19 Presidential Primary.

Even if you doubt politicians, you can trust the election process

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Clay Today was guided on a tour through the Clay County Election Office. Supervisor of Elections Chris Chambless showed the tabulation boxes, the voting … more

Jack Randall,
jack@claytodayonline.com | 3/7/24

Katie Vineyard accepted the Paul E. Reinhold Community Service Award in 2018 after Challenge Enterprises was selected as the top nonprofit in Clay County.

Katie Vineyard: A seamless transition into Challenge Enterprises CEO position

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – The biggest change for Katie Vineyard since being selected as the Chief Executive Officer of Challenge Enterprises of North Florida are the name plates on her desk and door. … more

By Don Coble don@claytodayonline.com | 3/7/24

Interview with Town Council candidate Maddie Hilt

ORANGE PARK – Madison “Maddie” Hilt is running against Kenneth Vogel for Seat 4 on the Orange Park Town Council. “No matter who you are, I want to work with you to keep … more

Jack Randall,
jack@claytodayonline.com | 3/7/24

Interview with Town Council candidate Kenneth Vogel

ORANGE PARK – Kenneth Vogel is running against Madison “Maddie” Hilt for Seat 4 on the Orange Park Town Council. “You always expect someone else to step up. I decided to throw my … more

Jack Randall,
jack@claytodayonline.com | 3/7/24

This year's attendance was as big as 18,000, making it one of the biggest in the eight-year history of the festival.

Sweet success: Organizers 'berry' happy with crowds, business at Strawberry Fest

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Sam Gilbert’s attention was divided between approaching tractor-trailers and the hundreds of guests pouring into last Sunday’s Strawberry Fest at the Clay County … more

By Don Coble don@claytodayonline.com | 3/7/24

Woman in underwear finally caught after nine-hour chase by GCSPD, CCSO

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – A woman suspected of trying to load money into a cash app with two counterfeit $20 bills and then eluding police following a chase was caught nine hours later by the Green Cove … more

3/7/24

Effort to unclog Blake Avenue may lead to new town ordinance

ORANGE PARK – To free up parking for patients, Precision Dermatology & Skin Surgery mandated its employees to park their cars on Blake Avenue, much to the dismay of the residents who live … more

3/7/24

County hosts Military Appreciation Day on March 16 at fairgrounds

GREEN COVE SPRINGS - Military Appreciation Day will be observed on Saturday, March 16, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Clay County Fairgrounds. The free event is open to the public, and visitors can check … more

For Clay Today | 3/7/24

Orange Park Mall welcomes Easter early with upcoming events

ORANGE PARK – Spring has sprung, and Orange Park Mall is gearing up to embrace the season with a delightful array of Easter events. From cherished traditions like Photos with the Easter … more

For Clay Today | 3/7/24

Teeing off for good cause

KEYSTONE HEIGHTS – A golfer crouched down to line up his shot. His team huddled behind him, strategizing and mentioning how the putting green slopes down ever so slightly. The second annual … more

Jack Randall,
jack@claytodayonline.com | 3/7/24

Green Cove Springs Food Truck Friday returns to Spring Park

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – As if you needed another reason to look forward to the weekend, Food Truck Friday finally returned. On March 1, Food Truck Friday favorites returned to Spring Park … more

Jack Randall,
jack@claytodayonline.com | 3/7/24

Early voting for Presidential Preference Primary is March 8-16

CLAY COUNTY – Republicans can participate in early voting for the Presidential Preference Primary March 8-16, from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Since President Joe Biden is running unopposed in Florida, there … more

For Clay Today | 3/7/24

Vietnam veterans to gather at TAPS Monument for March 23 ceremony

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – The annual Vietnam War Veterans Day ceremony will be held Saturday, March 23, at 10 a.m., at the TAPS Monument, 915 Walnut St. in the Historic Triangle. More than 300 are … more

For Clay Today | 3/7/24

Wilkinson Junior High finishes third at FIRST Tech Challenge

MIDDLEBURG – Even if the Robotics Team at Wilkinson Junior High was one of only two junior high teams at the 56-team FIRST Tech Challenge Florida Championships, the Talon Techs weren’t … more

By Don Coble don@claytodayonline.com | 3/7/24

The Keystone Heights Historic Pavilion was once part of the original resort.

Defining Keystone Height's strategic plan now underway

KEYSTONE HEIGHTS – Recreation is an integral part of the city’s culture. The sparkling lakes, sandy beaches and shady live oak trees beckoned the first residents to the area just about a century … more

Jack Randall,
jack@claytodayonline.com | 3/7/24

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