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The promotional will highlight some of the tourism draws to Clay County, like biking trails, Camp Chowenwaw, boating and kayaking along Black Creek and the St. Johns River, exploring Mike Roess Gold Head State Park and fishing.
Putting Clay County on the map: Film extras needed for tourism promotional
CLAY COUNTY – Cast a fishing line off a dock at Whitey’s Fish Camp. Descend a ravine to reach the bubbling brook in Mike Roess Gold Head State Park. Take a stroll down River Road, curving along … more
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New Year’s Eve party at Nakama Anime Bar: Singing, dancing, cosplaying into 2024
ORANGE PARK – Dazzling costumes, glow-in-the-dark drinks, lightsabers and neon lights helped create an electrifying atmosphere on New Year’s Eve at Nakama Anime Bar and Karaoke Lounge. The … more
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During the pandemic, Taylor Thigpen started his online plant business, PlantKingUSA, in 2020. Now a St. Johns Country Day School senior, Thigpen has parlayed his love and experience for agribusiness into being selected as the Florida 4-H State Council President.
Thigpen adds 4-H State Council Presidency to his duties: SJCDS senior also owns online plant service PlantKingUSA, serves as National Hunger Ambassador
ORANGE PARK – Taylor Thigpen is not your average high school senior. The successful entrepreneur has a licensed small business, PlantKingUSA, where he ships aroids, foliage, succulents and … more
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Brett Blankenship, the owner of Vintage 1 Furniture and Décor and Wood You Furniture, said business picked up in the final week of Christmas shopping.
‘I would consider it a victory with the way the economy is now’ Despite higher costs, local retailers satisfied with Christmas sales
ORANGE PARK – Vintage 1 Furniture and Decor and Wood You Furniture, a hybrid retail space that leases storefronts to local vendors as well as furniture and antique dealers, found relative financial … more
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Legislative efforts to reduce wastewater runoff keep the waterways around the Doctors Lake Marina in Orange Park clean and clear.
Clean water legislation vital to keeping county waterways healthy
CLAY COUNTY – The St. Johns River is the artery of the county. The river is the longest in Florida and perhaps the most vital. It is the source of major wetlands throughout the state as it flows to … more
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Katie Marcys has lived on Shedd Road for 30 years said traffic is already busy and the new development would overwhelm the community. “My family does not want to be closed in (on both sides) surrounded by cookie-cutter homes,” she said.
Planning Commission denies rezoning for Shedd Road: Plans to build 62 homes on dirt road can still be submitted to BCC
GREEN COVE SPRINGS – The Planning Commission denied two motions for a proposed new development with 62 homes that could erase more rural land on Shedd Road. The commission denied an amendment … more
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Petco Love gives Clay County Animal Services $50,000
GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Clay County Animal Services will receive a $50,000 grant investment from national nonprofit Petco Love in support of their lifesaving work for pets in Clay County. This … more
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Vice Mayor Steven Kelley led a proclamation that commemorated Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. for his “nonviolent leadership, vision for quality for all and desire to serve his fellow man.” Martin Luther King Day will be celebrated on Jan. 15, his birthday.
GCS City Council hits the new year ground running
GREEN COVE SPRINGS – A contractor employed by the city to complete the Harbor Road Wastewater Treatment Plant suddenly disappeared last year before the work was done. The staff struggled to get a … more
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NICU babies get surprise visit from Santa Claus
ORANGE PARK – The littlest patients at HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital got much-needed and much-appreciated attention from Neonatal Intensive Care Unit nurses who dressed like Santa Claus. The … more
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Petty Officer 1st Class Woods, a 2008 Orange Park High graduate, managed communications during the attacks.
Lindsay Woods part of Navy’s response to Houthi attacks
Petty Officer 1st Class Lindsay Woods serves aboard the USS Carney, currently deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations. Woods serves as an operations specialist and was aboard the ship … more
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Stephanie Sams, left, said her experience with the Northeast Florida Homesteading and Prepping Ladies organization has introduced her to skills necessary to be more self-sufficient. Founder Rianna Barbary said a small niche of followers on Facebook has grown into more than 800 members.
New group empowers women with skills, confidence for self-sufficiency
CLAY COUNTY – At the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, feelings of loneliness and uncertainty surfaced. A young Rianna Barbary discovered an idea to gain a friendly fellowship and meet a mutual … more
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January to March
ORANGE PARK – Not only did Lake Asbury Elementary fourth-grade math and science teacher Heather Miller and Orange Park Elementary media technician Abegail Rosaro-Castillo win the support of a … more
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Contract negotiations last week between the Fraternal Order of Police Orange Park Lodge No. 144 and the Town of Orange Park moved both sides closer to an agreement. Town Manager Sarah Campbell said she supports $240,000 in salary and benefit increases.
Town of Orange Park, police union tentatively agree to pay raises
ORANGE PARK – Ongoing negotiations between the Town of Orange Park and the union representing its police department last Wednesday resulted in both sides moving closer to an agreement. The … more
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Young entrepreneur reels in a successful business
GREEN COVE SPRINGS – It all starts by heating plastisol to 350 degrees. The molten material is injected into molds. After it cools overnight, the finished product is a batch of multicolored, soft … more
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April to June
GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Except for an occasional bird trying to find an easy meal of leftover fries or pretzels, the Clay County Fairgrounds were eerily quiet on April 10. Most of the rides that … more
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City Manager Lynn Rutkowski submitted her letter of resignation last November. She offered to stay longer so the city can find a replacement and avoid hiring an interim manager.
Keystone Heights narrows search for city manager to three
City Council began the session by crossing some names off the list. The council was concerned about one applicant who had managerial experience but was fired for harassment. Other applications were discarded for lacking the right experience or background ... more
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A chapfallen George Bailey (left), played by Michael Flynn, laments that it would be better if he were never born at all. Clarence, played by Steve Conrad, is his guardian angel committed to showing George just how many lives he has brightened.
‘To George Bailey, the richest man in town’: Review of The Island Theater’s ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’
FLEMING ISLAND – It’s a holiday tradition in my family to watch “It’s a Wonderful Life” while gift-wrapping before Christmas. It’s a movie I grew up watching from a young age, even … more
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Dave and Celia Vencil of the Orange Park Lions Club drop off a check for $300 to the Clothes Closet and Food Pantry in Orange Park.
Orange Park Lions Club supports pair of local food banks
CLAY COUNTY – Last week, the Orange Park Lions Club members visited and donated to two local food banks. Dave and Celia Vencil visited Orange Park's Clothes Closet and Food Pantry. They presented … more
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Rotarians spread holiday cheer, generosity
CLAY COUNTY – Members of one small club, the Rotary Club of Northeast Florida, showed their generosity and kindness by giving gifts to various groups in the community during the holiday season. … more
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The Family Birth Place team at Ascension St. Vincent’s Clay County helped the hospital earn the Best Hospitals for Maternity Care award by the U.S. News and World Report.
U.S. News and World Report gives Ascension St. Vincent’s Clay top maternal care award
MIDDLEBURG – The Family Birth Place at Ascension St. Vincent’s Clay County has been selected to U.S. News and World Report’s Best Hospitals for Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) list, … more
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