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Orange Park’s Hand, Bielik graduate from Ole Miss UNIVERSITY, Miss. – More than 3,100 students graduated from the University of Mississippi, including Marley Hand, who majored in Allied … more

7/3/24

Amanda Monkoski, LDO, is the owner of Into the Looking Glasses and specializes in glasses for those with special needs.

Into the Looking Glasses provides more than meets the eye

FLEMING ISLAND — In a little shop on Town Center Boulevard lies a place where dreams come true. Named after owner Amanda Monkoski’s love for Disney, Into the Looking … more

By Kyla Woodard
kyla@claytodayonline.com | 7/3/24

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed more than 180 laws that went into effect on July 1.

More than 180 new laws went into effect in July in Florida

More than 180 new laws went into effect in July in Florida CLAY COUNTY – Gov. Ron DeSantis signed so many bills in the past few months that it was easy to forget they went into effect on … more

Clay Today staff | 7/3/24

Sheriff’s Office investigating homicide on Wells Road

ORANGE PARK – According to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office, a man died after being found with multiple gunshot wounds in the parking lot of the Laurel Grove Apartments Friday night. … more

For Clay Today | 6/29/24

Commissioner-elect John Sgromolo ready to step up to the plate

FLEMING ISLAND — Since he was the only candidate running for County Commissioner in District 1, John Sgromolo won his seat on the board. He'll be sworn in following the general … more

Jack Randall,
jack@claytodayonline.com | 6/28/24

From left, Lt. Zach Cox, School Resource Sgt. Jacob Saunders, Detention Sgt. Troy Van Dyke School Resource Lt. Kenneth Wagner, Sheriff Michelle Cook, Sgt. Richard Futch, Sgt. Heather Lanier, Sgt. Daniel Cassani, Sgt. Micheal Brickey, School Resource Sgt. Mark Romano and Lt. Eddie Howell were part of a promotion ceremony Thursday at the Fleming Island substation. School Resource Sgt. Sarah Taylor was also promoted, but she wasn’t present.

Clay County Sheriff’s Office celebrates promotion of 11 deputies

FLEMING ISLAND – Before Sheriff Michelle Cook promoted 11 deputies Thursday, including three from the Clay County District Schools Police Department, she told them they would get a two-sided … more

Don Coble, don@claytodayonline.com | 6/27/24

Under the Stars Glamping Adventures brings the 'glamping' to you with their personalized experiences.

From camping to ‘glamping’

CLAY COUNTY — Luxury and camping. These two words don’t seemingly go together, yet they do in the best way — thanks to one local business. Under the Stars Glamping Adventures has been putting … more

By Kyla Woodard
kyla@claytodayonline.com | 6/27/24

The Board of County Commissioners approved the submission of a $165,000 grant application aiming to fund staffing for 24-hour response trucks.

BCC approves grant application for state opioid funds

GREEN COVE SPRINGS — The Board of County Commissioners approved the submission of a grant application for state opioid funds with a 5-0 vote on Tuesday. The $165,000 grant by Lutheran Services … more

By Kyla Woodard
kyla@claytodayonline.com | 6/27/24

The Orange Park Town Council typically meets semimonthly on the first and third Tuesday. However, because of July 4, the next council meeting will be July 16 at 7 p.m.

Audit reveals Orange Park to be in 'good financial condition'

ORANGE PARK — Purvis, Gray and Company presented an annual financial audit of the Town of Orange Park during the town council meeting last Tuesday. "When we look at the financial results, … more

Jack Randall,
jack@claytodayonline.com | 6/27/24

Blue-green algae can produce toxins which can harm people, pets and the ecosystems.

Health Department issues new warning for blue-green algae at Doctors Lake

FLEMING ISLAND — The Florida Department of Health in Clay County issued a health alert for harmful blue-green algae toxins in Doctors Lake at Wyndegate Drive and Lawrence Road. The alert is in … more

For Clay Today | 6/27/24

Tyler and Kyle Giebeig, co-owners of Brothers Marine Construction, stand in front of the Ronnie Van Zant Memorial Park construction site.

County makes renovations at Ronnie Van Zant Memorial Park

LAKE ASBURY — The "Ship of Theseus" is a famous historical thought experiment: if a wooden ship removed each of its wooden boards one by one and replaced each with an identical board (same … more

Jack Randall,
jack@claytodayonline.com | 6/27/24

Elk Leading Knight Larry Williams presents Mikayla Wyrick with a $3,000 scholarship.

GCS Elk’s Lodge awards Mikayla Wyrick $3,000 scholarship

GREEN COVE SPRINGS — Congratulations are extended to Clay High graduate Mikayla Wyrick, who was selected from 30 applicants for a two-year, $3,000 scholarship from Elks Lodge 1892. The … more

For Clay Today | 6/27/24

Middleburg man arrested for 2023 deadly hit-and-run

ORANGE PARK – A man suspected of leaving the scene of a deadly accident was arrested nearly 18 months later after DNA results confirmed he was the driver who ran away from the scene after running a … more

6/27/24

AMIkids Clay County needs school and personal supplies for 44 boys at its school in Green Cove Springs.

AMIkids Clay County needs community’s support to help students

GREEN COVE SPRINGS — AMIkids Clay County, an all-year program for boys, offers a seamless continuum of care tailored to individual needs to promote education and workforce development, … more

Don Coble | 6/27/24

Phi Beta Sigma State Director Daniel Smith II presented the charter to the chapter president Tim Crutchfield after swearing in 15 members of the new Clay County fraternity.

Clay County’s Phi Beta Sigma fraternity granted charter

ORANGE PARK — Phi Beta Sigma fraternity members were already performing good deeds for the community long before they earned their charter in Clay County. On Saturday, however, the national … more

By Don Coble | 6/27/24

Stuff the Bus will be at Staples on July 19.

We can all help ‘Stuff the Bus’ with school supplies on July 19

CLAY COUNTY — Thousands of students start school without essential supplies for academic success every year. Moreover, teachers spend an average of $750 out of their pockets annually to … more

Clay Today staff | 6/27/24

Members created beautiful arrangements for National Garden Week, and many were donated to Pruitt Healthcare.

Fleming Island Garden Club donates colorful arrangements to Pruitt Healthcare

FLEMING ISLAND — Each year in early June, the National Garden Club sponsors National Garden Week to encourage community pride, grow membership and work with other groups. Some garden clubs … more

By Rhona Scoville, Garden Club of Fleming Island | 6/27/24

AS many as 15 Chamber of Commerce members can get a free back to school supplies collection box from the Orange Park Mall as part of the Stuff the Bus event.

Mall providing back-to-school supply drive boxes to Chamber members

CLAY COUNTY – As many as 15 Clay County Chamber of Commerce members can get a Back to School supply box from the Orange Park Mall to receive donations from July 1 through July 18. To participate, … more

6/27/24

The Magic of Motown to play hits that shaped American music at Thrasher-Horne

The Magic of Motown to play hits that shaped American music at Thrasher-Horne ORANGE PARK – The Magic of Motown has brought the soundtrack of our lives to life. It weaves its way through all … more

6/27/24

A man enjoys a meal at The Kitchen of Clay County in Orange Park. The nonprofit said it plans to open a fourth location in Keystone Heights in the fourth quarter this year.

The Kitchen of Clay County to open fourth location at The Mission of the Dirt Road

KEYSTONE HEIGHTS — The Kitchen of Clay County has spent the last 15 years working to fight food insecurity in Clay County. After serving Clay County residents almost 20,000 meals last year, … more

For Clay Today | 6/27/24

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