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Health Department issues rabies alert for Orange Park area

CLAY COUNTY – The Florida Department of Health in Clay County has issued a rabies alert in Clay County in response to a confirmed case of rabies in a raccoon that was killed in the Town of Orange …

County Road 220 bridgework completed, finally reopened to public

The original bridge over Little Black Creek in Middleburg was built in 1947. It was replaced by a four-lane bridge as part of a road-widening project between Knight Boxx and Henley roads.

County Road 220 bridgework completed, finally open to public MIDDLEBURG – The wait is over. The County Road 220 bridge replacement and four-lane widening project is now complete and open to …

Yoga is more than exercise at the Yoga Den

Yoga Den franchisees Belinda Lynn-Bryant and Nate Bryant will open a new Middleburg location in November.

MIDDLEBURG — Yoga Den franchisee Belinda Lynn-Bryant plans to open a studio in Middleburg this fall, bringing a range of yoga classes to a community she said is growing. Lynn-Bryant and her …

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  Celebrate America 250 with county on Oct. 14 at Historic Triangle GREEN COVE SPRINGS – The community is invited to the Clay County America …
- 7-Eleven celebrates grand opening of new Middleburg store
  
  MIDDLEBURG - The day was fueled with joy and celebration on Friday, Sept. 18, as the Middleburg 7-Eleven team cut the ribbon on their newest …
- Town of Orange Park approves final millage rate, budget for fiscal year
  
  ORANGE PARK — The Town of Orange Park adopted a 5.90 millage rate for the new fiscal year with a 5-0 vote on Tuesday evening. After weeks …
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  Clay musician Brandon Leino to perform at September Porch Fest GREEN COVE SPRINGS — Local musician Brandon Leino will perform at the Green …

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LOCAL NEWS

Fortis beats the heat by adding HVACR training in November

The classrooms are always full - and busy - at Fortis College in Orange Park.

ORANGE PARK – The plan to add heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration to the curriculum at Fortis College was initiated shortly after the trade school moved into its current …

County-wide construction is ongoing for the new fiber-powered network and expected to be completed by the end of the year.

Xfinity brings high-speed, reliable internet to more than 2,300 rural homes in Clay

CLAY COUNTY — Although it's hard to imagine a world without being online, an estimated 24 million Americans still lack access to the internet, according to the Network Installers . But …

The Soul Food Festival will be held on Oct. 3 from noon to 7 p.m. at Vera Francis Hall Park, 1503 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

Annual Soul Food and Music Festival returns to Green Cove Springs on Oct. 3

GREEN COVE SPRINGS —Even after the Soul Food and Music Festival has wrapped, vendors have closed and the crowd has dwindled down, Felecia and Clarence Hampshire are always looking forward to …

Sagebrooke 55+ is the first neighborhood to debut within the Saratoga Springs community.

Saratoga Springs takes shape in Clay County

GREEN COVE SPRINGS –Saratoga Springs, Clay County’s premier “agrihood” community developed by Freehold Communities, is taking shape with the opening of model homes in Sagebrooke 55+, the …

Whitey's, Encore refresh their looks, menus

FLEMING ISLAND – What was old is now new again along Swimming Pen Creek. Whitey’s Fish Camp and Encore Fleming Island both recently refreshed their restaurants, menus and their futures with …

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Rainfall allows county to lift outside burn ban CLAY COUNTY – Recent rainfall has helped ease the severe drought conditions in Clay County, and the burn ban has now been lifted. Conditions …

Police Briefs

Fleming Island man arrested for having child pornography FLEMING ISLAND – The Clay County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 36-year-old man for seven counts of knowingly possessing …

Arrests and Bookings

Name, age, location of arrest, charges). Key: FTA-Failure to Appear; DWLSR-Driving Without a License-Suspended or Revoked; DUI-Driving Under the Influence; VOP-Violation of Probation; BAL-blood …

Dell Hoard Sr. and Jr. said once the Fleming Island Grumpy's is up and running, they plan to expand to a third store.

The wait is over: Residents to feast on Grumpy’s iconic reputation on Fleming Island

FLEMING ISLAND – The father-son duo of Dell Hoard Sr. and Jr. knew they were creating something special when they changed the sign from Dick’s Wings to a Grumpy’s temporary banner on the corner …

Fire Station 22 to bring quicker response times, greater coverage to Fleming Island

FLEMING ISLAND— When it comes to Clay County Fire Rescue, efficient response times are always equivalent to better outcomes. And the clock is always ticking. “The faster we …

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Michelle Smith creates wellness through aesthetics, skin care and weight loss.

Michelle Smith dedicated to a holistic treatment of mind, body

FLEMING ISLAND – After a successful career as a surgical assistant, Michelle Smith decided to branch out on a more holistic and natural approach to wellness. Glow Wellness and Rejuvenation was …

'Driving Hope Forward' to shed light on resources for addiction

ORANGE PARK – It’s billed as “a day of horsepower, hope and community,” but Saturday’s “Driving Hope Forward” is much more than that. The event at the Orange Park Mall will raise …

Sweet treats, delicacies live boldly at pop-up dessert cart

FLEMING ISLAND – It's small, blue, colorful and filled with special treats. Can you guess what it may be? Salty Air Treats i s open every weekend …

AARP Foundation looking for volunteers for Tax-Aide program

CLAY COUNTY - The AARP Foundation is looking for compassionate and friendly individuals to join its volunteer team. They will provide the training and support to help you learn new skills, and …

County, Green Cove, Orange Park finalize budgets, mill rates

CLAY COUNTY – Months of workshops, public forums and the first public reading almost came to a crashing halt during Monday’s Special Session when two of five Green Cove Springs city council …

Oakleaf's Caden Jackson is one of more than 500 Sailors who serve at VUP-19. Members of the squadron maintain and launch the MQ-4C Triton aircraft to provide persistent Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance, distributing valuable and time-critical intelligence to combatant and fleet commanders.

Oakleaf grad serves with Navy’s unmanned patrol, reconnaissance squadron

MAYPORT – Airman Caden Jackson, a 2022 graduate of Oakleaf High, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to Unmanned Patrol Squadron 19 (VUP-19), the Navy’s first unmanned patrol and reconnaissance …

The Hagan ACE Hardware team gathered to celebrate the official groundbreaking of the new store on Thursday, Sept. 17.

Hagan ACE gets new life on Blanding Boulevard

ORANGE PARK — After a year of closure, Hagan ACE Hardware is emerging from the rubble and picking up the pieces one step at a time. And new life is beginning to seep through the surface at 1022 …

The Clay County Sheriff's Office set up a perimeter following Tuesday's officer-involved shooting that resulted in the death of a suicidal man on State Road 21 near Gas Line Road.

CCSO deputy kills suicidal man after he brandished a weapon

A Clay County Sheriff’s Office deputy responding to a suicide threat wound up shooting a man after he brandished a firearm during a wellness check. According to Undersheriff Ron Lendvay, his agency …

Inmate dies while in custody at Clay County Jail

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – A woman inmate at the Clay County Jail died on Saturday, Sept. 19, despite lifesaving efforts by members of the Clay County Sheriff’s Office and Fire Rescue. Cecilia Rae …

7 simple ways to be ready for the next natural disaster

I’ve experienced earthquakes and hurricanes, so I know how quickly an ordinary day can become chaotic. In 2024, Hurricane Helene hit my community. Although we were fortunate not to experience the …

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