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Set realistic goals to get into – and staying – in shape

Many people use the new year to make resolutions to get into shape and eat healthier. Clay Today’s Kylie Cordell talked with experts who provided tips for staying on course.CLAY COUNTY – … more

By Kylie Cordell For Clay Todays | 1/4/23

Florida Peacemakers start new year with bangs

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Nearly 200 riders in old-style western garb and a pair of holstered six-shooters competed for the title of Cowboy Mounted Shooting State Champion at the Cattleman’s Arena … more

By Kylie Cordell For Clay Today | 1/4/23

Arrests & Bookings 1/5/23

(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 … more

1/4/23

Green Cove Springs City Manager earns high grade in annual evaluation

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – While the city council gave City Manager Steve Kennedy an outstanding grade of 4.9 out of 5 in his annual evaluation Tuesday night, Kennedy already was looking ahead to … more

By Don Coble don@claytodayonline.com | 1/4/23

Police Briefs 1/5/23

Detective ‘following up on strong leads’ after teen shot to death ORANGE PARK – The Orange Park Police Department is still canvassing the area around the Orange Park Athletic Association … more

1/4/23

Vice Mayor Thompson and Councilman Cobreiro resign from Orange Park Town Council

ORANGE PARK – The new year has brought new problems for Orange Park Town Hall. Two town council members will not continue their terms into 2024. Vice Mayor Susana Thompson and Councilman Daniel … more

By Lee Wardlaw lee@claytodayonline.com | 1/3/23

Memorable Stories in Jan.-June 2022

As we head into 2023, it’s important to take a moment to look back at the important and memorable stories of 2022.We enjoyed championships and returned to normal activities – often in … more

12/28/22

Community Calendar 12/29/22

MARK J. BLIGE: will play a pre-New Year’s Eve Celebration concert on Dec. 29 at the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena. For tickets, which start at 69.50, visit ticketmaster.com. CHALLENGE … more

12/28/22

Arrests & Bookings 12/29/22

(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 … more

Clay County Sheriff's Office | 12/28/22

At long last: Grumpy’s set to reopen on Monday morning at 5:30

MIDDLEBURG – Dell Hoard Jr. has been hurrying up and waiting for nearly a year. Months of frustration, anticipation and hard work will finally come to an end on Monday morning when Grumpy’s … more

By Don Coble don@claytodayonline.com | 12/28/22

1,500 have elevated their baseball, softball skills at Hard Core Academy

CLAY HILL – The pop of the mitt. The ping of the bat. Whether it’s youth league, middle school, or high school in Clay County, hot dogs on the grill, United States-themed pennants ordained on the … more

By Lee Wardlaw lee@claytodayonline.com | 12/28/22

Don’t throw your money out of the window

CLAY COUNTY – You may have noticed the large blinking sign at County Road 220 in front of Walmart that warns motorists to “Give Wisely.” It’s pretty hard to miss. Normally for real-time … more

By Kylie Cordell For Clay Today | 12/28/22

Baby Waylon first to be born at Baptist Medical Center Clay

FLEMING ISLAND – Baptist Medical Center Clay passed another significant landmark on Dec. 20 when Waylon became the first child delivered in the maternity ward. Waylon weighed 7 pounds, 9.7 ounces, … more

12/28/22

Community Briefs 12/29/22

Soil and Water Conservationto swear in new board of supervisorsGREEN COVE SPRINGS – The Clay County Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors will swear in new members on … more

12/28/22

Family relinquishes Emmitt’s Auto Repair, but wheels will keep turning at shop

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – The sign outside of Emmitt’s Auto Repair on U.S. Highway 17 tells motorists the shop is on vacation. The iconic automobile repair shop specializing in brakes, steering and … more

By Lee Wardlaw lee@claytodayonline.com | 12/28/22

Farah & Farah Offers Free Uber, Cab Rides on New Year’s Eve

MIDDLEBURG – Farah & Farah, a leading personal injury law firm in Jacksonville and Orange Park, is doing their part to make sure you get home safely after raising a glass of bubbly to celebrate the … more

For Clay Today | 12/28/22

GCSPD to rename police headquarters to honor Derek Asdot

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – The public is invited to the unveiling of the city’s police department building to honor former Chief Derek Asdot on Jan. 5 at 10 a.m. The police department building will … more

12/28/22

Clay County’s Blank Check Society escorts wreaths to cemetery

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – The Clay County Chapter of the Blank Check Society provided an escort for four tractor-trailers filled with wreaths for fallen veterans at Jacksonville National Cemetery … more

For Today Today | 12/28/22

Year In Review 2022

Work on the Black Creek Water Resource Development Project finally begins Plan to restore lake levels in Keystone Heights pushes forward after 40-year battle. KEYSTONE HEIGHTS – Lake Geneva … more

Complied by Don Coble | 12/28/22

Memorable stories of the year July-Dec. 2022

JulyClay County schools earn an ‘A’ from stateCLAY COUNTY – The School District notched an A grade, with about 85% of schools hitting A or B grades for the 2021-2022 school year, … more

12/28/22

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