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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 about a two-sided card they … more

By Don Coble | 7/3/24

This year's second annual Fun in the Sun event is set to be bigger and better with frozen treats, water activities, games and a photo booth.

VIA to host second annual 'Fun in the Sun'

GREEN COVE SPRINGS - The Village Improvement Association of Green Cove Springs will host its second annual ‘Fun in the Sun’ children’s event on July 11. Held at the Vera Francis Hall Park, VIA … more

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

Woman charged with trafficking drugs after running stop sign

ORANGE PARK – A traffic stop for running a stop sign escalated into a trafficking methamphetamine charge for an Orange Park woman on June 27. According to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office, Brandy … more

7/3/24

CCSO: Man arrested after threatening three people with knife

KEYSTONE HEIGHTS – A man who threatened two people and a Clay County Fire Rescue lieutenant with a knife was subdued in a wooded area on June 27 when a Clay County Sheriff’s Office deputy used … more

7/3/24

Navy Veteran Capt. David Page stretches before starting his workout.

Veterans rekindle military camaraderie in YMCA weight room

FLEMING ISLAND — Steve Davidson did two tours as an Army pilot in Vietnam, two tours in the Persian Gulf and two more tours in Afghanistan. Now retired, he remains gung-ho about everything in … more

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

From left, OPPD Chief Randy Case joins Officer Jordan Fuentes and OP Sunrise Rotary Secretary Steve Underwood during the Hero of the Quarter presentation on Friday, June 28.

OPPD Officer Jordan Fuentes recognized by OP Sunrise Rotary

ORANGE PARK — Police Officer Jordan Fuentes was honored with the Hero of the Quarter on Friday, June 28, by OP Sunrise Rotary Secretary Steve Underwood. In May, Fuentes was transporting a … more

For Clay Today | 7/3/24

Sen. Rick Scott introduces 'No Tax on Tips' Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Florida Sen. Rick Scott joined Texas Sen. Ted Cruz to introduce legislation that would exempt tips from being subject to taxation under the federal income tax, the "No Tax … more

For Clay Today | 7/3/24

After arriving on the "Kingfisher," a team from the St. Johns Riverkeeper collected samples in Doctors Lake's waters last May.

South Florida reservoir feared to send pollution to St. Johns River

ST. JOHNS RIVER — "You can't step in the same river twice" is a famous expression, although only partly applicable to Doctors Lake, because if you ever stepped foot in its bath-warm, … more

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

Owners Jennifer Pena and Bryanne Harrell began the process of building the Royal Pines location back in 2022.

Kid City USA hosts grand opening in Royal Pines

ORANGE PARK — Parents and children got a chance to tour the new Kid City USA Royal Pines location at their grand opening on Saturday. The facility offers pre-school, daycare and before/after … more

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

Ascension St. Vincent’s selected as Top 15 health system in nation

JACKSONVILLE — Fortune and PINC AI have selected Ascension St. Vincent’s as one of the nation’s Top 15 health systems for 2024, marking the first time it has made the distinguished list. … more

For Clay Today | 7/3/24

Fall Registration, Enrollment Day at SJR State College on July 17

ORANGE PARK – Don’t let summer slip away without your chance at earning an affordable education. There’s still time to apply for the fall semester at St. Johns River State College. … more

For Clay Today | 7/3/24

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7/3/24

College Briefs

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

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 … more

Compiled by Don Coble | 7/3/24

Police Briefs

Traffic stop leads to trafficking drug charges for Orange Park woman ORANGE PARK – A traffic stop for running a stop sign escalated into a trafficking methamphetamine charge for a woman on … more

Compiled by Don Coble | 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

Police Briefs

(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

Compiled by Don Coble | 6/28/24

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