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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

Hooter's was a cornerstone of the Wells Road community for nearly 24 years.

Hooter’s on Wells Road closes its doors for good

ORANGE PARK – On Sunday, June 23, employees and customers learned that the restaurant on Wells Road was one of nearly 40 around the country permanently closed. Hooters cited underperforming … more

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

County looking for input for future amenities at Veteran’s Park

GREEN COVE SPRINGS — Clay County acquired the 641-acre Veterans Park site in March 2000 through the federal government to permanently use and maintain it as a public park. The county’s goal for … more

For Clay Today | 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

Wanted woman charged after being caught with cocaine, methamphetamine

ORANGE PARK – A woman was stopped on Wells Road for an outstanding narcotics warrant and Clay County Sheriff’s Office deputies found more illegal drugs inside her car on June 20. Krystal Lashea … more

6/27/24

CCSO: Man caught 10 minutes after robbing smoke shop

ORANGE PARK – A 19-year-old man was arrested after the Clay County Sheriff’s Office said he robbed a smoke shop and threatened to “shoot” the store clerk if he followed him out of the store … 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

Home Run Derby coming on July 20

MIDDLEBURG—The Fleming Island Athletic Association is happy to announce that its second annual Adult Home Run Derby will be held on July 20 at 6 p.m. Up to four players will be on teams, and … more

For Clay Today | 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

The raffle will support youth library events.

Green Cove Springs Library offering a $1 raffle for child’s adventure basket

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – For $1, you can win a children’s adventure basket at the Green Cove Springs Library. And if you don’t win, you’ll still be satisfied knowing your money toward the raffle … more

6/27/24

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