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Cafe Key West brings taste of Conch Republic to Clay

Brandon Wallace runs the food truck with his wife Ruth, and children Brandon Jr. and Raliyah.
OAKLEAF— If you drive about 489 miles south, you’ll land on a place where Brandon Wallace said is the key inspiration behind all his culinary endeavors. Although small, Key West is marked with a …
Any update on the Oakleaf Plantation Library project?
Currently, there is no update from the county on the progress of the incoming Oakleaf Plantation Library.  Clay Today previously reported that at a Feb. 11 meeting, Board of County …
Oakleaf High School sophomore Eden Daniels (blue dress) earned first-place honors in the Clay Soil and Water Conservation District annual speech contest on Monday night.
Oakleaf sophomore wins SWCD speech contest
Clay Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) hosted its annual Speech Contest on Monday. This year’s theme was “Home is Where the Habitat is,” and 23 students from all over Clay County …
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Oakleaf singer places 2nd in Talent Hunt

Kaelyn Newman

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity hosted its Annual Talent Hunt Program on April 12.   Kaelyn Newman of Oakleaf High School earned 2nd-place honors for her vocal rendition of " With You" from Ghost: The …

Oakleaf High baserunner Ava Tolbert, also a top hitter for the Knights, slides into second base in Knights 13-3 win over Ridgeview in the Oakleaf Tournament of Champions final game.

Oakleaf bats rock Panthers in tourney final

OAKLEAF - Oakleaf High softball has readied itself for the upcoming Kissimmee Klassic softball tournament in south Florida in the first week of April with a resounding 13-3 win over a tenacious …
Fleming Island jump specialist Mikayla Shavers leaps to third place long jump in early rounds at Bob Hayes Invitational before dominating the triple jump with a three foot winning gap.

OHS Collins, FIHS Shavers jump to busy weekend

JACKSONVILLE - Oakleaf High senior Devin Collins and Fleming Island High junior Mikayla Shavers were the two top double dippers over the weekend with both achieving outstanding track finishes at …
Former Oakleaf High guard Kaylah Turner has been playing excellent college basketball at Temple University with a conference award and a player of the week for two outstanding games for the Owls.

OHS Turner earns Temple conference honor

PHILADELPHIA - Kaylah Turner, a sophomore guard from Oakleaf High School in Clay County, FL, has had standout performances as a point guard at Temple University in Philadelphia, recently earning an …
Ridgeview senior guard Emma Rayes has been hot with her three point shot with this gamechanger in win over Fleming Island and two in Clay County Cup win over Keystone Heights.

Knights, Panthers in round two

ORANGE PARK - Ridgeview High girls basketball, ranked no. 5 in Class 5A at 11-3, will face off against the Oakleaf High Lady Knights in a semifinal clash at the Clay County Cup Basketball …
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Oakleaf High spreads Mickey magic with Disney Dinner
OAKLEAF — In the spirit of Disney, theater students at Oakleaf High School became animated characters on Saturday, March 15. The group hosted their fourth annual Disney Dinner Theatre, dedicated to …
Clay County Sheriff Michelle Cook presented Oakleaf Junior High School student Nevin Luna with the Student in the Spotlight award, an initiative dedicated to recognizing young people who have done great things in their community.
Oakleaf student honored as a 'young hero'
OAKLEAF - Oakleaf Junior High School student Nevin Luna received recognition on Wednesday for an "extraordinary" act of bravery. In the presence of Oakleaf Junior High staff, local officials and …
The Board of County Commissioners proclaimed February as Black History Month at Tuesday's meeting. The board recognized many historical county figures and community leaders for their influence and impact.
Oakleaf Plantation Library project moves ahead with $750,000 grant
GREEN COVE SPRINGS - Another step forward was made for the future Oakleaf Plantation Library on Tuesday. The Board of County Commissioners approved a grant agreement with the State of …
A panel of associates from across the hospital shared stories about their careers and gave the students advice on accomplishing their goals.
Oakleaf and Middleburg High students learn about healthcare careers at Ascension St. Vincent's Clay County
MIDDLEBURG — Students enrolled in electrocardiogram (EKG) programs at Oakleaf High School and Middleburg High School spent the day at the hospital for "Heart of Healthcare Career Day."  A …
During a presentation at the school board meeting, Swimming Pen, Oakleaf Village and Coppergate elementaries were recognized as recipients of the Florida Department of Education's Purple Star School of Distinction Designation.
Oakleaf Village, Coppergate, Swimming Pen elementaries receive Purple Star award
FLEMING ISLAND - Three of Clay's elementary schools were awarded a distinction last Thursday, Feb. 6. During a presentation at the school board meeting, Swimming Pen, Oakleaf Village and Coppergate …
The indoor playground features a climbing platform with two slides, a ball pit, tunnels and stationary toys.
Play Town now open in Oakleaf
OAKLEAF - The community came together to celebrate the opening of Clay County's newest indoor playground last Saturday.  Located on Royal Pines Drive, Play Town is "a little kid's play gym," …