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Health Officials Issue Mosquito-Borne Illness Advisory
Health Officials Issue Mosquito-Borne Illness Advisory Bryceville Fla.—The Florida Department of Health in Nassau County (DOH-Nassau) today advised residents there has been an increase in mosquito-borne disease activity in areas of Nassau County. Several sentinel chicken flocks have tested positive for Eastern equine encephalitis virus infection. The risk of transmission to humans has increased. Amelia…
Read MoreCoastal Community Health: Coming Soon to Nassau County
Coastal Community Health: Coming Soon to Nassau County Coastal Community Health is excited to announce the opening of a new location in Flora Parke Crossing in Fernandina Beach! The new facility is expected to open in August of 2024 and will provide primary care for young adults, adults, and access to affordable medications – making…
Read MoreNational Police Week and Peace Officers Memorial Day
National Police Week and Peace Officers Memorial Day At the Monday, May 13, 2024 meeting, the Board of County Commissioners approved Proclamation No. 2024-022 declaring May 12 – May 18, 2024 as National Police Week and Wednesday, May 15, 2024 as Peace Officers Memorial Day. May 15 was designated by Presidential Proclamation in 1962 by President…
Read MoreChamber Announces Leadership Nassau Class 23 Graduation
Chamber Announces Leadership Nassau Class 23 Graduation Leadership Nassau, a program coordinated by the Nassau County Chamber of Commerce, has announced the graduation of Class 23. This exclusive program assists in the development of community leaders by providing participants from diverse backgrounds with an understanding of the problems, opportunities, and issues facing the community. …
Read MoreNassau County Sea Turtle Protection
Nassau County Sea Turtle Protection May 1st marked the beginning of sea turtle nesting season. Mama sea turtles have begun making their way to our Florida beaches to lay their eggs. It is important that we all do our part to protect nesting sea turtles and their hatchlings. Below are ways residents and visitors can…
Read MoreAmerican Beach Community Meeting
American Beach Community Meeting The Nassau County Planning Department will hold its next American Beach community planning meeting on Saturday, June 1, 2024 from 10am-12pm at the American Beach Community Center. This event, “American Beach Crossroads”, will focus on discussions around neighborhood planning at American Beach, specifically the “crossroads” area around Gregg and Lewis Streets.…
Read MoreGroundbreaking Ceremony for Station 90
Groundbreaking Ceremony for Station 90 The Board of County Commissioners will host a Groundbreaking Ceremony in celebration of the upcoming construction of a new Fire Station 90. This station will be built at the existing Station 90 site located at 3195 County Road 2 in Hilliard. Following a competitive process, the Board awarded the bid…
Read MoreState Sales Tax Rate Imposed on Rentals, Leases, or Licenses to Use Real Property Reduced
State Sales Tax Rate Imposed on Rentals, Leases, or Licenses to Use Real Property Reduced Effective June 1, 2024, the state sales tax rate imposed under section 212.031, Florida Statutes (F.S.), on the total rent charged for renting, leasing, letting, or granting a license to use real property (also known as “commercial rentals”) is reduced…
Read MoreNassau Prosperity Alliance Annual Report
Nassau Prosperity Alliance Annual Report The Nassau Prosperity Alliance (NPA) is pleased to share that out of 67 counties in the State of Florida, Nassau County ranks in the top 25 in a variety of categories, including: 14th Best Place for Families, 14th Best County to Buy a House; 14th Best County to Live In;…
Read MoreCity of Fernandina Beach Non-Profit Funding Period Underway
City of Fernandina Beach Non-Profit Funding Period Underway The budget process for Fiscal Year 2024/2025 is underway. Non-profit organizations that wish to apply for funding from the City of Fernandina Beach during this coming budget year are asked to complete an application, available on the City website: www.fbfl.us/finance. Mail application to: City of Fernandina Beach…
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