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Hope for the Holidays Program
Hope for the Holidays Program The festive holiday season can be challenging for those grieving the death of a loved one. They may find themselves torn between the need to grieve and pressure to get into the holiday spirit. Community Hospice & Palliative Care is hosting free support programs for the bereaved called Hope for…
Read MoreDottie B Florist Holiday Open House
Dottie B Florist Holiday Open House Step into the festive spirit at Dottie B Florist! 🌟 Join us for a Holiday Open House on November 18, 2023, from 11 am to 3 pm at 502 Ash St. in Fernandina Beach, FL. Enjoy hourly raffles, savor light refreshments, and discover exclusive deals—including 30% off tree and tabletop decor,…
Read MoreNassau County Capital Projects Update
Nassau County Capital Projects Update At the Monday, October 23, 2023 meeting, Deputy County Manager/County Engineer, Robert Companion, provided an update on Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Projects. The County’s CIP is updated annually during the budget process and provides a proactive approach in planning for infrastructure needs such as roadways, facilities and parks. Not only…
Read MoreEvans’ Rendezvous Planning Meeting
Evans’ Rendezvous Planning Meeting The County seeks input from the community regarding the future use of Evans’ Rendezvous. This site was a historical entertainment venue and restaurant located within the American Beach community on Amelia Island. This venue impacted the American Beach community in the 1940’s and 1950’s, providing a rich history for travel and…
Read MoreKeep Nassau Beautiful Free Tree Drive-Through Events
Keep Nassau Beautiful Free Tree Drive-Through Events Keep Nassau Beautiful is hosting two FREE tree give-away events. Residents can earn free trees by completing a brief online training from our UF/IFAS County Extension Director, Dr. Taylor Clem, and then registering for your your preferred tree species and pick-up location. Those completing the training and registration…
Read MoreFlorida Ranks #1 in the Nation for Entrepreneurship
Florida Ranks #1 in the Nation for Entrepreneurship TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Florida is the most entrepreneurial state in the nation according to a recent study published by researchers at The Digital Project Manager. Florida has the highest percentage of the population that has started a business with 13,238 small businesses…
Read MoreFloridaCommerce Announces Florida’s Labor Force at All-Time High, Outpacing the Nation for the 28th Consecutive Month
FloridaCommerce Announces Florida’s Labor Force at All-Time High, Outpacing the Nation for the 28th Consecutive Month TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, FloridaCommerce announced that Florida’s labor force is at an all-time high. Florida continues to outpace the nation in labor force growth for 28 consecutive months and over-the-year private sector job growth rate for 30 consecutive months…
Read MoreJeffrey Tambasco to Serve as Chief of Police
Jeffrey Tambasco to Serve as Chief of Police The City of Fernandina Beach is pleased to announce that Interim Police Chief Jeff Tambasco will be promoted to Police Chief. He will assume command of the 42 sworn officers and 7 support staff of the Fernandina Beach Police Department (FBPD). “I have full faith and confidence…
Read MoreBicentennial Information Sessions
Bicentennial Information Sessions The Fernandina 200 Steering Committee will hold two informational sessions for the public, businesses, and organizations who would like to learn more about how they can be part of the celebration. The first session will be held on Thursday, November 2nd, at 9AM in City Hall Chambers at 204 Ash Street (coffee…
Read MoreDEA National Take Back Day
DEA National Take Back Day The Nassau County Sheriff’s Office is participating in the DEA’s National Take Back Day. This event allows residents to safely dispose of prescription medications, OTC medications, vitamins, ointments and more, keeping them out of the environment and out of the wrong hands. See the flyer below for full details including…
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