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New Tax Credits Available for Florida Businesses Offering Childcare Support

New Tax Credits Available for Florida Businesses Offering Childcare Support Businesses in Nassau County now have an opportunity to support their employees with childcare expenses while receiving valuable tax credits. Thanks to a new law signed earlier this year, companies that provide childcare solutions—either on-site or within the community—can take advantage of these benefits. For…

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JTA Expands Services to Nassau County for Transportation Disadvantaged Residents

JTA Expands Services to Nassau County for Transportation Disadvantaged Residents (Jacksonville, FL – September 27, 2024) As of Tuesday, October 1, the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) will have assumed all responsibility as the Community Transportation Coordinator for the Transportation Disadvantaged residents of Nassau County. In the beginning, the focus will be on life sustaining and medical…

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Howl at the Moon & Sunset Kayaking

Howl at the Moon & Sunset Kayaking Back by popular demand! Join Amelia Island Kayak Excursions for the Howl at the Moon & Sunset Kayaking tour on Friday, October 18th! Enjoy the last bit of sunset and picture yourself gliding along the water with the moonlight as your guide. Enliven your senses with the sights…

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Barnabas Center and United Way of Northeast Florida Host a Poverty Simulation

Barnabas Center and United Way of Northeast Florida Host a Poverty Simulation Fernandina Beach, FL — Community members are encouraged to participate in the Meet ALICE Experience on October 22, 2024, at the Peck Center (516 S. 10th St., Fernandina Beach, FL 32034) from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. This free, in-person simulation will help…

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Pledge the Pink Amelia Island: Volunteer Today

Pledge the Pink Amelia Island: Volunteer Today In case you’ve missed the big news, Amelia Island is hosting Pledge the Pink in just two weeks. More than 2000 registrants and supporters will be flocking here to run, walk, and crawl 30 miles and raise 750k (much of which will stay in our local area). The…

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FloridaCommerce Activates the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program

FloridaCommerce Activates the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — FloridaCommerce activated the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program, making $15 million available for businesses impacted by Hurricane Helene. Florida small business owners in need of assistance are encouraged to visit  FloridaJobs.org/EBL to apply for the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program.…

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Storm Debris Generated by Hurricane Helene

Storm Debris Generated by Hurricane Helene Nassau County, Florida, September 27, 2024 – Preliminary damage and debris assessments by Nassau County’s emergency responders following Hurricane Helene are currently in process. While the crews will be actively clearing and repairing public roads and public infrastructure to ensure safe passage for residents, the County will not be…

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FloridaCommerce Activates Business Damage Assessment Survey to Measure Impact of Damage Caused by Hurricane Helene

FloridaCommerce Activates Business Damage Assessment Survey to Measure Impact of Damage Caused by Hurricane Helene Tallahassee, FL – Today, FloridaCommerce and the State Emergency Response Team (SERT) activated the Business Damage Assessment Survey in response to Hurricane Helene. Business owners can self-report physical and economic damage caused by Hurricane Helene. Survey responses will allow the state…

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UF Health Wildlight to Host Free Community Health Fair and Open House

UF Health Wildlight to Host Free Community Health Fair and Open House UF Health Wildlight is hosting a family fun health fair and open house on Saturday, October 12th from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM (noon). Meet providers, tour the facility, receive free health screenings and health education, and much more! The community open house will feature safety…

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Party with a Purpose: Fundraiser for Sheltering Nassau’s Homeless

Party with a Purpose: Fundraiser for Sheltering Nassau’s Homeless The Coalition for the Homeless of Nassau County presents Party with a Purpose on October 13, 2024, from 1:00-5:00 PM. This is a fundraising event to raise money for a temporary shelter for displaced folks in Nassau County. There will be BBQ and live music from…

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