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Florida’s Unemployment Rate Lower Than the National Rate For 40 Consecutive Months
Florida’s Unemployment Rate Lower Than the National Rate For 40 Consecutive Months TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced a milestone in Florida’s continuing economic success: Florida’s statewide unemployment rate has been lower than the national rate for 40 consecutive months. The national unemployment rate rose to 3.9 percent for February 2024; Florida’s rate did not rise…
Read MoreFDOT Proposed Median Modifications: SR 200/A1A and Meadowfield Bluffs Road
FDOT Proposed Median Modifications: SR 200/A1A and Meadowfield Bluffs Road Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is proposing a directionalized median opening at State Road 200 and Meadowfield Bluffs Road. These modifications would improve safety and provide an efficient way to enter and exit properties along this section of Meadowfield Bluffs Road. The full median that…
Read MoreNew Recycling Program Available to All Nassau County Residents
New Recycling Program Available to All Nassau County Residents Nassau County Solid Waste is pleased to announce a new recycling program! Nassau County residents can now safely dispose of used cooking oil at the Convenience Recycle Center located at 46026 Landfill Road in Callahan. This service is provided at no cost to Nassau County residents…
Read MoreBreaking Ground: Florida’s Manufacturing Sector Shines in Inaugural Report
Breaking Ground: Florida’s Manufacturing Sector Shines in Inaugural Report FloridaCommerce and FloridaMakes Release First-Ever Manufacturing Report, Showcasing Sector’s Vital Role in State Economy TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, FloridaCommerce and FloridaMakes highlight Florida’s inaugural manufacturing report, showcasing the sector’s vital role in Florida’s economy. With nearly 25,000 manufacturing establishments in the state, Florida’s economic impact in manufacturing…
Read MoreSurvey: Community Assessment of Local Hazards, Risks and Vulnerabilities
Survey: Community Assessment of Local Hazards, Risks and Vulnerabilities Nassau County Emergency Management is working to identify ways to improve community resilience from all types of hazards. This includes educational outreach to help residents get better prepared and public works projects that reduce impacts from severe weather, storm surge, and wildfire on structures, transportation, and…
Read MoreFernandina Beach Library Buy a Brick Campaign
Fernandina Beach Library Buy a Brick Campaign The Fernandina Beach Branch Library is getting ready for Common Ground. Friends of the Fernandina Beach Library, in conjunction with the City of Fernandina Beach and the Nassau County Public Library, are proud to announce the creation of Common Ground, a little oasis between the entrance to the Library and 4th Street…
Read MoreCounty Welcomes New Assistant Attorney
County Welcomes New Assistant Attorney The Nassau County Attorney’s Office is pleased to introduce its new Assistant County Attorney, Elizabeth Moore. Ms. Moore has been practicing law for sixteen years, most recently working in commercial real estate where she advised clients on transactional matters and appeared before governments and agencies across northeast Florida. Ms. Moore…
Read MoreCounty Earns Award of Excellence in Affordable Housing
County Earns Award of Excellence in Affordable Housing At the Northeast Florida Regional Council’s Elected Officials Luncheon, Nassau County was presented with a Regional Award for Excellence in Affordable Housing from the Northeast Florida Regional Council (NEFRC) for the creation of its new Tiny Home Development Program. The Board of County Commissioners recognizes that affordable…
Read MoreNew Models Featuring New Home Designs at New Wildlight Community
New Models Featuring New Home Designs at New Wildlight Community Hawthorn Park at Wildlight site map Limited opportunities remaining at nearby Forest Park at Wildlight WILDLIGHT, Fla. (March 12, 2024) – The Northeast Florida Division of PulteGroup, one of the nation’s leading home builders, proudly announces the opening of sales and three decorated model homes…
Read MoreFlorida’s Economy Continues to Outpace the Nation in 2024
Florida’s Economy Continues to Outpace the Nation in 2024 TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Governor Ron DeSantis celebrated Florida’s private sector job growth rate which increased by 0.4 percent (+37,900 jobs) in January 2024. This is double the national rate of 0.2 percent over the same period. Florida’s economic data continues to indicate economic stability and confidence…
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