Chamber Member News & Updates
Ocean Alliance Launches Direct Container Service with Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT)
Ocean Alliance Launches Direct Container Service with Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT) The Ocean Alliance will begin calling JAXPORT’s SSA Jacksonville Container Terminal in May 2026. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (April 8, 2026) – The Ocean Alliance is now offering direct container service connecting the Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT) with key markets in Asia. Operated on a weekly basis, the Chesapeake…
Read MoreAmelia Island Parkway & Buccaneer Trail Roundabout – Nassau County Provides Phase Two Update
Amelia Island Parkway & Buccaneer Trail Roundabout – Nassau County Provides Phase Two Update The County understands that construction at the Amelia Island Parkway & Buccaneer Trail roundabout may be frustrating, especially during Phase 2. The County is actively working with local law enforcement partners and the City of Fernandina Beach to improve travel times…
Read MoreAmelia Island Chamber Music Festival Announces Spring Highlights
Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival Announces Spring Highlights AMELIA ISLAND, FL (April 2026) — The Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival (The “Festival”) continues its 25th Anniversary Season with three spring events designed to welcome every generation: a free, interactive family jazz concert, a rare U.S. tour appearance by international piano star Khatia Buniatishvili (sold out with a waitlist),…
Read MoreUF/IFAS Nassau County Extension to Host Financial Fitness for Teens
UF/IFAS Nassau County Extension to Host Financial Fitness for Teens Join the UF/IFAS Nassau County Extension for Financial Fitness for Teens! Get ready to boost your money smarts with the UF/IFAS Nassau County Extension’s fun, in-person workshop designed just for teens. Whether you’re saving up for something cool or just want to understand how cash…
Read MoreCommunity Hospice & Palliative Care Celebrates National Volunteer Month
Community Hospice & Palliative Care Celebrates National Volunteer Month March 31, 2026 (Jacksonville, Fla.) – April is National Volunteer Month, a time to recognize the dedicated individuals who generously give their time and compassion to support patients, families, and care teams across Northeast Florida. Community Hospice & Palliative Care proudly celebrates the volunteers who play…
Read MoreRayonier Maintains Current Name and Ticker Symbol, Introduces New Logo
Rayonier Maintains Current Name and Ticker Symbol, Introduces New Logo WILDLIGHT, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Rayonier (NYSE:RYN) announced recently that it will maintain the Rayonier name after a thorough review of alternatives following its recent merger of equals with PotlatchDeltic, while also introducing a new corporate logo that reflects a fresh brand identity for the combined company. “In…
Read MoreRing Power Preserves More Than 1,700 Acres Through Major Gift to North Florida Land Trust
Ring Power Preserves More Than 1,700 Acres Through Major Gift to North Florida Land Trust Randy and Paula Ringhaver, the company’s founding family, donated a large conservation easement to NFLT More than 1,700 acres in St. Johns County will now be permanently protected following Ring Power’s donation of a major conservation easement to North Florida…
Read MoreNassau County Pavement Management Program Drives Award-Winning Results
Nassau County Pavement Management Program Drives Award-Winning Results During the Wednesday, March 18, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting, Road Director David Hearn presented, announcing that Hubbard Construction Company received the District 2 Roads and Streets Builder of the Year Award from the Asphalt Contractors Association of Florida. This award was earned through their work…
Read MoreNassau Works! Free Workforce Training Opportunity
Nassau Works! Free Workforce Training Opportunity Nassau Works! is Florida State College at Jacksonville’s solution to local business needs built directly on the employer survey results from the Nassau County Economic Development Board (NCEDB) and in partnership with Career Source Northeast Florida. Educational packages provide targeted, short‑duration training available at the FSCJ Nassau Campus and…
Read MoreNassau County Fiscal Year 24/25 Audit Presented
Nassau County Fiscal Year 24/25 Audit Presented At the Wednesday, March 18, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting, Ron Whitesides, Auditor for Purvis Gray, presented the audit for Fiscal Year 2024/2025, which ended on September 30, 2025. Mr. Whitesides stated, “We have issued an unmodified opinion. That’s the highest level of assurance your auditor can give.…
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