Government
Nassau County BOCC to Consider Moratorium on Data Centers
Nassau County BOCC to Consider Moratorium on Data Centers At its meeting held on Monday, April 13, 2026, the Nassau County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) directed the County Attorney to draft a twelve-month moratorium on the development of data centers within unincorporated Nassau County. If adopted, the temporary moratorium would pause the acceptance and…
Read MoreNassau County Provides Amelia Island Parkway/Buccaneer Trail Roundabout Update
Nassau County Provides Amelia Island Parkway/Buccaneer Trail Roundabout Update Significant progress continues on Phase 2 operations. Nassau County teams made solid advancements last week while keeping safety and traffic flow top priorities. Key Activities Completed the Week of April 6th: TB Landmark continued welding and pressure testing of the 6″ steel gas main The gas…
Read MoreAmerican Beach Water & Sewer Project Recognized by EPA
American Beach Water & Sewer Project Recognized by EPA Pictured left to right are: Commissioner John Martin; Commissioner Alyson McCullough; Ervin Gilyard, Chairman of the American Beach Water & Sewer District Advisory Board; Commissioner A.M. “Hupp” Huppmann; Assistant County Manager Marshall Eyerman; and Clerk of Courts Mitch Keiter. The Nassau County Board of County Commissioners…
Read MoreU.S. 17 over the St. Mary’s River to see Daytime Closures Tuesday and Wednesday
U.S. 17 over the St. Mary’s River to see Daytime Closures Tuesday and Wednesday YULEE, Fla. – U.S. 17 over the St. Mary’s River will see full closures Tuesday, April 14 and Wednesday, April 15 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily for routine bridge inspection. During the closures, motorists will not be able to cross the…
Read More3rd Annual Opening of the Beaches Event
3rd Annual Opening of the Beaches Event Nassau County is ready to welcome summer in a big way and invites residents and visitors alike to celebrate at the annual Opening of the Beaches on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Main Beach Park in Fernandina. This FREE, family-friendly tradition transforms…
Read MoreCity of Fernandina Beach Celebrates National Arbor Day
City of Fernandina Beach Celebrates National Arbor Day The City of Fernandina Beach has been honored for the 24th consecutive year as a Tree City USA community by the Arbor Day Foundation, along with receiving the Growth Award for the fifth year. These recognitions reflect the City’s ongoing commitment to excellence in urban forestry and…
Read MoreCommissioner Wilton Simpson, Florida Forest Service Highlight Current Wildfire Conditions and Urge Residents to Be Wildfire Ready
Commissioner Wilton Simpson, Florida Forest Service Highlight Current Wildfire Conditions and Urge Residents to Be Wildfire Ready Commissioner Wilton Simpson and Florida Forest Service leadership provide an update on Florida’s wildfire conditions from Dover, Fla., April 7, 2026. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, during Florida Wildfire Awareness Week, Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson and the Florida Forest…
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 MoreFlorida Department of Transportation to Host Transportation Industry Hiring Event in Jacksonville
Florida Department of Transportation to Host Transportation Industry Hiring Event in Jacksonville FDOT Features Employment Opportunities alongside Leading Industry Partners JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – On Wednesday, April 8, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will host its third Road to Your Future Transportation Industry Hiring Event from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Adam W. Herbert University…
Read MoreFlorida Businesses Set Record High Export Sales in 2025
Florida Businesses Set Record High Export Sales in 2025 Florida businesses exported a total of $78.9 billion in 2025—increasing by $6.4 billion (8.9%) from 2024 and $21.6 billion (37.8%) from 2018—showing record-breaking growth and making this Florida’s largest export sales year in history TALLAHASSEE, Fla. —FloridaCommerce and SelectFlorida recently announced that Florida businesses exported a total…
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