Government
Property Taxes and City Budget 101: A Blueprint for Building Community
Property Taxes and City Budget 101: A Blueprint for Building Community The City of Fernandina Beach is hosting a free workshop for citizens of Fernandina Beach in response to recent Florida legislature discussions on the elimination of property taxes. This session provides essential knowledge for all City residents including how the City budget works, where…
Read MoreSBA Announces National Small Business Week 2026 Virtual Summit Agenda
SBA Announces National Small Business Week 2026 Virtual Summit Agenda America’s Small Business Development Center to Co-host Free Two-Day Virtual Summit from May 5-6 WASHINGTON — The U.S. Small Business Administration announced its full agenda for the National Small Business Week 2026 Virtual Summit, a free two-day online event that will take place May 5-6. The event is co-sponsored by America’s…
Read MoreNassau County Announces 3rd Annual Opening of the Beaches
Nassau County Announces 3rd Annual Opening of the Beaches Summer starts here, and you’re invited to celebrate! Join Nassau County on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Main Beach Park in Fernandina Beach for the annual Opening of the Beaches. This FREE, family-friendly event is packed with ways to enjoy…
Read MoreFDOTÂ Highlights Innovative Measures to Enhance Work Zone Safety During Work Zone Awareness Week
FDOT Highlights Innovative Measures to Enhance Work Zone Safety During Work Zone Awareness Week TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — This week, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) recognizes National Work Zone Awareness Week, an annual initiative to underscore the importance of protecting road workers and motorists in active construction zones. Through continued focus on enhancing safety across Florida’s transportation system through innovation, engineering countermeasures, and educational outreach, FDOT is taking action to…
Read MoreNassau 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…
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