Government
3rd 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…
Read MoreFlorida Institute for Political Leadership to Host Upcoming Campaign School & Community Leadership Training
Florida Institute for Political Leadership to Host Upcoming Campaign School & Community Leadership Training The Florida Institute for Political Leadership (FIPL), an initiative through the Florida Chamber of Commerce, is pleased to announce our next virtual STATEWIDE Campaign School & Community Leadership Training. This 2-part online training school is scheduled for April 7 – 8, from…
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 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.…
Read MoreRoundabout at William Burgess & Harts Road Open
Roundabout at William Burgess & Harts Road Open The roundabout at William Burgess Boulevard and Harts Road officially following a final inspection by Nassau County on Friday. The project was constructed by developer Greg Matovina & Associates as part of a developer agreement, with Holland Contractors serving as the contractor. Nassau County recognizes that the…
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