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Playoffs, bragging rights in new districts

FLEMING ISLAND - Well, Well, Well, football just got a little more interesting for the upcoming 2024 season as the FHSAA, in their presiding wisdom, has returned to the Class 1A, Class 2A, etc. …

His life speaks

OAKLEAF - There is no linear path to grieving a loss.  For a loss as significant as Yolanda Osborne-Kohn’s, she is learning how to day by day.  On some days, Osborne-Kohn said she still …
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Board member Bob Olson said the fact The Way faced and persevered through so many challenges was no accident.
ORANGE PARK – Nothing about The Way Free Medical Clinic should have happened. It was impossible to find a new home big enough to accommodate the demand for free medical and dental services for …
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Many offices will be closed for Labor Day

CLAY COUNTY – County offices, including all libraries, the courthouse, Department of Health, Supervisor of Elections, Animal Services, courthouse, tax collector and Administration offices, as …

Clay County teacher's union tentatively wins $4 million raise

CLAY COUNTY — Most of us will enjoy a day off of work on Monday, Sept. 2, Labor Day. This day recognizes the contributions and achievements that labor unions have made in the United States. The …

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Don Morgan
Don Morgan, architect of City Hall, dies at 92
KEYSTONE HEIGHTS — Throughout his monumental architectural career, Donald "Don" Morgan designed the current Keystone Heights City Hall, Keystone Heights High and many other iconic …
John Franklin Gates
John Franklin Gates
John Franklin Gates passed away on August 8, 2024, in Orange Park, FL, surrounded by his wife and children. He was born on September 24, 1937, in Winnfield, LA, to the late Harvey Earnest Gates and …
Robert Jackson ‘Jack’ Herren
Robert Jackson “Jack” Herren, 83, of Green Cove Springs, FL, passed away August 17, 2024 Please sign the family’s online guestbook at www.broadusraines.com Arrangements are under the care of …
Jewel Baskin
Jewel Baskin, 57, of Green Cove Springs, entered the sunset of life unexpectedly during a church mission trip to Africa on Friday, August 9, 2024, at the Hospital of Santa Maria, Lisbon, Portugal. …
Morris Williams
Morris Bennett Williams
Morris Bennett Williams of Fleming Island, Florida, quietly passed away in his home surrounded by his loving family on July 20, 2024. He was 86 years old. Morris was a beloved husband, father, and …

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Police briefs
Naquan Damon Person-Daise
ORANGE PARK – According to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office, two men were charged with armed robbery after entering an extended stay room at Seigel Select on Wells Road and stealing …
Christopher Craig Debler
KEYSTONE HEIGHTS – Three men were arrested Monday night after a group climbed an active cellphone tower and attempted to BASE jump with parachutes near County Road 315C and Spring Lake Road near …

Tuesday, Aug. 27

Toby Harris, 46, Orange Park, possession ammo/firearm by convicted felon

Latoya M. Carey, DUI with property damage/injury, refusal to submit to BAL test

Johnathan L. Douglass, 33, Green Cove Springs, FTA failure to register vehicle

Nicolas R. Ortiz, 23, Fleming Island, FTA

Darrell L. Beamon, 29, Orange Par, grand theft

Luke D. Demott, 37, Green Cove Springs, VOP DUI, VOP refusal to submit to BAL test, VOP DWLSR

Brian K. Anderson, 28, Green Cove Springs, violation of pretrial release conditions for protection against domestic violence

Jose C. Gonzales, 35, Orange Park, violations of injunction against domestic violence

Jacob L. Mitchell, 22, Middleburg, battery

Kimberly D. Atwell, 44, Orange Park, possession methamphetamine, possession cocaine, possession drug paraphernalia

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And in Sports....

Jags beat Bucs 20-7

JACKSONVILLE - With a manageable amount of time in the pocket, Jacksonville Jaguar quarterback Mac Jones, a product of The Bolles School just a few minutes from Everbank Field, put two passes into …

Eagles win 30-20 against Blue Devils

GREEN COVE SPRINGS - Fleming Island High quarterback Cibastian Broughton did what Cibastian Broughton is supposed to do, but it did take a bit of time to get there as the Fleming Island High Golden …
The Clay County YMCA – For A Better Community

First Coast YMCA-Our DayStar Program

At DayStar, we are committed to ensuring everyone reaches their full potential with dignity while providing individuals access to the unique support they need. Daystar is committed to providing …

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BRIAN ROWLAND will play Aug. 31 from 1-10 p.m. at Stone’s Irish Pub, 323 NE Commercial Cir., Keystone Heights. FRATELLO will play on Aug. 31 at 8 p.m. at Whitey’s Fish Camp, 2032 County Road, …

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Did You Know?

Clay Today will test your knowledge weekly and provide interesting facts on various topics. This week, the most common names. Unless you’re in Atlanta, where there are 71 streets with the word …
Ossify : (AH-suh-fye) a verb meaning something becomes hardened or conventional and opposed to change. In medical contexts, something that ossifies (such as cartilage) forms or is transformed …

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Briefs

Mercy Support invites public to ‘A Night at the Oscars’

ORANGE PARK — Sponsors and the public are invited to “A Night at the Oscars” at the Thrasher-Horne Center on Oct. 24 to benefit Mercy Support Services. They exist to meet the needs of people …

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Faith Walk

Love Like Jesus Part 2

FAITH WALK Pastor Billy Register True Life Church Love Like Jesus - Part 2 Jesus' love was marked by forgiveness. Matthew 6:14 highlights this: "For if you forgive other people …

This Week in History

A wedding photo taken at the front of the Azaleana Manor, a waterfront venue in Orange Park

Five years ago, 2019 After purchasing the property a year prior, Karrie Massee transitioned the Azaleana Manor in Orange Park into a boutique venue for hosting weddings, parties and …

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Harrison Burton finished one car length ahead of Kyle Busch Saturday night to win the Coke Zero Sugar 400 at the Daytona International Speedway, It was Burton's first career Cup Series win and the 100th for Wood Brothers Racing.

Wood Brothers Racing: 71 years, 100 NASCAR wins ... and counting

DAYTONA BEACH – David Pearson won the Firecracker 400 in 1978 at the Daytona International Speedway. It’s easy to remember because it was my first NASCAR assignment. Although the race was moved …

Attention voters: Our future depends on getting to the polls

CLAY COUNTY – The 2024 Primary Election Day started with little fanfare and fizzled out with barely more than 18% turnout. In this election, slightly more than 28,000 Clay County voters (out of the …

Thomas Hatcher joins Truex Jr.’s team for stretch drive

DAYTONA BEACH — With eight races in the regular season, Joe Gibbs Racing’s focus shifted in June to Martin Truex Jr. The former NASCAR Cup Series champion had already announced two weeks before …

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Swirl Suites is located at 1910 Wells Rd #C02 at the Orange Park Mall
Swirl Suites puts its own twist on ice cream
ORANGE PARK — Swirl Suites has set up shop just outside of the Orange Park Mall, putting its own twist on the ice cream sundae.  You may have enjoyed scoops of ice cream in a cone or a bowl …
Michael Mullinax owns Brown's Creek Honey Farm, a business dedicated to making products solely from all-natural beeswax.
'Bee'-ing natural with Brown's Creek Honey Farm
FLEMING ISLAND — Bees are a huge part of what makes our ecosystem work.  The pollinators land on objects and leave a trace sure to impact the way we live.  Michael Mullinax has been an …
The Barley and Pie crew pose for a photo in June after the grand opening.
Barley & Pie leaves its pawprint on pizza, brewery scene
FLEMING ISLAND — Located at the former site of V Pizza, Barley and Pie opened during the dog days of summer to critical culinary acclaim.  Barley and Pie is a pizza and brewery combo that …
4 Corner Pizza
Detroit-style Jet’s Pizza offering grand opening deal in Orange Park
ORANGE PARK – Although Jet’s Pizza opened a new location at 280 Blanding Blvd., unit 103, in May, the store is excited to celebrate its grand opening with a fun event. On Saturday, Aug. 24, …
Baristas Alexa, left, and Cora clink glasses of Parachute Punch.
No BS: Black Rifle Coffee opens storefront on Fleming Island
FLEMING ISLAND — Would-be customers peered through windows and circled the drive-thru days leading up to the cafe’s highly anticipated grand opening Wednesday. "We've had about 40 people pull …
John Odom and Albert Walker are the owners of Tough Guys Cookies and Sweets, a bakery that reimagines what it means to be a baker.
'Tough Guys' can bake, too
OAKLEAF — In a society where women are predominantly the ones by the oven, two men are aiming to turn that stigma around one cookie at a time. John Odom and Albert Walker own Tough Guys Cookies and …

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 Americans serve together to honor and remember Sept. 11
(BPT) - More than two decades ago, on Sept. 11, 2001, many lost their lives in the 9/11 terrorist attacks. From across America, people stepped forward — uniting to help the families of those …
Have a Heart for Caregivers: 8 expert tips for volunteers to care for themselves, too
(Family Features) Survivors of heart attacks or strokes may have additional health and personal care needs, often relying on a family member or close friend to help.
Making the Grade with Medicaid and CHIP
(BPT) - Back-to-school season is in full swing, which means it’s time to make sure your kids have the essentials they need for a successful school year. Health coverage should be at the top of …
Join the Movement: Celebrate Blue Star Welcome Week and Support Military Families
Join the Movement: Celebrate Blue Star Welcome Week and Support Military Families
(NewsUSA) - The average military family moves three times as often as their civilian peers, and most of these permanent change of station (PCS) moves occur during the summer, according to Blue Star …
5 easy ways to nourish your brain
(BPT) - What are you doing to nourish your brain on a daily basis? Many people eat a balanced diet and work out to nourish and support their bodies and their overall health, but it's just as …

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