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St. Johns River State College students helped at Orange Park High's Community Partnership School's clothes closet and food pantry during its Vikings Day of Service.

Quigley House springs into action with two seasonal programs CLAY COUNTY – Spring has sprung at Quigley House, and that means the organization committed to supporting a safe, welcoming environment … more

3/19/26

The Little Free Library is located at 130 Kingsley Ave.

Orange Park Woman's Club restores Little Free Library

ORANGE PARK — With help from the Historical Society of Orange Park, the Orange Park Woman's Club received a new community library on Feb. 5. After finding the box badly rotten, Historical Society … more

By Kyla Woodard
kyla@claytodayonline.com | 2/12/26

Lobster rolls are a favorite of all New England Patriots fans.

Setting the table for Super Bowl party food feast

CLAY COUNTY – While most of us won’t be at Super Bowl LX on Sunday, it doesn’t mean we can stuff our faces like true-blue, literally both team's same colors, Seattle … more

By Don Coble don@claytodayonline.com | 2/5/26

Congressman Aaron Bean responds to Letter to the Editor

"Last week, [Jan. 22] an anonymous letter to the editor accused me of flying the flag of another country in my congressional office. This is not … more

2/5/26

Impact Clay, which helps the community meet social service needs of families, individuals and children through collaborative projects, celebrated the leasing of its final office to Emmanuel Project on Tuesday, Jan. 20.

Impact Clay celebrates filling its house of helping

ORANGE PARK – With the snip of a giant pair of scissors, Impact Clay celebrated the final lease of its office space on Tuesday, Jan. 20. Immanuel Project was the final tenant to … more

STAFF PHOTO BY DON COBLE | 1/24/26

Community Briefs

Fleming’s Brian Nick wins tickets to 2026 Florida Theatre events JACKSONVILLE – Congratulations to Fleming Island’s Brian Nick, the winner of the 2025 Ticket Drawing fundraiser for the … more

1/22/26

More than 200 hot meals were served from The Grub Brothers and Zamora family.

Faith-based groups host successful festival at Tanglewood Park

ORANGE PARK – Three hundred residents were served food, clothing, personal items and fellowship by 170 volunteers on Saturday, Nov. 22, during the … more

For Clay Today | 11/27/25

Community Briefs

Rockin ’ for Stockins ’ to accept new musicians in Rising Stars GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Paul Wane trades sleep fo r satisfaction during the holidays. He plays his … more

11/27/25

The Halloween event at the Orange Park Senior Center featured a costume contest.

OP Senior Center celebrates Halloween with spooky fun

ORANGE PARK - Seniors at the Orange Park Senior Center arrived with creepy, creative costumes to celebrate Halloween on Oct. 31. The event, held at 414 Stowe Ave., was one for the books and included … more

By Kyla Woodard
kyla@claytodayonline.com | 11/6/25

Artists and sign language interpreters are invited to submit auditions to perform at the Military Appreciation Ceremony during THE PLAYERS Ceremony and Concert on March 10.

Community Briefs

THE PLAYERS i nvites a rtists to j oin Military Appreciation Ceremony      PONTE VEDRA BEACH – THE PLAYERS Championship is inviting talented individuals and groups from … more

11/6/25

More than 200 artists and vendors were at the festival.

Annual Fall Festival welcomes thousands to Orange Park

ORANGE PARK — Music could be heard, and smiles could be seen as crowds of guests entered Town Hall Park on Oct. 18 and 19. The 43rd annual Orange Park Fall Festival invited thousands of … more

By Kyla Woodard
kyla@claytodayonline.com | 10/25/25

Winn-Dixie buys Hitchcock’s in Keystone Heights

KEYSTONE HEIGHTS – Days after announcing it was closing its doors, Winn-Dixie Company said it was purchasing three of Hitchcock’s stores, including the grocery at 7380 State Road 100. … more

For Clay Today | 10/23/25

Residents could select personal hygiene products from Dignity Impact Outreach.

Impact Clay Train rolls into Clay Hill Elementary

CLAY HILL – The monthly Impact Clay Train made a stop at Clay Elementary on Saturday, Oct. 18. The free event served 100 residents with spiritual, mental health, life, substance abuse, benefits and … more

10/23/25

Top high-paying jobs that are in demand

Looking for a high-paying job in a growing profession? Here’s what to know about some of today’s top professions offering generous compensation and good job security: Health c are … more

By StatePoint Media, For Clay Today | 10/23/25

Spotlight Theater presenting 'Little Shop of Horrors'

FLEMING ISLAND - Based on the popular movie of the same name starring Rick Moranis and Ellen Greene, Seymour has brought back a strange and interesting plant that attracts business to Mushnik's … more

Clay Today staff | 10/9/25

Meet Bandit!

Looking to adopt a furry friend? I might be the one for you! I'm Bandit- the most loving and loyal dog you'll ever meet! I'm 7, and a large male Bulldog, American/Mixed Breed. I'm a calm and … more

10/9/25

UF/IFAS is inviting everyone to take the Peanut Butter Challenge.

Community Briefs

St. Vincent’s to provide free clinic at Soul Food Festival GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Ascension St. Vincent’s will partner with the Soul Food Festival on Saturday, Oct. 3, during the … more

9/24/25

Survivors released some tension and emotional baggage by breaking dishes - and the cycle of abuse - at Quigley House.

Community Briefs

Domestic violence support group empowers survivors with healing activity GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Survivors participating in a Quigley House domestic violence support group recently … more

9/17/25

HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital will host a reunion of former patients and parents of its Neonatal Intensive Care Unit on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Community Briefs

State now accepting bear harvest permit applications CLAY COUNTY – Bear harvest permit applications for the 2025 regulated bear hunting season will open at 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 12, and can … more

9/10/25

Healthcare and community partners celebrated the expansion of Baptist Medical Clay's Emergency Department on Thursday, Aug. 28.

Baptist Clay expands its Emergency Department

FLEMING ISLAND – With the snip of scissors on Thursday, Aug. 28, residents of Clay County started to receive expanded healthcare services at Baptist Medical Center Clay’s Emergency Department. The … more

Clay Today staff | 9/4/25

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