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McDonald, Shimko graduate from Berry College

ROME, Ga. – Berry College welcomed its newest class of graduates, including Hannah McDonald of Fleming Island, who earned a BA degree in Religion and Philosophy, and Joseph Shimko of Orange Park, … more

5/16/24

Mollie Lawrence graduates from Young Harris College

Y OUNG HARRIS, Ga. – The Young Harris College academic year has come to an end, and members of the Class of 2024, including Fleming Island’s Mollie Lawrence, have completed their final year in … more

5/16/24

Pair of Clay students earn spots on Bob Jones Dean’s List

GREENVILLE, S.C. – Two former Clay County students, Peter Roberson from Orange Park and Evan Walker from Middleburg, earned a spot on the Dean’s List at Bob Jones University for the Spring … more

5/16/24

Middleburg’s Haymore makes North Georgia’s Dean’s List

DAHLONEGA, Ga. – John Haymore of Middleburg made the spring 2024 Dean’s List at the University of North Georgia after achieving at least a 3.5 grade-point average, carrying 12 or more credit … more

5/16/24

Pair of local students on Columbia College’s Dean’s List

COLUMBIA, Mo. – Columbia College recently announced its dean’s list for the Spring 2024 Semester. To be named to the dean’s list, a student must have completed 12 credit hours in 16 weeks and … more

5/16/24

Hall, Trammell make Dean’s List at Samford University

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Samford University recognized 1,931 students, including Kinley Hall of Green Cove Springs and Rita Trammell of Oakleag, on the Dean’s List for the spring 2024 semester. To … more

5/16/24

Berry College selects three from Clay for Dean’s List

ROME, Ga. – The Dean’s List honored students who posted an academic average of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale while carrying a class load of at least 12 hours during the semester. Orange Park’s … more

5/16/24

Women met Thursday, May 2, to discuss their impact on the local economy during the Women's Empowerment Council Luncheon hosted by the Clay County Chamber of Commerce.

Empowerment Council: Women business owners discuss their impact on economy

CLAY COUNTY – The Clay County Chamber of Commerce hosted the Women's Empowerment Council Luncheon on May 2. Annie Grogan, Director of the Jacksonville Women’s Business Center, shared the … more

For Clay Today | 5/9/24

The Augusta Savage Arts & Community Center

Pickleball ready for its first serve at Augusta Savage Center

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – The Clay County Board of County Commissioners and the City of Green Cove Springs invite the public to join the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new pickleball … more

For Clay Today | 5/9/24

The Green Cove Springs Memorial Day Riverfest will feature a performance by '80s hairband BedRock.

BedRock '80s Hairband Rock' to play at Memorial Day Riverfest

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – BedRock "80's Hairband Rock" is gearing up for its performance at Springs Park to honor U.S. veterans and military personnel who died during service. "We are … more

For Clay Today | 5/9/24

Brian Johnson will take on the role of Dr. Joseph Applegate, a historical figure from Green Cove Springs, during the production of "PASSING THE BATON."

Clamour Theatre presenting 'PASSING THE BATON' on May 16

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Brian Johnson, previously seen in Clamour's "ZONA," "THE GHOST OF GREENBRIER" and "CABARET & CABERNET," will take on the role of Green Cove Spring's own Dr. Joseph … more

For Clay Today | 5/9/24

Flagler College, located in St. Augustine

Thirteen from Clay County earn degrees from Flagler College

ST. AUGUSTINE – More than 500 students, including 13 from Clay County, celebrated their graduation from Flagler College on Sunday, May 5. F or many of these graduates, it will be their first time … more

For Clay Today | 5/9/24

Fleming Island’s Laird inducted into Phi Kappa Phi

BATON ROUGE, La. – N aomi Laird of Fleming Island was recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society. … more

For Clay Today | 5/9/24

Keystone Women’s Club, Kiwanis successfully outfit 98 girls

KEYSTONE HEIGHTS – In a tremendously successful community program, 98 girls said Yes! to the Dress last week ahead of the sixth-grade dance, prom, spring flings and graduation during a free … more

5/2/24

Ridgeview’s NJROTC Cadet Walker attends Basic Leadership Academy

ORANGE PARK – Raelynn Walker recently was one of only four girls chosen to be cadres at the U.S. Naval Academy’s Inspire Program. At the three-day program, Walker was handpicked to represent … more

5/2/24

Women’s Excursion Day at Silver Needle & Thread on May 9

ORANGE PARK – Everyone is invited to Women’s Excursion Day on May 9 from 2-7 p.m. at the Silver Needle and Thread at 1580 Wells Road, Suite 31. Photography work by Kakki Fant will be on display. … more

5/2/24

Fortis College to host open house for National Nurses Week

ORANGE PARK – In honor of National Nurses Week, Fortis College in Orange Park is celebrating its nursing students by hosting an open house on Tuesday, May 7, at 11 a.m. This event offers a … more

5/2/24

Garden Club of Orange Park invites public to open house tours

ORANGE PARK – The Garden Club invites the public to Open House tours held on Thursday afternoons throughout May at 4 p.m. at 1820 Smith St. The building will be open until 6 p.m. each day. Members … more

5/2/24

School District hosting Job Fair Monday at Fleming Island High

FLEMING ISLAND – If you’re looking for a career, update your resume and be at Fleming Island High on Monday between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. for the Clay County District Schools Job Fair. Principals … more

5/2/24

Ponte Vedra's Oliver Martin is the 2024 Wolfson Children’s Bass Tournament AmBASSador

Wolfson Children’s Hospital Bass Tournament celebrates 35 years of fishing, philanthropy

PALATKA – Wolfson Children’s Hospital Bass Tournament is accepting registrations for this year’s tournament. The popular event, which attracted 940 anglers and raised more than $436,000, … more

For Clay Today | 4/25/24

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