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With fatherhood comes great deal of responsibility

The chances of a child being successful increase in households with a father or father figure.

CLAY COUNTY – As a father of seven, Yul Johnson knows Father’s Day isn’t just about getting a new tie, being served breakfast in bed or finding a new putter in the golf bag. It’s about being …

'A gift to give and receive'

CLAY COUNTY — There is no linear path to forgiveness. That’s something that Saul Alcineus Jr. said he’s seen and experienced himself. “Forgiveness is something a lot of people struggle …

Sheriff Cook addresses concerns about Boater Skip Day

GREEN COVE SPRINGS — Clay County Sheriff Michelle Cook took the time to address citizens' concerns regarding Boater Skip Day at Tuesday’s Board of County Commissioners meeting. The …

Uncovering the indifference, overgrowth of Pleasant Point Cemetery

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – The project started during Christmas break and was supposed to take a month or two to complete. But the deeper Scoutmaster Richard Knoff and Troop 577 dug into Pleasant Point …

Update: CR 220 Waffle House now open

DOCTORS INLET — Yes, the news that many of you have been waiting for. The new Waffle House on County Road 220 is now open and ready for business. The breakfast restaurant officially began …

Keystone Heights explores water, museum and crime

The City of Keystone Heights discussed water quality improvements, the Heritage Museum, and crime on Monday, June 9, at its monthly council meeting. Mayor Nina Rodenroth led the way during the …

YMCA's Daystar celebrates 25 years of making a difference

ORANGE PARK — Twenty-five years ago, the Dye Clay Family YMCA welcomed a new addition that would surely live up to its name. Ahead of its time, the 2,400 square-foot building made a large …

Teen shot at Orange Park Athletic Association fields

ORANGE PARK – A juvenile was shot at the Orange Park Athletic Association on Tuesday afternoon and transported to HCA Florida Orange Park, the Orange Park Police Department reported. The injuries …

Green Cove Rotary supports local nonprofit organizations

PENNEY FARMS – The Rotary Club of Green Cove Springs disbursed money from its community fund following a recent charitable drive to four deserving nonprofit organizations during its weekly meeting …

CCSO SWAT, negotiators peacefully end four-hour standoff

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Clay County Sheriff’s Office negotiators and SWAT team members successfully defused a four-hour standoff Tuesday after a man was reportedly firing shots on Cold Stream Lane. …

CCSO needs help identifying human remains found in St. Johns River

FLEMING ISLAND – The Clay County Sheriff’s Office needs help identifying the human remains found May 7 on the bulkhead of the St. Johns River at Creighton Road and U.S. Highway 17, south of the …

Ridgeview graduate Alex Romer is assigned to ARSS, which provides initial aviation water survival training and CPR qualification to all pre-flight student naval aviators.

Ridgeview’s Romer serves with U.S. Navy Elite Rescue Swimmers

PENSACOLA – Airman Apprentice Alex Romer, a 2024 graduate of Ridgeview High, is serving in the U.S. Navy assigned to Aviation Rescue Swimmer School (ARSS) where the next generation of Aviation …

Consignment shop closed

Lux Upscale Resale Boutique, located at 3535 U.S. Highway 17 in Westover Station on Fleming Island, closed down in late May. Shop owner Erica Burks shared an "Important Announcement from Lux" for …

SaferWatch will now pay tipsters who give information leading to significant advances in a CCSO case or an arrest.

SaferWatch users now rewarded for tips leading to arrests

FLEMING ISLAND — The Clay County Sheriff's Office announced on Thursday, June 5, a new partnership with the SaferWatch app that could mean a significant reward for tipsters. During a press …

OP town council explores $16.9 million project

ORANGE PARK — Plans for the new Johnson Slough project saw opposition from concerned residents at Tuesday’s town council meeting. The $16.9 million project aims to make roadway and bridge …

Theme park design contest launched

From the thrill rides and performances to the shops and restaurants, every element of a theme park experience is crafted with intention. Now, a new competition hopes to find the designers of the …

The 18th hole is a great way to finish a round before relaxing at the Hibernia Pub.

Fleming Island to keep golf course open during summer

FLEMING ISLAND – The tees were full, and the cart barn was empty on Monday, June 2, at Fleming Island Golf Club. Not bad for a club that was scheduled to be closed for months of maintenance. …

Orange Park support group boxes for health

ORANGE PARK — When you walk through the doors of Smiley Academy of Martial Arts at 2 p.m. every Sunday, you will always find a group of individuals determined to turn their pain into power. …

The proposed project will take place between Plainfield Avenue and River Road and include a half-mile of road rehabilitation.

OP residents review future Blake Avenue project

ORANGE PARK — The town gave residents a sneak peek into a potential new look for Blake Avenue on Wednesday, May 28. From 5:30 to 7 p.m., residents were welcome to drop in and review concept …

Elks Lodge 1892 awards three scholarships

Congratulations are extended to three Clay County High School graduates: Gloriannie Sanchez, Abigail Wilson and Dylan Collins. These seniors were selected from a possible 30 applicants to receive a …

Cleanup on CR 220: Collision forces delays for two hours

MIDDLEBURG – An accident between a Kroger delivery truck and an SUV at the intersection of Breckenridge Boulevard and County Road 220 on Tuesday morning sent at least one person to the hospital and …

RiverFest brings community together

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Memorial Day RiverFest become a tradition with local veterans and families throughout Northeast Florida. The City began the festival every year with an Opening Ceremony where …

Lake Asbury student Landon Cartwright was surprised with a pep rally as part of Dreams Come True, a nonprofit dedicated to fulfilling the dreams of children with life-threatening medical conditions.

Lake Asbury Junior student's dream comes true at pep rally

LAKE ASBURY— As 15-year-old Landon Cartwright walked through the gym doors of Lake Asbury Junior High School on Thursday, May 29, he was a rock star. Literally. With the sounds of his …

What family-friendly events can we look forward to this summer?

From movie nights and painting parties to bounce houses and nature, there are a number of fun, family-friendly events to look forward to this summer season. Here are a few that will be coming …

Clay County Sheriff's Office investigators never stop looking for the clue that might solve a cold case.

Never forget: Cold case investigators undaunted

CLAY COUNTY – For more than 35 years, the file had been handled by other detectives at the Green Cove Springs Police Department before Det. Cora Milliken took over the cold case four months ago. …

County continues search for Oakleaf Library architect

GREEN COVE SPRINGS — Various plans for the future Oakleaf Library were heard at Tuesday’s Board of County Commissioners meeting. Board members listened to the presentations of its top five …

Emergency crews blocked the roadway while providing aid and investigating the crash shortly after midnight Thursday.

FHP: Man killed when driver runs stop sign at SR 100

KEYSTONE HEIGHTS – A 58-year-old man was killed early Thursday when a driver from Keystone Heights ran a stop sign at Sunrise Boulevard and State Road 100, the Florida Highway Patrol reported. …

Class of 2025: Oakleaf High School

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