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Since 1988, Challenge Enterprises said they've distributed nearly $50 million in wages to individuals with disabilities, including almost $3.6 million in 2024.

Challenge Enterprises celebrates National Disability Employment Awareness Month

GREEN COVE SPRINGS —"America works best when all Americans work." That's a quote that Challenge Enterprises continues to live by. And to celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month, … more

By Kyla Woodard
kyla@claytodayonline.com | 11/2/25

11-year-old girl hospitalized after being hit by school bus

MIDDLEBURG – An 11 -year-old girl on an electric scooter was hospitalized with serious injuries after she was struck by a school bus on Friday, Oct. 31 . According to the Florida Highway … more

Clay Today staff | 11/1/25

Clay County Sheriff's Office deputies check to ensure the driver has a valid license, registration and current insurance before releasing them. The process took about 45 seconds.

CCSO: Driver’s license checkpoint about traffic, not profiling

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Despite the best efforts from a group who tried to spin the Clay County Sheriff’s Office’s driver’s license checkpoint into something other than a tool to manage traffic … more

By Don Coble don@claytodayonline.com | 11/1/25

Charles Raulerson right after Hibernia Pub opened

Enjoy cold beer, good food, piece of history at Hibernia Pub

FLEMING ISLAND – The island’s most prominent historical family and namesake, the Flemings, cover the walls and tables of the Hibernia Pub, the revamped Irish bar and restaurant at the Fleming … more

By Clay Today staff | 11/1/25

Every holiday, Jim Weatherford, who lives on Plainfield Avenue, decorates his yard with eye-catching displays that tell a story.

Halloween is more than a holiday for the Weatherfords

ORANGE PARK – When Jim Weatherford isn't working his full-time job, he's thinking of ways to spruce up his front yard and bring the community together. For Halloween, he decided on letting guests … more

By Kyla Woodard
kyla@claytodayonline.com | 10/31/25

Oscar-winning filmmaker and Middleburg High graduate Drew Lewis Brown will be hosting a community benefit to help raise $100,000 for his new film "Baby Tooth."

Middleburg director to host fundraiser for debut film 'Baby Tooth'

JACKSONVILLE —Oscar-winning filmmaker, adjunct professor and Middleburg High graduate Drew Lewis Brown is returning home to Jacksonville on Nov. 6 with big plans in store for the local area. Brown … more

By Kyla Woodard
kyla@claytodayonline.com | 10/31/25

GCS Police Department: Trunk or Treat was 'Spooktacular'

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – The Green Cove Springs Police Department described its Trunk or Treat as “spook tacular.” While it may not be a word, it seemed to fit after nearly 4,000 costumed children … more

STAFF PHOTOS BY DON COBLE | 10/31/25

It’s time to like Boston butts from Vineyard Transitional Center

CLAY COUNTY – It’s time to pre-order Boston Butts from The Vineyard Transitional Center as construction on the new facility enters its second stage. A fully smoked Boston butt costs $40, and … more

10/31/25

Fleming Island’s Hector Bustos appointed to Clay County Court

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Hector Bustos was appointed to serve as Judge on the Clay County Court on Thursday, Oct. 30, by Gov. Ron DeSantis. Bustos has served as an Assistant . State Attorney for … more

For Clay Today | 10/30/25

Fleming Island Library: Books and more!

The Fleming Island Library is a community staple, located at 1895 Town Center Boulevard. But did you know that they offer more than just books and air conditioning? Here’s … more

10/30/25

The Island Theater is located at 1860 Town Hall Circle.

The show never ends at Spotlight Center, Island Theater

FLEMING ISLAND- As the premier destination for dinner shows, Broadway-style performances and youth summer camps, you will never miss a beat when it comes to fun things to do on the island. The … more

By Kyla Woodard
kyla@claytodayonline.com | 10/30/25

Make sure to always use glow sticks, reflective tape or flashlights for children who will be out after dark.

Trick or treat? How to stay safe this Halloween

CLAY COUNTY - Oct. 31 is around the corner. And you know what that means. Pumpkin carving, scary movies, creepy costumes, empty candy aisles and ghastly guests. … more

By Kyla Woodard
kyla@claytodayonline.com | 10/30/25

The Palmetto House to host kickoff plans, financial progress report

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – The Palmetto Community Development Corporation invites the public to its first kickoff to hear about the plans and financial progress for The Palmetto House project, meet … more

For Clay Today | 10/30/25

District IV Director Steve Davies surprised Carolyn Warren with a copy of The Florida Gardner fall issue which features a photograph of a dragonfly Carolyn had submitted with her article about these insects. To Carolyn's left is Florida Federation of Garden Club's President, Christy Linke.

Garden Club of OP hosts District IV FFGC meeting

ORANGE PARK—The member clubs of District IV, Florida Federation of Garden Clubs, met at the Holiday Inn & Suites on Wells Road on Friday, Oct. 17, hosted by the Garden Club of Orange Park. The … more

By Susan Brecht, Publicity Chairman | 10/30/25

18-year-old killed in head-on collision at Clay High

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – An 18-year-old driving the wrong way on State Road 16 was killed shortly be fore school started at Clay High on Wednesday, Oct. 22, in a head-on collision , the Florida Highway … more

Clay Today staff | 10/27/25

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity’s free health fair benefits community

MIDDLEBURG – The Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, in conjunction with St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church, provided residents with free health information recently at Hunter Douglas Recreation Center. … more

Clay Today staff | 10/27/25

Palagio’s Pendley celebrates 103 years of life

ORANGE PARK— Affectionately known as “Super G,” Eleanor Pendley celebrated her 103rd birthday on Sunday, Oct. 26. Pendley had a lot to commemorate and a host of special loved ones to help her … more

For Clay Today | 10/26/25

From left. essay winner Stella Waswick, council member Glee Glisson, Emma Ratterree, Darren Stutts, Abigayle Young, Mayor Matt Johnson, Seth Bailey, Cheri Starnes and Sailor Thompson.

Green Cove Springs salutes retirement of Sgt. Chris Hess

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – T he city council passed two essential ordinances that give the city the right to disco nnect water for illegal hookups , and it agreed to lease a portion of City Hall to the … more

By Don Coble don@claytodayonline.com | 10/24/25

Jared Kiep took the oath of office from Fire Chief John Contestabile in front of council, family, friends and residents on Tuesday.

Kiep sworn in for duty in Orange Park

ORANGE PARK -The Orange Park Fire Department's newest firefighter was sworn in for duty at Tuesday's town council meeting. Jared Kiep took the oath from Orange Park Fire Chief John Contestabile in … more

By Kyla Woodard
kyla@claytodayonline.com | 10/24/25

Fleming Island High cheer team to host Golf Night fundraiser

FLEMING ISLAND - Fleming Island High Cheer will be hosting their first annual Golf Night on Tuesday, Oct. 28. Guests are invited to come out and "par-tee" with an evening of fun, food and … more

For Clay Today | 10/23/25

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