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CCSO Explorer Post earn several state awards

CLAY COUNTY – The Clay County Sheriff’s Office Explorer Post 987 recently competed in a Florida Sheriff’s Explorers Association Summer State Delegates Competition. The Clay team consisted of … more

7/6/22

School board tackles books, energy savings and outgoing staff

FLEMING ISLAND – The recent school board meeting saw a national issue converge with Clay County when leaders debated the content of students’ reading material. Two speakers were about to read … more

By Nick Blank nick@claytodayonline.com | 7/6/22

Crossing guards do more than walk children across intersection

CLAY COUNTY – They are many things to many people. To the driver in a rush, they are a hindrance. To the community in which they live and serve, they are the helpers. To the students that they … more

Submitted from Clay County Sheriff’s Office | 7/6/22

Food scientist explains kombucha’s growing appeal, how it’s made

CLAY COUNTY – Kombucha, a fizzy drink made from fermented tea, used to be found only at specialty stores. But today, many grocery stores carry an array of kombucha products. Both consumers and … more

By Samantha Murray UF/IFAS Extension | 7/6/22

City Council green lights Palmetto Trail bid

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Council members approved the bid from a Jacksonville-based firm for the Palmetto Trail Project, at more than $1.5 million at Tuesday night’s general council meeting. The … more

By Nick Blank nick@claytodayonline.com | 7/6/22

Monarch butterfly, bees support milkweed plant pollination

ORANGE PARK – The Monarch Butterfly’s only host plant is milkweed. A host plant is one that insects rely on to complete their evolutionary life cycle. There are three important reasons the … more

By Carolyn Warren Birds, Bees and Butterflies Garden Club of Orange Park Chairman | 7/6/22

School District sets guidelines for free/reduced prices lunches, breakfasts

CLAY COUNTY – The Federal COVID-19 waivers we have been operating under for the past two years have expired. To receive free or reduced meals, parents now will need to complete an application. … more

For Clay Today | 7/6/22

Moosehaven welcomes back red, white and blue for Fourth

ORANGE PARK – Moosehaven and the Town of Orange Park hosted its Fourth of July celebration Monday night, the first since the COVID-19 pandemic. At 6 p.m. crowds streamed into the riverfront … more

By Nick Blank nick@claytodayonline.com | 7/6/22

Clay County to share in more than $3 million in awards to support military communities

TALLAHASSEE – Gov. Ron DeSantis announced more than $3 million in awards to military communities through the Defense Infrastructure Grant Program, the Defense Reinvestment Grant Program, and the … more

For Clay Today | 7/6/22

Pair of District 5 school board candidates ready for race

CLAY COUNTY – The Clay County District School District board race encompassing Green Cove Springs and Lake Asbury is up for grabs with a two-term incumbent and a newcomer vying for the … more

By Nick Blank nick@claytodayonline.com | 7/6/22

Animal Services partners with Petco Love Lost to bring lost pets home

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Clay County Animal Services is partnering with Petco Love on a shared mission to help reunite lost pets with their families should they ever go missing. To help families … more

For Clay Today | 7/6/22

Organizations combine to send students, teachers back to school with supplies

CLAY COUNTY – The first day of school is a month away. That doesn’t leave many students and teachers a lot of time to get ready. That’s why several organizations currently are working to … more

By Don Coble don@claytodayonline.com | 7/6/22

Clay County Animal Services is partnering with Petco Love to bring lost pets home

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Clay County Animal Services is partnering with Petco Love on a shared mission to help reunite lost pets with their families should they ever go missing. To … more

6/30/22

Don’t let food poisoning ruin your holiday BBQ cookout

CLAY COUNTY – Whether you’re hosting or attending a barbecue four the Fourth of July, avoid bringing foodborne illness to the party, said a University of Florida food safety … more

By Samantha Murray UF/IFAS Extension | 6/29/22

After the pandemic, Jehovah’s Witnesses resume public ministry

ORANGE PARK – If you happen to be in the area at the Kingsley Avenue River Overlook Park this week, you may notice that a pre-pandemic fixture is back on the sidewalks: smiling faces standing next … more

For Clay Today | 6/29/22

Mercy Support Services launches Heart for Mercy Experience Challenge

ORANGE PARK – Mercy will kick off their summer peer-to-peer “Heart for Mercy Experience Challenge” with an informational ice cream social at Mercy’s Offices. This campaign is designed to … more

6/29/22

County to review Haller Airpark issue again

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Airplanes and people have to coexist, and the issue near Haller Airpark is no different. Airports were a key topic of discussion at a county workshop Tuesday morning where … more

By Nick Blank nick@claytodayonline.com | 6/29/22

Orange Park sets deadline to fill OP council vacancy

ORANGE PARK – Town council members are a step closer to filling Seat 1, vacated by Vice-Mayor Eddie Henley, who resigned on June 7. Henley resigned about 45 minutes into that meeting, citing … more

By Nick Blank nick@claytodayonline.com | 6/29/22

What’s happening in Tallahassee

Each month, Rep. Sam Garrison, whose District 18 includes Clay County, will provide updates on proposed and passed bills that affect the county.TALLAHASSEE – As your voice in Tallahassee, I … more

By Rep. Sam Garrison Republican, District 18 | 6/29/22

Find it in Florida: Shoppers can get tax-free savings by shopping locally

For Clay Today CLAY COUNTY – The Florida Retail Federation encourages Floridians to take advantage of the cost savings and shop local during the second annual Freedom Week Tax-Free Holiday. … more

6/29/22

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