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VA Healthcare Services committed to timely, high-quality, safe medical care

By David Isaacks VA Executive Health System Director As a fellow veteran, I know what it means to serve, which is … more

By David Isaacks VA Executive Health System Director | 7/13/22

Passport to travel from COVID-19 lockdowns

(Possible breakout box) Passport to travel from COVID-19 lockdowns Clerk’s office sees uptick in travel document requests By Don Coble don@claytodayonline.com GREEN COVE SPRINGS – … more

By Don Coble don@claytodayonline.com | 7/13/22

Aging True keeps seniors educated, entertained and healthy

KEYSTONE HEIGHTS – Keystone Heights Senior Center is a part of Aging True, which is a non-profit charitable organization that helps seniors live independently. The center offers Zumba, craft … more

By Natalie Gilstrap For Clay Today | 7/13/22

Clay Commissioners receive positive economic overview

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – The county’s business community never sleeps. At Tuesday night’s county commission meeting, Economic Development Corporation President Crawford Powell briefed officials … more

By Nick Blank nick@claytodayonline.com | 7/13/22

Bring on the Kingfish!

JACKSONVILLE - I was only inquiring about the media protocol to cover the upcoming Greater Jacksonville Kingfish Tournament (July 15-20) when I was invited to be a part of the Wed., July 10 Media Day … more

By Randy Lefko Sports Editor | 7/13/22

Bouyed by faith, Chamberlains hope to expand services at Salvation Army

MIDDLEBURG – Mike Chamberlain remembered being a child and spending six weeks in a campground. To him in was an adventure. In reality, his family was homeless. “I just enjoy the campground,” … more

By Don Coble don@claytodayonline.com | 7/13/22

Keystone council readies plan for new elementary to school board

The Keystone Heights City Council was told of plans to remodel Keystone Heights Elementary ahead of a presentation to the Clay County District Schools during last Monday’s monthly … more

By Don Coble don@claytodayonline.com | 7/13/22

Cliff Avril returns home to ‘bring families, community together’

MIDDLEBURG – Cliff Avril took every opportunity to sign autographs and shake hands and hug visitors to Paul C. Armstrong Park last Sunday as part of his Family Fun Day. Following a two-year break … more

7/13/22

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

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