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Sheriff’s office: Be vigilant against fraudsters

The Clay County Sheriff's Office warns you should never give your personal or financial information to anyone on the phone or through the internet.

CLAY COUNTY -– Most of us have received that text message, which made us do a double-take. It warned us of an unpaid toll charge and prompted us to log into our accounts and re-enter our credit …

Sheriff’s officer-involved shooting under investigation

The scene at Cobblestone at Eagle Harbor apartment complex on Tuesday afternoon.

FLEMING ISLAND – A woman was shot Tuesday when she had a gun when Clay County Sheriff’s Office deputies answered a call about a person threatening “suicide by law enforcement.” Sheriff …

County Fair photo gallery

A Monkey Mayhem character gazes toward other rides Friday during the Clay County Agricultural Fair at the fairgrounds in Green Cove Springs.

There were plenty of sights, sounds and aromas Friday during day two of the annual Clay County Agricultural Fair at the wind-swept fairgrounds. Puffy clouds provided an intermittent balm from the …

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Youth scope out future jobs at Career Fair

Michele McConner spoke about being an artist, showcasing her photography, painting and cake-decorating skills.

GREEN COVE SPRINGS — From holding a rare Megalodon tooth to stepping into oversized firefighter gear, local children learned much about where their future could lead them on March 27. …

Gunman kills 2 at FSU; suspect in custody

TALLAHASSEE -- Two people were fatally shot Thursday at Florida State University, according to the Leon County Sheriff's Office. The victims were not FSU students. The suspect in custody was …

Oakleaf singer places 2nd in Talent Hunt

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity hosted its Annual Talent Hunt Program on April 12. Kaelyn Newman of Oakleaf High School earned 2nd-place honors for her vocal rendition of " With You" from Ghost: The …

From left: First-place winner Carlee Raven, second-place winner Jessica Miller and third-place winner Trennis Miller.

Local talents shine during Star Search at fair

GREEN COVE SPRINGS — Although it was a cold and rainy Friday evening, that didn’t stop contestants from singing their hearts out at the Clay County Fair’s Star Search competition on April …

Children and adults alike became resident top hat chefs and eating connoisseurs for a healthy eating party on Saturday.

Sorority promotes nutrition with healthy eating party

ORANGE PARK — Children and adults alike became resident top hat chefs and healthy eating connoisseurs on Saturday, April 12. In a day of nutritious fun, the Pi Eta Omega Chapter of the Alpha …

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ORANGE PARK TOWN COUNCIL will meet on April 1 at 7 p.m. at Town Hall Council Chambers, 2042 Park Ave. GREEN COVE SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL will meet on April 1 at City Hall Council Chambers, 321 …

OP Senior Center welcomes spring with 'extravaganza'

ORANGE PARK - Rabbit ears, costumes and beautiful hats were in full effect at the Orange Park Senior Center's Spring Fling Extravaganza on Thursday, April 10. The day began with VIP Care (Better …

Clay farmers advocate for Farm Bill, trade, tax cuts

WASHINGTON — Clay County Farm Bureau member Tyler Davies visited with Florida’s congressional delegation earlier this month to discuss various federal policies that affect farmers and ranchers. …

Southern Brothers Flooring and Cabinets

Southern Brothers Flooring and Cabinets is a small family-owned business in the heart of Fleming Island on County Road 220 Suite 108, behind Chick-fil-A in the soon-to-be Aldi shopping plaza. …

Hines sworn in as police chief of GCS

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Promising the city manager, city council and residents, Shawn Hines said, “I'm not awesome, somebody needs to hold me accountable,” moments after being sworn in as the new …

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In a 3-1 vote, council members decided to allow the Orange Park Police Department to start working with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to perform enforcement within the town.

OP approves deal with ICE; residents criticize

ORANGE PARK — The Town of Orange Park will begin cracking down on illegal immigrants per an agreement approved on Tuesday. In a 3-1 vote, council members ultimately made the decision to allow the …

Ariya’s Act: Don't leave kids in locked cars

TALLAHASSEE – Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) Executive Director Dave Kerner, Department of Children and Families (DCF) Secretary Taylor Hatch, State Surgeon …

The non-profit organization is currently looking for host families for the upcoming school year.

Greenheart Exchange searches for more host families

CLAY COUNTY — As a new student at Orange Park High School, junior Azusa Yoshinura has been making the most of her experience. From joining book and culinary clubs to hitting the courts for a …

Animals abound at Belmore and vicinity

Don’t you love it when you go to a wildlife management area and see wildlife? Not trying to be ironic, but I’ve been to nature areas and seen nothing. On a recent visit to Belmore State …

From left, Karen McMillan, coordinator of Family and Community Engagement for Clay County District Schools, joined Student Volunteer of the Year Michael Golden of Keystone Heights, Senior Volunteer Ada Podolski at Ridgeview Elementary, Adult Volunteer Heather Smith at Middleburg Elementary and Superintendent David Broskie at the April 3 meeting.

Smiles for salaries

MIDDLEBURG – The hours are long; the pay is lousy. Actually, there is no pay. However, Heather Smith said working as a volunteer at Middleburg Elementary is better than sitting at home and doing …

Tasha Hyder, Clay County Agricultural Fair executive director, addresses questions during a press conference at the fairgrounds.

All is ‘fair’ when analyzing local events

It’s common knowledge the curtain came down Sunday at the latest Clay County Agricultural Fair. During the 11-day spectacle, various concerns wafted through the air like unwelcome pollen. Almost …

Fair share of goats galore

Clay High Future Farmer of America student Tyler Brock, left, and Keystone Heights High's Emily Cunningham have their hands full with a load of the goats while at the Clay County Agricultural Fair. …

Sheriff Michelle Cook said that cases with younger victims are especially prevalent in the county.

Leaders examine sex trafficking awareness

GREEN COVE SPRINGS — Human trafficking is one of the fastest-growing crimes globally, according to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime . Local leaders came together to discuss how it’s …

Wendell Davis was honored April 10 by Alumni Hall of Fame for University of Florida’s College of Health and Human Performance.

Davis inducted into UF hall of fame

Wendell Davis was inducted into the Alumni Hall of Fame for University of Florida’s College of Health and Human Performance on Friday, April 11. Family members were on hand to support him. Davis …

Easter Carnival on Saturday in Middleburg

SJR State College honors corrections cadets Cadets from the St. Johns River State College Criminal Justice Academy were recently recognized for completing the Florida Corrections Officer …

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