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Scoot to support The Vineyard Transitional Center's Saturday’s raffle

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Construction at The Vineyard Transitional Center is zipping along, and to push it across the finish line the nonprofit that helps 12 newly released inmates from the Clay County …

Grumpy’s finally serving 'Bad Mood Food' on Fleming Island

Former Florida Sen. Rob Bradley and current Florida Sen. Jennifer Bradley were one of the first customers during the soft opening of Grumpy's on East-West Parkway.

FLEMING ISLAND – Claude and Marie Hamel were the first to arrive at Grumpy’s Restaurant at the former Dick’s Wings and Grill on Monday, Oct. 12. In fact, they got there at 5 a.m. – nearly a …

Grumpy's now open on Fleming Island

Owner Dell Hoard Jr. checks with hungry customers to make sure everything all right during Grumpy's soft opening Friday on Fleming Island.

FLEMING ISLAND – Finally! The "Bad Mood Dude" is now serving its famous breakfast and lunch items at Grumpy's Restaurant. The long-awaited and highly anticipated restaurant at the former …

Community Briefs

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  Magnolia Point Women’s Club’s Designer Bag BINGO raises $6,500 GREEN COVE SPRINGS – The Magnolia Point Women's Club raised more than …
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  Celebrate America 250 with county on Oct. 14 at Historic Triangle GREEN COVE SPRINGS – The community is invited to the Clay County America …
- 7-Eleven celebrates grand opening of new Middleburg store
  
  MIDDLEBURG - The day was fueled with joy and celebration on Friday, Sept. 18, as the Middleburg 7-Eleven team cut the ribbon on their newest …
- Town of Orange Park approves final millage rate, budget for fiscal year
  
  ORANGE PARK — The Town of Orange Park adopted a 5.90 millage rate for the new fiscal year with a 5-0 vote on Tuesday evening. After weeks …

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Kight champions support, education as new interim CEO of Quigley House

Kight will help lead Quigley House as it continues to strengthen its programs and expand community awareness.

GREEN COVE SPRINGS — Since stepping into her new role, Katie Kight has plans to take the county's only certified domestic violence center to grand heights. That means continuing to break the …

Palms Medical Group to open Middleburg office in late October

MIDDLEBURG – Palms Medical Group will be opening a new primary care office in Middleburg on Thursday, Oct. 29. The office will be located at 2620 Blanding Blvd., and its hours of operation will be …

Waters Car Wash is located at 1785 Wells Road.

Waters Car Wash to offer free car washes for military, first responders on Nov. 9-11

CLAY COUNTY– In recognition of Veterans Day, Waters Car Wash is showing its appreciation for those who serve and protect our communities and country by offering complimentary car washes to …

Jaguars living on a prayer after last week’s lucky victory

On the positive side, Jacksonville’s 19-17 victory against Philadelphia on Sunday, Oct. 11, was the Jaguars’ 12 th in their last 13 regular season games dating back to Nov. 16, 2025. On the …

These five dancers from All-Starz Dance Studio in Orange Park will participate in the Nutcracker in December.

Young dancers to take the stage, achieve their dreams in the Nutcracker

ORANGE PARK — Nutcracker season is almost here. And for weeks, performers have been working hard on rehearsals and practices before they go on stage the weekend of Dec. 18 at the Times Union …

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BLACK CREEK METHODIST PUMPKIN PATCH will be through Oct. 31 at 3925 Main St., in Middleburg. Residents are encouraged to select their perfect pumpkin. Hours are 3:30-8 p.m., Monday through Friday; 10 …

Roasting a whole pig is one of the many traditions Lola's Filipino Cafe and Mini Store is celebrating Filipino American History Month.

Traditional Filipino cuisine, culture live at Orange Park café

ORANGE PARK – When you walk into Lola’s Filipino Cafe and Mini Store, you’re welcomed with the rich smell of fresh food, and a welcoming atmosphere that feels like home. That’s what Nino …

Northeast Florida housing sales slide again in September

While closed home sales fell in Northeast Florida, the median price for a single-family dwelling went up in most counties. September home sales saw a notable drop along the First Coast for the third …

Meet Your Candidates for District 2 County Commissioner

Editor's Note: All candidates in this race were invited to respond to each prompt in 175 words or less. The responses in this candidate forum are presented exactly as submitted by each candidate. …

Meet Your Candidates for Florida's 4th Congressional District

Editor's Note: All candidates in this race were invited to respond to each prompt in 175 words or less. The responses in this candidate forum are presented exactly as submitted by each candidate. …

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The General Election is Nov. 3 from 7 a.m.- 7 p.m. You must vote at your precinct. To find your precinct, visit clayelections.gov/election-information/precinct-finder.

Voting information, ballot amendments explained

CLAY COUNTY – Mail-in ballots have been sent, the last day to request a mail-in ballot is on Oct. 22, followed the next day with early voting, Oct 23-31, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. While the Nov. 3 …

Orange Park Elementary is the oldest school in Clay County, founded in 1927.

Fun-packed Fall Festival remains a staple at Orange Park Elementary

ORANGE PARK — Orange Park Elementary welcomed the first of many guests to their Fall Festival in 1939. There were a few booths, games and prizes. And they made a profit of $21.11. Yet, the …

There are several stages at the Orange Park Fall Festival, so the entertainment will continue from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

44th Orange Park Fall Festival set for Saturday, Sunday at Town Hall

ORANGE PARK – The Fall Festival, Clay County’s oldest and largest arts and crafts festival, will return to Town Hall Park this weekend. With more than 200 artists and vendors, and more than 30 …

The Middleburg High football team took the field in its rivalry game against Orange Park last Friday. The Broncos won 15-13 on Senior Night.

Weather, blowouts highlight Clay County football in Week 8

Week 8 of the high school football season featured as much lightning and rain as running and tackling. Three games – Oakleaf at Ocala Forest, Orange Park at Middleburg and Clay at Fleming …

Foundation Forward's Charter of Freedom now are on permanent display at the Historic Triangle in Green Cove Springs.

Clay County displays Charters of Freedom at Historic Triangle

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Clay County has become a permanent tribute to the documents and principles that helped shape the United States. Earlier this year, Clay County received a package from …

Orange Park Elementary’s Fall Festival pushed back to Oct. 23

ORANGE PARK – In an abundance of caution, the Orange Park Elementary Fall Festival was postponed from Friday, Oct. 9, to Friday, Oct. 23, from 4-7 p.m. The school decided to push back its annual …

One of many photo opportunities at Amazing Grace Family Farms.

All that’s good about fall: Crop mazes, corn cribs and pumpkins

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – As farmers, Justin and Kelly Mosley know one thing for certain: you can’t do anything about the weather. Despite a gloomy forecast and persistent drizzle, the 14 th Amazing …

The challenge on the Blockbuster hole on the pink course is to use two ropes on pullies to navigate a VHS tape with the golf ball attached to the cup at the top without letting it slip through a landmine of other holes.

Burlesons open two courses where they 'create memories'

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – There are no windmills, snapping alligator mouths, spinning barriers or volcanoes at Retro Putt Indoor Mini Golf. But you will find a zip line, pool table, drum set, basketball …

The event will be located at 2909 Barbara Lane.

Orange Park escape room, haunted trail to scare for a good cause

ORANGE PARK — The Halloween season has officially begun. And you know what that means: pumpkins, candy, costumes and ghostly company. Guess that means it's time to be prepared ... to be scared. In …

Bishop John Newman is celebrating 59 years as the pastor of Sunshine Holiness Church in Green Cove Springs.

Beloved Green Cove Springs pastor celebrates 59 years behind the pulpit

GREEN COVE SPRINGS — Ministry has always been a part of Bishop John Newman's life. For most of his adult years, he's always found a home behind the pulpit. It was a calling that he couldn't shake. …

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