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Watchers party as Caeleb Dressel wins 100 butterfly at Olympic trials

INDIANAPOLIS – Caeleb Dressel won the 100-meter butterfly at the U.S. Olympic swimming trials Saturday night, and the Clay High graduate was cheered on by friends, family and fans at a Watch … more

Clay Today staff | 6/23/24

BASCA's campus at Orange Park is located at 352 Stowe Ave.

BASCA's 30-year anniversary celebrates its 'forever homes'

ORANGE PARK — BASCA CEO Patrick Kennedy gave Clay Today a house tour of a property located on Old Jennings Road, the permanent home for seven with disabilities. The home was … more

Jack Randall,
jack@claytodayonline.com | 6/20/24

Players from around the state said the Clay County Regional Sports Complex was the best they've seen in years.

New Sports Regional Complex meets, if not exceeds, expectations

MIDDLEBURG — Taxpayers were told that if they helped pay for the Clay County Regional Sports Complex, teams from around the country would come to use the facility, and they’d be repaid when … more

By Don Coble don@claytodayonline.com | 6/20/24

Health officials found a similar blue-green algae bloom at Doctors Lake in July of last year.

Health alert: Toxic blue-green algae at Doctors Lake

DOCTORS INLET — The Florida Department of Health Clay County issued a health alert for harmful blue-green algae toxins in Doctors Lake based on samples taken on June 11. Water … more

For Clay Today | 6/20/24

From left, Director Junior Ashwood, Danielle Williams, Mike Trnka, George Smith, Felecia Blackshear and Dean Phillippi Sr.

‘Rights of a Father’ highlights conversation of pro life/choice

JACKSONVILLE — “Rights of a Father,” a film featuring a fictional court case set in Clay County and filmed at the historic 1890 Clay County Courthouse , was premiered at the Ritz Theatre … more

Jack Randall,
jack@claytodayonline.com | 6/20/24

Christian Evangelista, Senior Business Consulting Coordinator

Evangelista new business consultant for Clay's Small Business Development Center at UNF

ORANGE PARK — The Florida Small Business Development Center at the University of North Florida (Florida SBDC at UNF) is pleased to announce the promotion of Christian Evangelista to … more

For Clay Today | 6/20/24

U.S. Rep. Aaron Bean addresses the House Committee on Education and the Workforce

Rep. Aaron Bean: 'Schools are for education, not espionage'

WASHINGTON, D.C. — To address the aggressive and systematic threats from foreign adversaries, Chairman of the Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education Subcommittee, U.S. … more

For Clay Today | 6/20/24

The fast-track program at Jacksonville Executive at Craig Airport includes hands-on training in a Cirrus SR20.

SJR State College offering fast-track pilot program

ORANGE PARK — In partnership with Jax Beach Aviation, St. Johns River State College will launch a fast-track pilot program at the Jacksonville Executive at Craig Airport this fall … more

For Clay Today | 6/20/24

St. Johns River State College is located at 283 College Dr., Orange Park

SJR State College wants to hear from alums; offering new students five new courses

ORANGE PARK — Chances are that your friends, neighbors and countless local professionals are St. Johns River State College graduates. Many have forged ahead to become pillars of our … more

For Clay Today | 6/20/24

Sharon Flowers to focus on students, teachers, parents working together

CLAY COUNTY — Sharon E. Flowers believes education should be a collaboration between a student, teacher and parents. Along with classmates, educators and parents, everyone can create a … more

By Don Coble don@claytodayonline.com | 6/20/24

Guitars for Kids keeps rockin' at annual Juneboree

GREEN COVE SPRINGS — Paul Wane thought there was no greater joy than seeing a smile on a child’s face when he hands them an instrument as part of his Rising Stars: Guitars for Kids program. … more

By Don Coble don@claytodayonline.com | 6/20/24

Robert Alvero escaped Cuba believing in freedom, education

CLAY COUNTY — After a vicious raid on his home by the Cuban government, Robert Alvero was left with no other options. He took off from a boat and fled the island. He secured political … more

Jack Randall,
jack@claytodayonline.com | 6/20/24

Did you know

Clay Today will test your knowledge weekly and provide interesting facts on various topics. This week, somebody needs to buy a map. Seeing the car at the stop light with a sticker from Nissan of … more

6/20/24

The new interfacility transport service will supplement the work of our local first responders by allowing ALS-certified EMTs and paramedics to transport Orange Park Hospital patients between its hospital and freestanding emergency departments.

Orange Park Hospital launches interfacility transport services

ORANGE PARK — HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital launched its interfacility transport services on Monday, June 17, at its Blessing of the Fleet. Team members and first responders gathered to … more

For Clay Today | 6/20/24

CCSO: Man arrested for not telling partner he had HIV

MIDDLEBURG – A 35-year-old man was arrested after the Clay County Sheriff’s Office said he intentionally had sex with someone without notifying them he was infected with the HIV virus. Andre Aziz … more

6/20/24

Woman suspected of being twice over DUI limit crashes with child in car

MIDDLEBURG – A woman who crashed in a construction zone on County Road 218 on June 15 was arrested after the Clay County Sheriff’s Office said she more than doubled the legal limit of … more

6/20/24

The pool at Camp Chowenwaw is open daily throughout the summer.

Camp Chowenwaw pool open all summer

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Now that summer is here, the best way to escape the heat is to stay submerged in cool water. The swimming pool at Camp Chowenwaw is open daily. The fee is nominal : $3 for … more

For Clay Today | 6/20/24

School and sports physicals will be offered on Saturday between 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. at Hunter-Douglas Park at 4227 Longmire Road in Middleburg.

County, Ascension St. Vincent’s offering free school, sports physicals

MIDDLEBURG — Most of the hard work behind a championship is done during the offseason, including a sports physical. That’s why Clay County Parks and Recreation is partnering with Ascension St. … more

By Kyla Woodard
kyla@claytodayonline.com | 6/20/24

Dunbar High students reunite for the first time in six years

GREEN COVE SPRINGS—The historical Dunbar High School's graduating students talked, laughed, and reminisced at their class reunion last Friday and Saturday. “What we are trying to do is to … more

By Kyla Woodard
kyla@claytodayonline.com | 6/20/24

Almost 15 years after the tragedy, Diena Thompson reflects on Somer's legacy. Once a place of unspeakable tragedy, the mother finds peace at a place where she knows Somer's legacy will live forever.

Somer's Garden: Transforming evil to a safe place of peace, happiness

ORANGE PARK — When Diena Thompson was given the keys to 1152 Gano Ave., she decided to burn it down. As she threw the match in, she watched for hours as the house disappeared forever. … more

By Kyla Woodard
kyla@claytodayonline.com | 6/20/24

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