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Keystone Heights man charged with brawling with 3 lawmen

MIDDLEBURG – After surveilling a residence on Plankton Drive on July 17, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit members saw a man leave in a car and not stop at the intersection … more

7/25/24

OP Man arrested for leaving child in car while he was in restaurant

MIDDLEBURG – After surveilling a residence on Plankton Drive on July 17, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit members saw a man leave in a car and not stop at the intersection … more

7/25/24

Middleburg drug raid leads to seizure of pills, cocaine, ammunition, firearms

MIDDLEBURG – After surveilling a residence on Plankton Drive on July 17, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit members saw a man leave in a car and not stop at the intersection … more

7/25/24

This was the preview of what Walnut Street would look like before construction started in February. Now it's a reality.

Walnut Street finally reopens in Green Cove Springs

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – The City is pleased to announce the reopening of Walnut Street from Palmetto to Orange Avenue after completing major construction and improvements. The newly … more

For Clay Today | 7/25/24

At Tuesday's meeting, the BCC voted 5-0 to maintain the county's current millage rate for the fiscal year 2024-2025.

BCC approves maximum property tax rate on first reading

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – At Tuesday’s meeting, the Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously to maintain the county’s current millage rate during the first reading for the fiscal year … more

By Kyla Woodard
kyla@claytodayonline.com | 7/25/24

The Town partnered with Builders Care of Northeast Florida, a faith-based nonprofit construction contractor whose mission is to provide affordable to no-cost construction services

Town of Orange Park completes 21 home improvements

ORANGE PARK — The Town of Orange Park completed repairs to 21 homes through its ARPA Builders Care Home Improvement Program this week. The program started in June 2022 using the American … more

For Clay Today | 7/25/24

Town attorney Jody Brooks, who succeeded Sam Garrison, will continue to provide legal counsel until Aug. 6.

Five law firms interviewed to be Orange Park's next Town Attorney

ORANGE PARK — The Town Council continued to its interviews with five law firms to select the next town attorney. It's an important position because the attorney's client is … more

Jack Randall,
jack@claytodayonline.com | 7/25/24

Organizations and representatives met at a roundtable to discuss county projects dealing with substance use disorder and mental health.

Substance Use Disorder meeting fostered discussion possible county projects

FLEMING ISLAND – To support the needs of people struggling with the trials of drug addiction and mental health, many local organizations have big project plans in the works. The Clay … more

By Kyla Woodard
kyla@claytodayonline.com | 7/25/24

More than 17,000 school supplies were collected and $1,600 raised from the two buses filled in Clay County and the one in Duval County.

Stuff the Bus collects 17,000 school supplies in Clay, Duval counties

ORANGE PARK — Stuff the Bus came to Clay County for the first time last week, and it was a huge success. Created by First Coast News for Duval County, it expanded to include Clay this year to the … more

Jack Randall,
jack@claytodayonline.com | 7/25/24

In 1958, WAPE was built by brothers Bill and Dan Brennan in Orange Park.

Still going 'ape:' The Mighty 690 and its Clay County legacy

ORANGE PARK - Sixty-six years ago, 25,000 watts of sound transmitted through the small town of Orange Park. The source of the sound was dubbed "The Radio Country Club." Playing all the hits that … more

By Kyla Woodard
kyla@claytodayonline.com | 7/25/24

Clay County leaders recently traveled to Lake Nona to look at sample Beep shuttles. The autonomous vehicles hold 11 passengers and move at a speed of 15 miles per hour.

County exploring the possibility of driverless vehicles

CLAY COUNTY — A group of county leaders is considering the feasibility of putting a computer behind the wheel for several proposed autonomous bus routes. Led by Chairman of the Board of … more

By Kyla Woodard
kyla@claytodayonline.com | 7/25/24

The Clay Education Foundation receives a $60,000 check, the first of three payments, from HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital.

Clay County Education Foundation awarded $180,000 total from HCA Florida

CLAY COUNTY—With a significant grant from the HCA Healthcare Foundation, HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital was pleased to present the Clay County Education Foundation with a grant of $60,000 over … more

For Clay Today | 7/25/24

Keystone Heights felon sentenced to five years for possessing ammunition

JACKSONVILLE – Chief U.S. District Judge Timothy J. Corrigan sentenced Allen Tereal Grimes, 34, of Keystone Heights, to five years in federal prison for possessing ammunition as a convicted … more

7/25/24

Middleburg drug raid leads to seizure of pills, cocaine, ammunition, firearms

MIDDLEBURG – After surveilling a residence on Plankton Drive on July 17, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit members saw a man leave in a car and not stop at the intersection of … more

7/25/24

Fugitive Friday

7/25/24

Lake Region Prosperity Partners to host CCSO, Condon, UF Health

KEYSTONE HEIGHTS – The Clay County Chamber’s Lake Region Prosperity Partners will host a unique opportunity for the community to network with Sheriff Michelle Cook, Clay County Sheriff’s Office … more

For Clay Today | 7/25/24

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Clay Today will test your knowledge weekly and provide interesting facts on various topics. Unknown tales. One of the most iconic dance routines is Carlton Banks’ dorky sway and twist from “The … more

7/25/24

HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital added the Pulse Field Ablation procedure, a treatment for AFib

Orange Park Hospital adds cutting-edge ablation procedure to treat AFib

ORANGE PARK – Orange Park Hospital introduced the Pulse Field Ablation procedure, a state-of-the-art treatment for atrial fibrillation. The innovative technology significantly advances cardiac … more

For Clay Today | 7/25/24

Keystone Heights man charged with brawling with 3 lawmen

ORANGE PARK – A Keystone Heights man was arrested on July 20 after an Orange Park Police Department officer and two Clay County Sheriff’s Office deputies said he fought with them while they tried … more

7/25/24

Dr. Jeffreen M. Hayes, filmed by cinematographer Jane Macedo Yang, at the Schomburg Center for Black Research.

Special screening of ‘Searching for Augusta Savage’ coming to City Hall

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – The City of Green Cove Springs, in partnership with Audacious Women and the Friends of Augusta Savage Arts and Community Center, is honored to announce a special screening of … more

For Clay Today | 7/25/24

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