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Clay County Special Olympics turn in golden performance at state games

CLAY COUNTY – About 30 athletes represented Clay County at the Florida State Special Olympic Games at Lake Buena Vista last weekend, and several came home with gold, silver and bronze … more

For Clay Today | 5/25/22

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Conviva Discusses Stress Awareness and Coping for Seniors

Stress. It’s everywhere. Termed a “national mental health crisis” by the American Psychological Association, stress gained national attention in 1983 when Time magazine called it … more

Conviva | 5/25/22

Clay High student recalls third-place finish at state science fair

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Robotics is a complex field and the benefit of assisting people – whether it’s lifting heavy items, disposing of hazardous waste or supporting what people eat – does seem … more

By Nick Blank nick@claytodayonline.com | 5/18/22

County looks forward to large-scale broadband expansion

CLAY COUNTY – Comcast’s plan to provide underserved areas of the county with the internet is beginning to take shape. The Board of Clay County Commissioners unanimously approved an agreement … more

By Nick Blank nick@claytodayonline.com | 5/18/22

Food, music, rain highlights first BBQ & Hot Sauce Festival

ORANGE PARK – Organizers of the BBQ & Hot Sauce Festival battled against two unbeatable challenges last weekend at the Orange Park Mall – Mother Nature and Morris Day’s … more

5/18/22

College Briefs 5/19/22

Fleming Island’s Gerri Williams earns Hofstra diplomaHEMPSTEAD, N.Y. – Gerri Williams, of Fleming Island, recently graduated from Hofstra University, earning an MA in Health Law and … more

5/18/22

Clerk All-Star: Amber Leininger

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Amber Leininger, a Senior Staff Accountant, who consistently impacts our office in positive ways, was selected as the Clay County Clerk of Court and Comptroller’s Office … more

For Clay Today | 5/18/22

Maintaining Calm Amid Chaos: Families Pack ‘Go Bags’ to be Ready for Natural Disasters

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – “The worst time to prepare is when a disaster strikes,” said Clay County resident Moises Osorio. As a husband and father of two, Moises shared that “you want to be ready … more

For Clay Today | 5/18/22

Life Care Center of Orange Park nurse wins photo contest award

ORANGE PARK – Life Care Center of Orange Park nurse won the third-place award in Florida Health Care Association 2022 Long Term Care Photo Contest with her picture “Dancing Away the COVID … more

For Clay Today | 5/18/22

The Granary preaches health food, community message in ornate building

ORANGE PARK – An elegant house from the 1880s that recalls the early days of Kingsley Avenue is home to a health food store that has been advocating healthy living for more than 40 … more

By Nick Blank nick@claytodayonline.com | 5/18/22

VyStar launches high school debit card program to support area schools

CLAY COUNTY – VyStar Credit Union announced today the launch of its High School Debit Card Give Back Program, which provides financial support to the 18 area high schools, including Fleming Island, … more

For Clay Today | 5/18/22

Middleburg High artist to be featured at U.S. Capitol

MIDDLEBURG – A Middleburg High school senior will have one of her art pieces hung at the U.S. Capitol after winning a national contest. Kamryn Wright plans on attending the University of South … more

By Nick Blank nick@claytodayonline.com | 5/18/22

Final beam in place for new HCA Florida Middleburg ER

MIDDLEBURG – HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital brought together local EMS, elected officials, caregivers and other community stakeholders Tuesday to make their mark on the final metal beam that will … more

For Clay Today | 5/18/22

San Jose Schools to open charter high school near Oakleaf

JACKSONVILLE – San Jose Schools will open a new charter high school on the Westside as of August 2022. Construction is underway for a new high school campus to serve students in grades 9-12. It … more

For Clay Today | 5/18/22

Commissioners make changes in ordinances to protect pets

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Commissioners are working to improve the living conditions and quality of life for pets in Clay County through recent revisions to the Animal Services Ordinance No. 2022-14, … more

5/18/22

Green Cove Springs’ Allen promises memorable RiverFest fireworks show

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – As a life-long resident of Green Cove Springs, Ryan Allen knows how much Memorial Day RiverFest means to the county. That’s why he said this year’s fireworks show will … more

By Don Coble don@claytodayonline.com | 5/18/22

Community Briefs 5/19/22

Ascension St. Vincent’s, Clay recreation to host Summer Youth Camp in JuneMIDDLEBURG – Ascension St. Vincent’s and Clay Park and Recreation Department will offer a Summer Youth … more

For Clay Today | 5/18/22

‘Space to Breathe’ Offers resources to women veterans

CLAY COUNTY – Northeast Florida Women Veterans is looking to return to Clay County following the COVID-19 pandemic. The organization provides tools for women veterans such as housing assistance, … more

By Nick Blank nick@claytodayonline.com | 5/18/22

Commissioners make changes in ordinances to protect pets

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Commissioners are working to improve the living conditions and quality of life for pets in Clay County through recent revisions to the Animal Services Ordinance No. 2022-14, … more

5/18/22

Police Briefs 5/19/22

CCSO: Man busted for selling drugs to undercover deputyMIDDLEBURG – A Jacksonville man was arrested on May 11 for selling $700 worth of drugs to an undercover deputy with the Clay County … more

Clay County Sheriff's Office | 5/18/22

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