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His life speaks
OAKLEAF - There is no linear path to grieving a loss.  For a loss as significant as Yolanda Osborne-Kohn’s, she is learning how to day by day.  On some days, Osborne-Kohn said she still … more
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John Odom and Albert Walker are the owners of Tough Guys Cookies and Sweets, a bakery that reimagines what it means to be a baker.
'Tough Guys' can bake, too
OAKLEAF — In a society where women are predominantly the ones by the oven, two men are aiming to turn that stigma around one cookie at a time. John Odom and Albert Walker own Tough Guys Cookies and … more
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Clay Schools earn fifth 'A' in a row from Department of Education
CLAY COUNTY – After receiving a ‘B’ grade from the Florida Department of Education for the 2016 and 2017 school years, the long-range goal for the Clay County District Schools wasn’t for the … more
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New garbage cans being delivered ahead of service change
CLAY COUNTY — FCC Environmental will deliver garbage cans on Monday, starting with Keystone Heights and the unincorporated areas around the Lake Region. The new waste company will start collecting … more
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Kamiya Hope Jones
FHP: Oakleaf girls basketball player going 99 mph at time of crash
GREEN COVE SPRINGS – A Florida Highway Patrol investigation determined a former Oakleaf girls basketball player was driving 99 mph hours after scoring 12 points in a victory last year when she ran … more
Children were also able to help themselves to a multitude of free toys and items.
Metro Church sees over 300 people at back to school giveaway event
OAKLEAF — Metro Church Jax hosted their Back to School Giveaway on Saturday. Held at the Villages at Oakleaf Plantation, long lines of people waited as the church gave out 70 backpacks on a first … more
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Arrests and Bookings 8/1/24
(Name, age, location of arrest, charges). Key: FTA-Failure to Appear; DWLSR-Driving Without a License-Suspended or Revoked; DUI-Driving Under the Influence; VOP-Violation of Probation; BAL-blood … more
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The exclusive, resident-only onsite amenities at Edenbrooke, which are under construction and anticipated to open in early 2025, will include a clubhouse and a pool complete with lap lanes.
Opening of Edenbrooke at Hyland Trail on Aug. 10
GREEN COVE SPRINGS —  A  new active-adult living community by Lennar, Edenbrooke at Hyland Trail, will celebrate the grand opening of three new model homes on Saturday, Aug. 10, from 11 … more
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Early Voting Sites in Clay County
Voting early means skipping longer lines, stress on Election Day
CLAY COUNTY – Voting is so easy it can be impulsive. Imagine driving through the county and seeing an Early Voting Site sign. Then it hits you. Why not? You pull in, complete your civic duty and … more
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Commissioner Alexandra Compere answers the community survey for Veterans Park by placing a sticker on her top four favorite features she envisions. Residents are encouraged to answer the survey online.
Future of Veterans Park is in your hands
OAKLEAF — In  2000,  the Board of County Commissioners purchased a 641-acre timberland tract nearby Oakleaf Plantation and Jennings State Forest.  Now, the county government is … more
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The BCC discussed the new garbage services at Tuesday night's meeting. Residents can expect to see deliveries of the new containers beginning July 29.
BCC meeting provides updates on new garbage services
GREEN COVE SPRINGS - Tuesday night’s Board of County Commissioners meeting gave an update on implementing the county’s new curbside garbage services. Beginning on Oct. 1, FCC Environmental will … more
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Face painting was one of the many activities for the children in attendance.
Kid City USA hosts grand opening in Royal Pines
ORANGE PARK — Parents and children got a chance to tour the new Kid City USA Royal Pines location at their grand opening on Saturday.  The facility offers pre-school, daycare and before/after … more
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Under the Stars Glamping Adventures brings the 'glamping' to you with their personalized experiences.
From camping to ‘glamping’
CLAY COUNTY — Luxury and camping. These two words don’t seemingly go together, yet they do in the best way — thanks to one local business. Under the Stars Glamping Adventures has been putting … more
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Sharon E. Flowers seflowers@icloud.com
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
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Robert Alvero Votealvero@gmail.com
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
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Matthew Mitchell votematthewmitchell@gmail.com
19-year-old Matthew Mitchell running for School Board
CLAY COUNTY  — At just 19 years old, Matthew Mitchell said he vows to invoke change in the Clay County school district. And he is not letting his age hold him back. Mitchell is running for the … more
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Jim Hughes JimHughesMusic@comcast.net
Hughes: Education is the foundation that affects a child’s future success
CLAY COUNTY — Jim Hughes considers what is taught in school to be just the beginning of a child’s education, an important bedrock that will affect their future path to success. He wants to … more
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Na'Jere Teon Ryheem Miles
Deputies use PIT maneuver to end high-speed chase in Oakleaf
OAKLEAF – A Palatka man was arrested for trying to kick in the front door and slashing tires at an apartment complex, but not before leading Clay County Sheriff’s Office deputies to use a … more
One dead, three seriously injured in Oakleaf stabbings
OAKLEAF – Three people sustained “life-threatening” stab wounds and a man died of self-inflicted knife wounds on May 16 in a domestic dispute in the Copper Ridge subdivision. According to … more
Carlos Winthrup hauls in a pass in the spring game against Madison County Friday.
Oakleaf kicks off spring football season at Madison County
The Oakleaf High football team will open the spring football slate at Class 1A powerhouse Madison County on Friday, May 17, with the rest of the county scheduled for their spring games next week. … more
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