Clay Today 06/1/23
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Celebrate Clay County History
Thursday, June 1
CLAY COUNTY – For any lover of the great outdoors, Clay County boasts more than a few attractions sure to satiate an adventurous spirit. According to the Florida Natural Areas Inventory, Clay …
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Summer is Here! Make it Count!
Thursday, June 1
Most of us always look forward to summer. Warm weather, vacations, and time off from work. Especially here in Northeast Florida where we are close to beaches, lakes, and rivers. What’s not to love …
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This Week In History 6/1/23
Thursday, June 1
Five years ago, 2018 • R.M. Paterson Elementary students learn entrepreneurial skills by opening Kid Market. • County history is incorporated into the eighth-grade curriculum at all Clay …
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Dazed and confused: Trying to make sense of it all
Thursday, June 1
I heard something Monday that made me stop and think. Two men talking on the radio told their listeners to “Have a happy Memorial Day.” Obviously, they don’t have a clue what the holiday …
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Knights flex defensive muscle; passing game just misses
Thursday, June 1
PORT ORANGE - Traveling down to Port Orange on a Friday night the day after most schools are allowing their sun-chasing student populations only added to the drama of Oakleaf High Schools’ football …
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The Murph
Thursday, June 1
US Navy SEAL Lt. Michael Patrick Murphy was a United States Navy SEAL officer who was awarded the U.S. military’s highest decoration, the Medal of Honor, for his actions during the War in …
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Superintendent Broskie to make administrative changes
Thursday, June 1
CLAY COUNTY – After hosting numerous interviews with several outstanding leaders, Superintendent David Broskie will recommend the following individuals for new administrative roles for the …
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AARP has eye on Florida lawmakers
Thursday, June 1
The AARP had its eye on Florida lawmakers this Session. The senior advocacy group released its annual report on how legislators voted on issues important to the organization. “AARP is …
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Devils off to rocky start
Thursday, June 1
WILLISTON - The Clay Blue Devils got off to a rocky start Thursday night as the team traveled across the state through cow country to Williston, taking on the Red Devils who last season won 10 games …
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Residents get sneak peek of future Shands Bridge
Thursday, June 1
GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Residents saw the plans for the new St. Johns River bridge last week. The $595 million construction started in May to replace the existing Shands bridge. The new bridge is a …
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Florida Striders Memorial Day 5K
Thursday, June 1
ORANGE PARK - A split second let up in his finishing surge was costly to Matthew Taddeo who was leading the Florida Striders Memorial Day 5K as he and Jordon Garman were sprinting to the finish …
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Green Cove Springs, Clay County teams competing for K-9 grants
Thursday, June 1
ST. AUGUSTINE – K9s United, a St. Augustine-based nonprofit dedicated to advocating and supporting K-9 law enforcement officers, hosted a three-day training seminar to ensure local and regional K-9 …
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Cook: Sheriff’s office dropping hammer on suspected drug dealers
Thursday, June 1
ORANGE PARK – It’s called Hammer and Hope for a reason. While more than 20 organizations have united to provide the hope portion of the program by helping those fighting opioid addictions, the …
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Clay Today's top female performers of the year
Thursday, June 1
GREEN COVE SPRINGS - Athletes travel through an ebb and flow of emotions and physical challenges in their normal window of athleticism; injuries, family situations, coach changes, etc., that can …
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Officials offer ‘hope’ to those struggling with drug addictions
Thursday, June 1
ORANGE PARK – The Clay County Sheriff’s Department, Fire Rescue, and local community organizations came together with the spirit of hope last Friday to deal with drug addiction in the …
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Residents can sharpen their axe-throwing skills at Valhalla
Thursday, June 1
FLEMING ISLAND – There are plenty of great options to host your next gathering, but none may be as unique as Valhalla Indoor Axe Throwing. That’s because the facility offers a unique …
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Gear Up Florida pedals support with visit to Challenge Enterprises
Thursday, June 1
GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Challenge Enterprises of North Florida welcomed Gear Up Florida for lunch last week at Camp Chowenwaw. Every year, a team of cyclists from the fraternity Pi Kappa Phi …
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Mt. Pleasant Missionary Baptist to celebrate 70-year music history of Ethel Lee Wright
Thursday, June 1
GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Mt. Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church will celebrate the 70-year music ministry of its First Lady, Ethel Lee Wright, with a three-day Music Institute from June 21-23. Dr. …
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Pasco Sheriff: Middleburg man arrested for orchestrating human trafficking
Thursday, June 1
Pasco Sheriff’s Office announced the arrests of four individuals in a human trafficking case that extended beyond Pasco County. Pasco Sheriff Chris Nocco and Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody …
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Scott Tower Services focuses on tower maintenance, installation
Thursday, June 1
MIDDLEBURG – Scoping out an area, checking for safety, gearing up and taking the long climb to the top. With three points of contact at all times, tower climbers slowly but surely make their way …
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Police Briefs 6/1/23
Thursday, June 1
Keystone Heights man sentenced for child pornography JACKSONVILLE – Chief U.S. District Judge Timothy J. Corrigan sentenced Dennis William Sheffield, Jr., 52, of Keystone …
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College Briefs 6/1/23
Thursday, June 1
Isaac Lawrence graduates from Grove City College GROVE CITY, Pa. – Fleming Island’s Isaac Lawrence earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Grove City College. …
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Community Calendar 6/1/23
Thursday, June 1
DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS: will be performed from June 1-24 at the Spotlight Center, 1809 East West Pkwy. on Fleming Island. Doors at 5 p.m. and dinner will be served nightly at 5:30 p.m. Showtime is …
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GCS RiverFest 2023: This year’s event sets records for attendance, fun, remembrance
Thursday, June 1
GREEN COVE SPRINGS – The parking lot at Wells Fargo Bank was empty shortly after noon in the early hours of Green Cove Springs’ RiverFest. Two hours later, were 25 cars there on a day when the …
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Arrests & Bookings 6/1/23
Thursday, June 1
(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 …
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Orange Park Memorial Day: Freedom isn’t free
Thursday, June 1
ORANGE PARK – U.S. Rep. Aaron Bean offered a solemn reminder of why the county observes Memorial Day by talking about the thousands of men and women who died establishing and preserving …
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Hurricane season: Advance preparation essential to surviving the storm
Thursday, June 1
Hurricanes pose significant challenges. Such challenges are considerably less difficult when business owners and families prepare for hurricane season in advance. A proactive approach to hurricane …
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Obituaries 6/1/23
Thursday, June 1
Rose “Nan” Nanette Weeks Rose “Nan” Nanette Weeks, 76, of Green Cove Springs, went home to be with her Lord on May 14, 2023, after a brief stay at Community Hospice McGraw …
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St. Johns RIVERKEEPER to issue Doctors Lake report this month
Thursday, June 1
FLEMING ISLAND – The St. Johns RIVERKEEPER launched a multi-day expedition to investigate the lost grasses of the St. Johns River, raise awareness about the fragile state of the river, and …
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King Tut Experience coming to Jacksonville’s NoCo Center
Thursday, May 25
JACKSONVILLE – A new immersive King Tut experience will open on June 9 at the NoCo Center. Beyond King Tut: The Immersive Experience is a one-hour tour through the life and history of Egyptian …
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