Sheriff’s Office, Fire Rescue, School District pushes E-Bike safety CLAY COUNTY – As students return to school and the popularity of electric bicycles and electric scooters continues to grow, …
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Sheriff’s Office, Fire Rescue, School District pushes E-Bike safety
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CLAY COUNTY – As students return to school and the popularity of electric bicycles and electric scooters continues to grow, Clay County Fire Rescue (CCFR) is partnering with the Clay County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) and Clay County District Schools (CCDS) throughout August to promote safe riding habits, educate riders on the rules of the road, and reinforce the importance of sharing the road safely. The month-long campaign uses education and public awareness to help prevent crashes and reduce injuries across the community. Safety reminders include: · E-bikes can reach speeds of up to 28 mph. · Obey traffic laws by stopping at stop signs, yielding when appropriate and riding in the same direction as traffic. · Riders under the age of 16 are required to wear a helmet, though helmets are recommended for riders of all ages. · Stay alert for pedestrians and announce your presence when approaching from behind. · Use lights and reflectors when riding after dark to improve visibility. |
Throughout August, CCFR, CCSO and CCDS will share safety tips and educational resources to help riders understand the rules of the road and keep Clay County's roads, sidewalks and neighborhoods safe.
New art gallery opening set for Aug. 7 at Thrasher-Horne Center
ORANGE PARK – Free appetizers will be served at the grand art opening at the Art Gallery at the Thrasher-Horne Center on Aug. 7 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
The exhibits will feature the work of Sincere Powers, Tracie Thompson and Erika Epperly. This round of artwork will remain on display until Dec. 14.
The change of exhibits is open to the public. Guests can also purchase drinks at the bar.
The Art Gallery is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on weekdays.
To reserve a spot at the art opening, visit thcenter.org.
Clay CTE hosting College and Career Night on Sept. 1
GREEN COVE SPRINGS – The Clay County District Schools’ College and Career Night will be on Sept. 1, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Clay County Fairgrounds.
Juniors and seniors are encouraged to “explore pathways to enroll, enlist or become employed after graduation.”
Sponsored by the school district, Career and Technical Education Department, and Clay Education Foundation, the district is looking for local business partners, educational institutions and military representatives to showcase their career opportunities.
NASCAR’s Clash returns to Daytona International Speedway
DAYTONA BEACH – NASCAR’s season-opening exhibition race will return to the Daytona International Speedway on Feb. 13.
The Clash, a race among selected top-tiered drivers, was last staged at Daytona in 2021. Since then, it’s been held at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum and Bowman Gray Stadium in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
The race is traditionally the kickoff to Speedweeks at the 2.5-mile racetrack. The Clash will run ahead of the Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona on Jan. 30.
Tickets are available at daytonainternationalspeedway.com.
Rotary Clubs, Veterans Council teaming for Flags for Heroes
ORANGE PARK – Residents are encouraged to honor the nation’s heroes on Sept. 11 at 10 a.m. by purchasing a U.S. flag to be displayed at the Orange Park Town Hall Park and the Orange Park Mall.
The public ceremony will be near the AMC entrance at the Orange Park Mall, and it will include guest speaker U.S. Rep. Aaron Bean, patriotic music, honor guard and the reading of the names of each hero – active, retired and fallen military, first responders, healthcare workers, teachers and others who make a difference.
The event has grown significantly during the past few years, forcing the Rotary Clubs of Orange Park and Green Cove Springs to move from the Town Hall Council Chambers to the mall.
To sponsor a flag or for more information, visit oprotarysunrise.com/flags-for-heroes.php.
UF/IFAS Extension Clay County offering free online gardening classes
GREEN COVE SPRINGS – The UF/IFAS Extension Clay County Master Gardener Training program will offer a series of online classes this summer, including Florida’s forgotten plants at 11:30 a.m. on Sept. 28, pruning for health, beauty and bloom at 11:30 a.m. on Oct. 26, rethinking turf in Florida landscapes at 11:30 a.m. on Nov. 23 and designing with Florida natives at 11:30 a.m. on Dec. 14.
The free online training is open only to Clay County residents and is taught by Master Gardener volunteers. If you have any questions, please email whhobbs@ufl.edu or call (904) 284-6355.
To watch replays of the events, visit UF/IFAS Extension Clay County.com.
