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Nassau County Fire Station 70 in Operation
Nassau County Fire Station 70 in Operation On Friday, July 25, 2025, Nassau County Fire Rescue officially began operating out of the brand-new Station 70, located at the corner of Nassauville Road and Hardy Allen Road. The 8,453 sq. ft. facility features three apparatus bays housing an engine, rescue unit, and tanker. It also includes…
Read MoreFloridaCommerce Applauds Appointment of Bryan Griffin as VISIT FLORIDA’s New President and CEO
FloridaCommerce Applauds Appointment of Bryan Griffin as VISIT FLORIDA’s New President and CEO TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, FloridaCommerce congratulates VISIT FLORIDA on the appointment of Bryan Griffin as its new President and Chief Executive Officer. With a proven record of strategic leadership and a passion for public service, Bryan brings a wealth of experience that will support…
Read MoreNassau County Board of County Commissioners Newsletter for June 2025
Nassau County Board of County Commissioners Newsletter for June 2025 Below is the June 2025 edition of the Board of County Commissioners newsletter. This monthly publication features a variety of information related to projects and activities for the departments under the Board. It also includes information about road projects, special events, adopted policies and procedures, budget discussions, and…
Read MoreSave the Date: Colors of the Wild Returns to Jacksonville Zoo this November
Save the Date: Colors of the Wild Returns to Jacksonville Zoo this November SAVE THE DATE: Colors of the Wild returns to the Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens this November with an all-NEW lantern experience! Get ready to explore over 1,000 never-before-seen glowing lanterns as the Zoo and Botanical Gardens transform into a dazzling nighttime…
Read MorePublic Hearing Scheduled to Discuss Amendments to Beach Ordinance
Public Hearing Scheduled to Discuss Amendments to Beach Ordinance In October 2020, Nassau County adopted a new Beach Ordinance to protect citizens, the environment, and wildlife on beaches in the unincorporated area of Amelia Island (from Peters Point south to the State Park) and to consolidate regulations related to beach activities into one comprehensive document.…
Read MoreLittle Lamb’s Child Care Center 2025-2026 Enrollment Now Open
Little Lamb’s Child Care Center 2025-2026 Enrollment Now Open Little Lamb’s Child Care Center, located at 96382 Mount Zion Loop in Yulee, is a quality VPK/child care center designed to provide a strong foundation for children’s learning and social development. The program features: Breakfast, lunch, and snack Developmental Curriculum Play based learned Enrollment for 2025-2026…
Read MoreExcellence Starts from Within: Baptist Health Named One of ‘America’s Greatest Workplaces in Health Care’ by Newsweek
Excellence Starts from Within: Baptist Health Named One of ‘America’s Greatest Workplaces in Health Care’ by Newsweek The designation highlights the health system’s deep commitment to supporting team member well-being, fostering professional growth, and advancing community health Baptist Health has been named one of “America’s Greatest Workplaces in Health Care” for 2025 by Newsweek. The recognition…
Read MoreHabiJax is Now First Coast Habitat for Humanity
HabiJax is Now First Coast Habitat for Humanity JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (July 21, 2025) – Habitat for Humanity of Jacksonville, long known as HabiJax, is stepping into a bold new chapter with a new name, a new interim leader, and a renewed commitment to tackling the region’s affordable housing crisis. Effective July 21, 2025, the organization will…
Read MoreNortheast Florida Employment Report for June 2025
Northeast Florida Employment Report for June 2025 FloridaCommerce has announced that the unemployment rate for the Jacksonville region was 4.2 percent in June 2025 – a slight increase from 3.6 percent in May. Of the 890,186 people counted as the area’s labor force in June, there were 37,176 unemployed residents in the region – up…
Read MoreBarnabas Center Offering Low-Cost Medical Services to Qualifying Individuals Throughout Nassau County
Barnabas Center Offering Low-Cost Medical Services to Qualifying Individuals Throughout Nassau County To members of the Chamber and the entire Nassau County business community: Barnabas Center Inc. is reaching out to share an important community resource that may benefit your employees, customers, and neighbors. Barnabas Center offers $10 medical visits and low-cost dental services to individuals who are low-income…
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