Amelia Island
Big Win for Businesses: Business Rent Tax Repeal in Proposed Budget
Big Win for Businesses: Business Rent Tax Repeal in Proposed Budget Since 2019, the Nassau County Chamber of Commerce has advocated for the reduction—and eventual elimination—of the sales tax on commercial rentals. Now, the Governor’s proposed budget includes a permanent repeal of the Business Rent Tax, part of a $2.2 billion tax relief package. This…
Read MoreThe Amelia Concours D’elegance: March 9, 2025
The Amelia Concours D’elegance: March 9, 2025 Experience hundreds of rare vehicles up close — from classic 1930s Alfa Romeos to exceptional F1 cars. Join us for the 30th Anniversary of the Amelia Concours d’Elegance! View 275 historically significant vehicles vying for awards and accolades in 35 car classes. See Honoree Hélio Castroneves on the…
Read MoreNassau County Chamber of Commerce Announces Winners of the 2024 Annual Business Awards
Nassau County Chamber of Commerce Announces Winners of the 2024 Annual Business Awards On Thursday, January 30, 2025, more than 500 Chamber members and community leaders came out to celebrate the local business community at the Chamber’s Annual Awards Dinner & Gala, hosted this year at the Omni Amelia Island Resort. Winners were selected by…
Read More13th Annual Big Band Bash Benefit Gala Set for February 8th
13th Annual Big Band Bash Benefit Gala Set for February 8th The Amelia Island Jazz Festival is pleased to announce that its 13th annual BIG BAND BASH will be held on Saturday, February 8, 2025, 7:00 – 10:00 PM, in the Main Ballroom at the Courtyard by Marriott, 2700-2 Atlantic Avenue in Fernandina Beach. In…
Read MoreAnd the Nominees Are…
And the Nominees Are… The Nassau County Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards process is an opportunity to highlight the impact of outstanding businesses and entrepreneurs throughout Nassau County and we want to congratulate every business, organization and business leader that received a nomination this year. Award winners will be announced at the Annual Awards Dinner…
Read MoreDestination Amelia Joins the 100 Collection
Destination Amelia Joins the 100 Collection 113 Seaside Retreat, Amelia Island 1380 Shipwatch Villas, Amelia Island 1207 Lagoon Villas, Amelia Island December 19, 2024 — (Fernandina Beach, FL) Destination Amelia, a full-service vacation rental management company on Amelia Island, FL, announced today that it has been invited to join The 100 Collection™ as the sole…
Read MoreNassau County Chamber of Commerce Announces Newly Appointed Board Members
Nassau County Chamber of Commerce Announces Newly Appointed Board Members The Nassau County Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce Stephanie Triola and John Whiddon as newly appointed members of our Board of Directors. Stephanie Triola is a dedicated financial services professional who operates her own practice in partnership with New York Life Insurance Company.…
Read MoreCongressman Bean to Join Influential House Ways and Means Committee
Congressman Bean to Join Influential House Ways and Means Committee WASHINGTON—U.S. Congressman Aaron Bean (FL-04) has been selected to serve on the prestigious House Ways and Means Committee for the 119th Congress. The Committee on Ways and Means is the oldest committee of the United States Congress and is the chief tax-writing committee in the House…
Read MoreNassau County Council on Aging’s 19th Annual Gala – Tickets Going Fast
Nassau County Council on Aging’s 19th Annual Gala – Tickets Going Fast Auctioneer Aaron Bean (left) and Emcee John Drew return to celebrate seniors at NCCOA’s 19th Annual Gala, January 25. Here, the duo presides over Gala 2024 festivities. As with Gala 2024, guests are treated to cocktail hour, Chef-inspired gourmet dinner, open bar, dancing…
Read More10th Annual Dickens on Centre This Weekend
10th Annual Dickens on Centre This Weekend The Amelia Island and Convention & Visitors Bureau will host the 10th Annual Dickens on Centre event this weekend from December 12-15, 2024. This event transforms downtown Fernandina Beach into Victorian-ear London, and features live entertainment, vendors, holiday movies, giant snow globes, costumed characters, pictures with Santa, and…
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