Chamber Member News & Updates
Howl at the Moon & Sunset Kayaking
Howl at the Moon & Sunset Kayaking Back by popular demand! Join Amelia Island Kayak Excursions for the Howl at the Moon & Sunset Kayaking tour on Friday, October 18th! Enjoy the last bit of sunset and picture yourself gliding along the water with the moonlight as your guide. Enliven your senses with the sights…
Read MoreBarnabas Center and United Way of Northeast Florida Host a Poverty Simulation
Barnabas Center and United Way of Northeast Florida Host a Poverty Simulation Fernandina Beach, FL — Community members are encouraged to participate in the Meet ALICE Experience on October 22, 2024, at the Peck Center (516 S. 10th St., Fernandina Beach, FL 32034) from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. This free, in-person simulation will help…
Read MorePledge the Pink Amelia Island: Volunteer Today
Pledge the Pink Amelia Island: Volunteer Today In case you’ve missed the big news, Amelia Island is hosting Pledge the Pink in just two weeks. More than 2000 registrants and supporters will be flocking here to run, walk, and crawl 30 miles and raise 750k (much of which will stay in our local area). The…
Read MoreStorm Debris Generated by Hurricane Helene
Storm Debris Generated by Hurricane Helene Nassau County, Florida, September 27, 2024 – Preliminary damage and debris assessments by Nassau County’s emergency responders following Hurricane Helene are currently in process. While the crews will be actively clearing and repairing public roads and public infrastructure to ensure safe passage for residents, the County will not be…
Read MoreUF Health Wildlight to Host Free Community Health Fair and Open House
UF Health Wildlight to Host Free Community Health Fair and Open House UF Health Wildlight is hosting a family fun health fair and open house on Saturday, October 12th from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM (noon). Meet providers, tour the facility, receive free health screenings and health education, and much more! The community open house will feature safety…
Read MoreParty with a Purpose: Fundraiser for Sheltering Nassau’s Homeless
Party with a Purpose: Fundraiser for Sheltering Nassau’s Homeless The Coalition for the Homeless of Nassau County presents Party with a Purpose on October 13, 2024, from 1:00-5:00 PM. This is a fundraising event to raise money for a temporary shelter for displaced folks in Nassau County. There will be BBQ and live music from…
Read MoreNassau County Revised Vote-By-Mail Ballot Schedule for 2024 General Election
Nassau County Revised Vote-By-Mail Ballot Schedule for 2024 General Election Nassau County, FL 9/25/24 Janet H. Adkins, Supervisor of Elections for Nassau County, announces Vote-by-Mail ballots will be mailed on Monday, September 30, 2024. Ballots were previously scheduled to be mailed on September 26, 2024. Due to the storm and the large volume of anticipated…
Read MoreBoard Adopts FY 24/25 with Fourth Consecutive Tax Rate Reduction
Board Adopts FY 24/25 with Fourth Consecutive Tax Rate Reduction On Monday, September 23, 2024, the Board of County Commissioners held its second public hearing for adoption of the Fiscal Year 24/25 Budget. This was the end of an 8-month budget process which included a public budget workshop and a first public hearing held on…
Read MoreNassau County Declares Local State of Emergency
Nassau County Declares Local State of Emergency At last night’s regularly scheduled meeting, the Board of County Commissioners issued Resolution 2024-152 declaring a local State of Emergency in preparation for potential widespread winds and heavy rains related to Tropical Cyclone No. 9. Florida Statutes, Section 252.38, states that “safeguarding the life and property of (the County’s) citizens…
Read MoreBicentennial Corn Maze Design Revealed
Bicentennial Corn Maze Design Revealed The Board of County Commissioners is excited to partner with Conner’s A-maiz-ing Acres for a special Bicentennial themed corn maze. This beautiful farm has been operating since 1949 however they opened their doors to the public 22 years ago to bring wholesome family fun to the community through their annual…
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