Chamber Member News & Updates
GreenPointe Holdings Announces Promotion of Brad Odom to Development Director, North Florida Division
GreenPointe Holdings Announces Promotion of Brad Odom to Development Director, North Florida Division Brad Odom, Development Director, North Florida Division, GreenPointe Holdings JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (July 15, 2025) – GreenPointe Holdings is pleased to announce the promotion of Brad Odom to Development Director, North Florida Region. In his new role, Odom will help lead the planning…
Read MoreCommissioners Huppmann and Farmer Earn Advanced County Commissioner Level II Designation
Commissioners Huppmann and Farmer Earn Advanced County Commissioner Level II Designation BOCC Chairman and District 2 County Commissioner Hupp Huppmann at the June 26, 2025 Awards Ceremony. Pictured with FAC’s 2nd Vice President, Putnam County Commissioner Larry Harvey Commissioner Klynt Farmer was unable to attend the 2025 Awards Ceremony, however this is a photo from…
Read MoreBefore the Storm: Hurricane Readiness for Nassau County
Before the Storm: Hurricane Readiness for Nassau County Be prepared for this hurricane season – join UF/IFAS Extension Nassau County for a free Hurricane Preparedness course designed to help you protect your family, home, and community. Learn how to build a disaster supply kit, create an evacuation plan, and access reliable information before, during, and…
Read MoreNassau County Board of County Commissioners Newsletter for May 2025
Nassau County Board of County Commissioners Newsletter for May 2025 Below is the May 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 MoreJTA Launches Nation’s First Public Transportation Autonomous Vehicle Revenue Service
JTA Launches Nation’s First Public Transportation Autonomous Vehicle Revenue Service (Jacksonville, FL – June 27, 2025) The Jacksonville Transportation Authority recently celebrated the launch of NAVI, which stands for Neighborhood Autonomous Vehicle Innovation. NAVI will be the first public transportation service powered by autonomous vehicles (AVs) in the United States. Service will begin on Monday,…
Read MoreAll Nassau County School Receive “A” Grades
All Nassau County School Receive “A” Grades For the first time in district history, every single Nassau County public school has earned an “A” grade from the Florida Department of Education. Nassau County is also recognized as an A-rated district overall, tied for #1 in the state. This milestone achievement is a direct result of…
Read MoreGangway Collapse During Fourth of July Celebration
Gangway Collapse During Fourth of July Celebration FERNANDINA BEACH, FL — During the fireworks show on the evening of July 4, a gangway at the Fernandina Harbor Marina collapsed, prompting initial confusion and concern among attendees. Emergency response units, including the Fernandina Beach Police Department and Fire Department, were on scene and responded immediately. Although…
Read MoreClyde Higginbotham Road Closure
Clyde Higginbotham Road Closure The Nassau County Road Department has issued a Notice of Intent to begin drainage improvements in the area of Clyde Higginbotham Road. The work will require a road closure on Clyde Higginbotham Road from July 21 to approximately August 3, 2025. Proposed detour: The closure will be at 75664 Clyde Higginbotham…
Read MoreNassau County Vision 2050 Adopted
Nassau County Vision 2050 Adopted At its meeting on Monday, June 23, 2025, the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) formally adopted the Vision 2050 Plan, which will serve as a roadmap to guide growth, policies, and programs over the next 25 years. The County will now begin evaluating and updating its State-mandated Comprehensive Plan, with the…
Read MoreFlorida SBDC Network, Florida APEX Accelerator to Host Reverse Trade Show at Small Business Success Summit
Florida SBDC Network, Florida APEX Accelerator to Host Reverse Trade Show at Small Business Success Summit Pensacola, FLA – The Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network, the state’s principal provider of small business assistance, and sister organization the Florida APEX Accelerator will host their annual Reverse Trade Show on August 18 during the 2025 Small Business Success…
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