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FloridaCommerce Announces More Than $970 Million in Broadband Funding Through the BEAD Deployment Program
FloridaCommerce Announces More Than $970 Million in Broadband Funding Through the BEAD Deployment Program TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, FloridaCommerce announced more than $970 million in funding is now available for the Office of Broadband’s BEAD Deployment program. This program will provide funding to deploy high-speed, reliable broadband to all of the state’s remaining unserved and underserved areas.…
Read MoreExit 1 Stop Realty Invites You to Make a Difference: Cancer Care Bags Drive/Assembly
Exit 1 Stop Realty Invites You to Make a Difference: Cancer Care Bags Drive/Assembly Help Exit 1 Stop Realty, located at 961687 Gateway Blvd., Suite 101-D, in Fernandina Beach, collect fuzzy socks, unscented lip balm, individual tissue packs, purse size unscented hand lotion, lavender/peppermint roller balls, peppermint mints or gum, books-crossword puzzles, word searches, sudoku,…
Read More2025 Back to School Sales Tax Holiday
2025 Back to School Sales Tax Holiday Consumers can purchase qualifying back to school supplies exempt from tax during the 2025 Back to School Sales Tax Holiday. Passed by the Florida Legislature and signed into law by Governor Ron DeSantis, the sales tax holiday begins Friday, August 1 and extends through Sunday, August 31. The…
Read MoreNassau County Vendor Information Sessions
Nassau County Vendor Information Sessions The Nassau County Procurement Department is hosting two vendor information sessions to help current and prospective vendors learn more about the County’s procurement process. Why attend? Learn about Nassau County’s procurement process Learn how to submit a responsive bid Be informed about upcoming projects Market your products and services directly…
Read MoreHistoric Tax Relief: $1.3 Billion in Tax Savings for Families & Businesses Signed Into Law
Historic Tax Relief: $1.3 Billion in Tax Savings for Families & Businesses Signed Into Law Targeted, permanent tax savings on essentials for families and seniors keeps Florida affordable, eliminating the Business Rent Tax keeps Florida compeititive Tallahassee–House Bill (HB) 7031, Taxation, was signed into law on June 30, 2025, by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. The…
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 MorePermanent Tax Exemptions on Certain Disaster Preparedness Supplies
Permanent Tax Exemptions on Certain Disaster Preparedness Supplies During the adoption of the FY 2025-2026 budget, the Florida Legislature established a permanent sales tax exemption on certain disaster preparedness items. Previously, Florida held temporary sales tax holidays for disaster preparedness twice each summer. With the new permanent exemption, however, various qualifying items will now be…
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 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…
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