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Elevate Florida Program: Virtual Webinars Elevate Florida is a new, statewide residential mitigation program. Led by the Florida Department of Emergency Management (FDEM), this program is designed to protect homes and communities by reducing damage caused by natural disasters like hurricanes and floods. There are currently two virtual sessions scheduled for Tuesday, March 25th, one from…

Eliminating Florida’s Business Rent Tax: A Critical Step for Economic Growth Florida businesses are on the verge of a major win—one that will level the playing field and strengthen our local economy. Governor DeSantis’ “Focus on Fiscal Responsibility” budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26 proposes reducing Florida’s Business Rent Tax in 2026 and fully eliminating it in 2027. As a…

Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival Unveils a Spectacular 24th Season The Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival is excited to unveil its spectacular 24th season, spanning December 2024 through June 2025. This year’s programming offers a diverse lineup of world-renowned artists and emerging talents, delivering a captivating mix of classical masterpieces, bluegrass, and family-friendly performances. Festive…

2024 Island Hop Craft Beer Festival Join us at the 2024 Island Hop Craft Beer Fest. This signature fundraising event, created by Fernandina Beach Main Street (FBMS) will include an afternoon of local and regional craft beer tasting, wine and spirits, live music, and food trucks. It is also family and dog-friendly. There will be…

ERA Fernandina Beach Realty Proudly Celebrates 50 Years of Serving Community In 2024, ERA Fernandina Beach Realty proudly celebrates 50 years of serving our community. Founded in 1974, the company has grown from a modest operation into one of the most trusted names in local real estate. Over the past five decades, Fernandina Beach Realty…

U.S. Small Business Administration Launches Working Capital Pilot Program WASHINGTON – Today, Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman, head of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the voice in President Biden’s Cabinet for America’s more than 33 million small businesses, announced the 7(a) Working Capital Pilot (WCP) Program. The WCP offers a newly structured line of credit, made by 7(a) lenders and backed by…

Groundbreaking Ceremony for Station 90 The Board of County Commissioners will host a Groundbreaking Ceremony in celebration of the upcoming construction of a new Fire Station 90. This station will be built at the existing Station 90 site located at 3195 County Road 2 in Hilliard. Following a competitive process, the Board awarded the bid…

DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) in partnership with numerous community partners are hosting a Prescription Drug Take Back Day from 10am-2pm on Saturdasy, April 27, 2024. Please bring your unused, unwanted and expired medication for safe disposal. Items accepted include:  Vitamins Prescription medications Prescription patches Prescription ointments Pet…

Nassau County Chamber of Commerce to Host April Job Fairs: Call for Vendors Are you ready to take your business to new heights? The Nassau County Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce two separate Job Fair events during the month of April.  Business owners and representatives looking for qualified candidates are encouraged to sign up…

Nomination Period Open for Fernandina Beach Main Street Curb Appeal Award Nominations are open for the next Fernandina Beach Main Street Curb Appeal winner! The Curb Appeal Award program identifies and formally recognizes property owners in the Main Street District that demonstrate community pride and maintain their property as a beacon of higher standards to…