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Josh was seen near Westside Regional Park more than once by the same deputy, who then arrested him for camping.

Josh was seen near Westside Regional Park more than once by the same deputy, who then arrested him for camping.

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Josh no longer staying alongside U.S. 1

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Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Amanda BishopNCR Editor & Publisher After camping alongside U.S. 1 for at least two years, a man was arrested Thursday for unauthorized public camping. The charges were dropped by the state attorney’s office Monday, meaning he will not need to attend any court hearings.
The Callahan Winn-Dixie will close in October to begin its conversion to an Aldi, leaving local residents without a full-service grocery store right before the holiday season. Photo by Lauren Beasley

The Callahan Winn-Dixie will close in October to begin its conversion to an Aldi, leaving local residents without a full-service grocery store right before the holiday season. Photo by Lauren Beasley

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Locals voice opinions about Aldi replacing Winn-Dixie

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Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Britney Fletcher WestNCR Reporter Callahan residents share a wide range of reactions following the announcement that the town’s Winn-Dixie will close in mid-October and be converted into an Aldi store.
The splash pad is closed. The pool hours have changed.

The splash pad is closed. The pool hours have changed.

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Splash pad closed, pool hours decrease

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Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Amanda BishopNCR Editor & Publisher New hours are in effect at the Hilliard pool and the splash pad remains closed.The splash pad area closed July 9 and has not been able to reopen yet.Public swim in the pool is $3 per person per visit, cash only.
Volunteers from Callahan First Baptist Church recently worked on the landscaping at Callahan Elementary School to prepare it for the new school year. Students return to school Aug. 10 to start the 2026-27 school year. Submitted

Volunteers from Callahan First Baptist Church recently worked on the landscaping at Callahan Elementary School to prepare it for the new school year. Students return to school Aug. 10 to start the 2026-27 school year. Submitted

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CFBC helps beautify CES

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Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Volunteers from Callahan First Baptist Church recently worked on the landscaping at Callahan Elementary School to prepare it for the new school year. Students return to school Aug. 10 to start the 2026-27 school year. Submitted
The school district shares this year's school closure dates.

The school district shares this year's school closure dates.

School district announces breaks

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Tuesday, July 28, 2026
For the Record The Nassau County School District is gearing up for the new school year with teachers returning to campus and planning underway. District officials shared the school break schedule on social media recently.The students’ first day off class is Sept. 7 for Labor Day.
Cornerstone Classical Academy officials are joined by leadership from Auld & White Constructors, Rowe Architects and Rayonier for the school's groundbreaking in Wildlight July 23. Submitted

Cornerstone Classical Academy officials are joined by leadership from Auld & White Constructors, Rowe Architects and Rayonier for the school's groundbreaking in Wildlight July 23. Submitted

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County’s first charter school breaks ground

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Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Nick BlankNews-Leader Nassau County’s first charter school, set to transform education in the county, broke ground in Wildlight July 23.
Winn Dixie will close its Callahan store in October.

Winn Dixie will close its Callahan store in October.

Callahan Winn Dixie closing in October

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Wednesday, July 22, 2026
BRITNEY FLETCHER WESTNCR Reporter The Winn-Dixie grocery store in Callahan will close in mid-October as it begins its conversion to an ALDI store, ending years of speculation about the location’s future.
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John Andrew Jones

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Man accused of fathering teen’s children

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Tuesday, July 14, 2026
For the Record A Georgia man is accused of impregnating a juvenile victim twice, the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office said.John Andrew Jones, 33, was arrested and charged with child abuse and impregnating a child under the age of 16. His hometown was listed as Jesup, Ga.
Friends remember Jacquelin Osborne for her political presence and her love of animals. Submitted

Friends remember Jacquelin Osborne for her political presence and her love of animals. Submitted

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Osborne remembered as active conservative

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Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Nick BlankFor the Record A Nassau County woman known for her political presence and her love of animals has died, receiving tributes across the state.Jacquelin Osborne was 78.
Nassau County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller Mitch Keiter, center, receives his certificate of completion. Submitted

Nassau County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller Mitch Keiter, center, receives his certificate of completion. Submitted

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Keiter certified clerk, comptroller

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Tuesday, July 14, 2026
For the Record Nassau County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller Mitch L. Keiter has successfully completed the Florida Court Clerks and Comptrollers New Clerk Academy, earning the designation of Certified Florida Clerk and Comptroller.