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Hannah Wollitz battles a Lady Kodiak as they race for the ball.

Lady Kodiaks find success Thursday

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Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Rylee Fortier prepares to kick the ball down field as the Lady Flashes fall short 3-1 battling the Lady Kodiaks on Senior Night Thursday. Hannah Wollitz battles a Lady Kodiak as they race for the ball. Hilliard’s final game of the season is Thursday at Paxon at 5:30 p.m.

Clayton Floyd tries to get the ball from a Kodiak.

Global Kodiaks maul Flashes 6-1

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Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Clayton Floyd tries to get the ball from a Kodiak as the Hilliard Middle-Senior High School varsity soccer teams face off with Global Outreach Charter Academy Thursday night. Kayden Harvey reaches for the ball at left. The Flashes fell 6-1 during Senior Night. Senior photos will appear in the Jan.

Justice Alderman leads the pack as Hilliard controls the ball.

Hilliard girls hoop victory over Indians

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Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Alyssa Hallman looks for an open teammate at left as the Lady Flashes defeat Fort White 63-48 Saturday night. Katherine Dillard blocks a Lady Indian above while Charlee Matos moves the ball down court above left. Justice Alderman leads the pack as Hilliard controls the ball.

Bryceville Elementary School honors its December Students of the Month.

Bryceville Elementary celebrates top students

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Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Bryceville Elementary School honors its December Students of the Month. The character trait for December was empathy. These students are able to understand how and why others think, feel, and act. Pictured in the bottom row are Piper Eastman, Kelby Aton, and Hayley Schlicter.

Board of Nassau County Commissioners Chair Alyson McCullough speaks with Bryceville resident Rocky Lynn and other concerned citizens during a community information session Friday at the Bryceville Community Center. Submitted

County Road 121 concerns residents

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Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Anna Newhoff NCR Reporter The Nassau County Board of County Commissioners hosted a Bryceville community event Friday, sharing information about current and future road work. County staff provided updates on the County Road 121 improvements, the Vision 2050 plan, and capital projects.

Florida Teacher of the Year Mark Harrison participates in a math lesson in teacher Alexis Neu’s fourth-grade class Thursday afternoon. He concluded the day by helping students enter vehicles to head home. Photos by Amanda Bishop

Harrison visits CIS

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Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Amanda Bishop NCR Editor & Publisher Inspired by his grandmother’s 50-year career as a teacher, Mark Harrison became an educator because of his desire to help others. “She really was my anchor growing up,” Harrison said during a visit to Callahan Intermediate School Thursday afternoon.

Customers eat lunch Monday at Gracie’s Kountry Kitchen, which recently opened in Callahan. Photo by Anna Newhoff

Gracie’s Kountry Kitchen now open

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Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Anna Newhoff NCR Reporter Callahan’s newest restaurant serves up homestyle comfort food for the community. The idea of Gracie’s Kountry Kitchen came to life in October and officially opened its doors Dec. 29, offering an all-American lunch menu.

Locals and visitors alike had the opportunity to visit the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall in Callahan in April 2025.

Murders, snow, NCSO top local headlines

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Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Anna Newhoff NCR Reporter Shocking acts of violence, rare weather, and personnel issues at the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office made headlines throughout 2025.

Scouts from Callahan Boy Scout Troop 351 assist with Be the Change Northeast Florida’s community outreach over Christmas break.

Scouts volunteer during break

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Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Scouts from Callahan Boy Scout Troop 351 assist with Be the Change Northeast Florida’s community outreach over Christmas break. The scouts helped hand out food and clothing to homeless people in need in downtown Jacksonville. The next outreach is Feb. 1 at 9 a.m. Contact Joel Pace via www.facebook.

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Teens welcome at free theatre class

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Wednesday, January 7, 2026

For the Record Teens ages 12-18 are invited to jump into the fun at Act Up! Theatre Games Workshop: React, Connect, and Create. This free high-energy theatre workshop is designed to get young people moving, laughing, and creating together. The one-hour event will take place Jan.