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Paramount ARC has several therapy horses on its property. Photo by Marisa DeMar

Paramount ARC has several therapy horses on its property. Photo by Marisa DeMar

Potential development distresses neighboring landowners

Ashley Chandler News-Leader   A public hearing for the reclassification of a few thousand acres in Nassau County owned by Raydient LLC brought a group of concerned citizens to the Board of County Commissioners meeting Oct. 27.
U.S. Rep. Aaron Bean visits with area residents at the Town of Hilliard’s Veterans Appreciation Ceremony Saturday morning. Bean spoke about respect for the sacrifices and services the veterans provided Americans by serving in the military. Submitted

U.S. Rep. Aaron Bean visits with area residents at the Town of Hilliard’s Veterans Appreciation Ceremony Saturday morning. Bean spoke about respect for the sacrifices and services the veterans provided Americans by serving in the military. Submitted

Hilliard honors local vets

obbie Walker cuts the ribbon to celebrate the official grand opening of The Winery at Tuscan Rose Vineyards Saturday morning. She is joined by family members and Nassau County commissioners Alyson McCullough, John Martin and A.M. “Hupp” Huppmann. The winery is located at 45884 Bismark Road and includes a tasting room, outside seating, and a gift shop with various jams, jellies and other items. Weekend specials were served, including burrata and caprese salads, woodfired pizzas and more. Live music for the g

obbie Walker cuts the ribbon to celebrate the official grand opening of The Winery at Tuscan Rose Vineyards Saturday morning. She is joined by family members and Nassau County commissioners Alyson McCullough, John Martin and A.M. “Hupp” Huppmann. The winery is located at 45884 Bismark Road and includes a tasting room, outside seating, and a gift shop with various jams, jellies and other items. Weekend specials were served, including burrata and caprese salads, woodfired pizzas and more. Live music for the g

Coach David Crosby, left, befriended Staten Dempsey and the duo spent numerous hours maintaining the softball and football fields at West Nassau High School. Crosby guided softball players for decades, also mentoring fellow coaches. Submitted

Coach David Crosby, left, befriended Staten Dempsey and the duo spent numerous hours maintaining the softball and football fields at West Nassau High School. Crosby guided softball players for decades, also mentoring fellow coaches. Submitted

Coach made impact on WNHS community

Anna Newhoff NCR Reporter   Charles “David” Crosby was a staple in the West Nassau High School softball program. As a longtime coach and caretaker of the softball and football fields, Crosby left his mark on the community. He passed away peacefully at his home Nov. 4, surrounded by loved ones.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis joins local fishermen at Monday’s Atlantic red snapper press conference at the Amelia Island Marina. Photo by George Spicer

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis joins local fishermen at Monday’s Atlantic red snapper press conference at the Amelia Island Marina. Photo by George Spicer

DeSantis in Nassau: Fishing law updates

Marisa DeMar  News-Leader   Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis came to the Amelia Island Marina in Fernandina Beach Monday to announce the proposal of new recreational fishing laws surrounding the Atlantic red snapper. He announced the official submission of an exemption request made to the U.S.
Jacob Cooper - Golf

Jacob Cooper - Golf

Flashes enter Class of 2026

The Hilliard Flashes celebrated the seniors of Friday night lights and golf at their last home football game of the season.
Vicki Arpin mentors Emma Jones at Hilliard Middle-Senior High School. Seventh, eighth and ninth-grade students are encouraged to apply for the program by Nov. 15. Submitted

Vicki Arpin mentors Emma Jones at Hilliard Middle-Senior High School. Seventh, eighth and ninth-grade students are encouraged to apply for the program by Nov. 15. Submitted

Invest in county’s future via students

For the Record   Take Stock in Children of Nassau County helps shape the future – one student at a time. This year’s deadline to apply to become a scholar is Nov. 15.
The contractor installs knotwood siding on the airnasium at the Westside Regional Park. The first phase of the park should open in early summer.

The contractor installs knotwood siding on the airnasium at the Westside Regional Park. The first phase of the park should open in early summer.

Park construction on track

Anna Newhoff NCR Reporter   Construction on Nassau County’s Westside Regional Park continues, with major milestones already complete and an early summer 2026 opening still on schedule.  Work on the 107.65-acre park began in January, with an expected 18-month construction timeline.
Barnabas Center Nassau’s new refrigerated truck helps the organization provide cold food to Western Nassau. The truck was a gift from Baptist Health and Baptist Medical Center Nassau.

Barnabas Center Nassau’s new refrigerated truck helps the organization provide cold food to Western Nassau. The truck was a gift from Baptist Health and Baptist Medical Center Nassau.

Barnabas bridges Nassau food gap

Anna Newhoff NCR Reporter   As federal nutrition programs face suspension during the ongoing government shutdown, Barnabas Center Nassau works to ensure that local families continue to have access to healthy food.
Junior Clayton Lee blocks for the Warriors Friday night. West Nassau won 48-12 to advance to the second round of the postseason.

Junior Clayton Lee blocks for the Warriors Friday night. West Nassau won 48-12 to advance to the second round of the postseason.

Warriors enter round two

Amanda Bishop NCR Editor & Publisher   “A whole team victory” occurred as the Warriors won their first game of the postseason Friday night. Coach Gunnar Cox said the credit goes to all of the players and coaches coming together and getting the job done.