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The event is at the Northeast Florida Fairgrounds Sept. 12.

The event is at the Northeast Florida Fairgrounds Sept. 12.

Journey to ARCOT

Anna Newhoff NCR Reporter   All aboard for a journey of inclusion at The Arc Nassau’s second annual gala. The nonprofit organization hosts “ARCOT Gala 2025: It’s A Special World After All” Sept. 12 at the Northeast Florida Fairgrounds in Callahan.
A variety of crafts and artwork can be entered into the Northeast Florida Fair’s Home Arts competition. Canned food, baked goods, plants and more may also be entered. Visit www.neflfair.org to view the rules and divisions available to enter. Submitted

A variety of crafts and artwork can be entered into the Northeast Florida Fair’s Home Arts competition. Canned food, baked goods, plants and more may also be entered. Visit www.neflfair.org to view the rules and divisions available to enter. Submitted

Gather entries now for 78th annual NEFL Fair

Anna Newhoff NCR Reporter   The Northeast Florida Fair is ready to “Grow it, Show it, Sew it” for its 78th year, with fresh events to celebrate. This year’s fair is Oct. 9-19.
Barnabas Center’s McKinney-Vento Program receives a $10,000 donation from the Memorial Day Rod Run 4 Kidz.

Barnabas Center’s McKinney-Vento Program receives a $10,000 donation from the Memorial Day Rod Run 4 Kidz.

Barnabas receives $10,000 donation

Barnabas Center’s McKinney-Vento Program receives a $10,000 donation from the Memorial Day Rod Run 4 Kidz. The program was formerly known as Families in Transition and helps meet unmet needs of local school children. The annual car show is held Memorial Day weekend at Callahan Methodist Church.
Jeremy Scott is joined by family and Nassau County Chamber of Commerce members as he celebrates the grand opening.

Jeremy Scott is joined by family and Nassau County Chamber of Commerce members as he celebrates the grand opening.

New State Farm now open in Callahan

Jeremy Scott is joined by family and Nassau County Chamber of Commerce members as he celebrates the grand opening of Jeremy Scott Insurance Agency at 450034 State Road 200.
The West Nassau Warriors will play their first home game on their new turf field Friday night.

The West Nassau Warriors will play their first home game on their new turf field Friday night.

West Nassau plays on new field Friday

The West Nassau Warriors will play their first home game on their new turf field Friday night. They host Lake Weir at 7:30 p.m., but plenty of fanfare will occur prior to the game. A ribbon cutting to mark the completion of the new field will occur at 5:45 p.m.
Keith Ellis, holding a proclamation about his service to the county, is joined by Nassau County Commissioner Jeff Gray and county employees and friends at the commission meeting Aug. 25. Submitted

Keith Ellis, holding a proclamation about his service to the county, is joined by Nassau County Commissioner Jeff Gray and county employees and friends at the commission meeting Aug. 25. Submitted

Ellis retires after 29 years with county

For the Record   Nassau County Building Official Keith Ellis retired after 29 years of service to Nassau County. The Board of County Commissioners honored him Aug. 25.
Tucker Williams tucks the ball in close as he runs past Pirates, flanked by teammates Brock McPherson and Anthony Musgrove.

Tucker Williams tucks the ball in close as he runs past Pirates, flanked by teammates Brock McPherson and Anthony Musgrove.

Pirates loot visiting Flashes

Anna Newhoff NCR Reporter   The Fernandina Beach Pirates struck down the Hilliard Flashes Aug. 22. The Flashes lost 49-6 with senior Camauri Bolden scoring the team’s only touchdown in a kickoff return.
Krackers Boiled Peanuts expands from a yellow tent to a food truck, and now a permanent home complete with a farmers market and playground and picnic area for customers to enjoy. The locally-owned business is open Friday through Sunday from 11 a.m. until they sell out, which often occurs before their advertised closing time. Submitted

Krackers Boiled Peanuts expands from a yellow tent to a food truck, and now a permanent home complete with a farmers market and playground and picnic area for customers to enjoy. The locally-owned business is open Friday through Sunday from 11 a.m. until they sell out, which often occurs before their advertised closing time. Submitted

Boiled success

Anna Newhoff NCR Reporter   A southern delicacy found a permanent home in Callahan.  Krackers Boiled Peanuts started nearly four years ago by Tiffany and Levi Holton under a little yellow tent with two 30-quart pots of boiled peanuts.
Nassau County Sheriff Bill Leeper speaks at the press conference Aug. 20 with victim Aaron Wiese and his mother, Amy Wiese, and Victim Advocate Madrina Addison nearby. Leeper warned parents to be vigilant about monitoring their children’s internet and social media activity. Photo by Anna Newhoff

Nassau County Sheriff Bill Leeper speaks at the press conference Aug. 20 with victim Aaron Wiese and his mother, Amy Wiese, and Victim Advocate Madrina Addison nearby. Leeper warned parents to be vigilant about monitoring their children’s internet and social media activity. Photo by Anna Newhoff

13-year-old cyberbully faces two felony charges

Anna Newhoff NCR Reporter   A 13-year-old Yulee Middle School student was arrested Aug. 19 with charges stemming from a cyberbullying investigation.
Nassau County Animal Services volunteer Jacque Osborn speaks at Monday’s Board of County Commissioners meeting. Osborn shared photos of a dog named after. The “before” showed her at intake, and the “after” showed what she looked like Sunday. Photo by Ashley Chandler

Nassau County Animal Services volunteer Jacque Osborn speaks at Monday’s Board of County Commissioners meeting. Osborn shared photos of a dog named after. The “before” showed her at intake, and the “after” showed what she looked like Sunday. Photo by Ashley Chandler

Volunteers unleash animal control concerns

Ashley Chandler For the Record   The Nassau County Commission chambers were overflowing Aug. 25 with residents fired up about animal care. The discussion at Monday’s meeting already was underway in the weeks prior on social media.