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Students from Hilliard Elementary School visit Washington, D.C. before spring break.

Students from Hilliard Elementary School visit Washington, D.C. before spring break.

Local schools take over Washington, D.C.

News Staff
Tuesday, April 1, 2025
Students from Hilliard Elementary School visit Washington, D.C. before spring break. The students met with U.S. Rep. Aaron Bean (R-Fernandina Beach) and toured historic sites. Submitted
Paul Schwend announces that Raymond Fachko, center, is the recipient of the 2024-25 Nassau County Economic Development Board Chairman’s Award. They are joined by Jacob Hagan, left, and Fred Pike, as well as several friends and family members. Photo by Amanda Bishop

Paul Schwend announces that Raymond Fachko, center, is the recipient of the 2024-25 Nassau County Economic Development Board Chairman’s Award. They are joined by Jacob Hagan, left, and Fred Pike, as well as several friends and family members. Photo by Amanda Bishop

Fachko receives accolades

Amanda Bishop
Tuesday, April 1, 2025
Amanda Bishop NCR Editor & Publisher   Retired Callahan businessman Raymond Fachko received accolades Thursday for his many years of dedication to the community during his tenure at the former Brandies Ace Hardware.
Nassau County Sheriff Bill Leeper points to a board displaying those arrested during Operation Deviant Nightfall. He held a press conference. Photo by Anna Newhoff

Nassau County Sheriff Bill Leeper points to a board displaying those arrested during Operation Deviant Nightfall. He held a press conference. Photo by Anna Newhoff

23 deviants arrested during NCSO operation

News Staff
Tuesday, April 1, 2025
Anna Newhoff NCR Reporter   A total of 23 deviants were busted during a multi-state child predator sting.  The Nassau County Sheriff’s Office held a press conference March 27 about its multi-phase operation targeting sexual predators.
West Nassau Historical Society President John Hendricks shares a laugh with Vice President Jerry Peterson

West Nassau Historical Society President John Hendricks shares a laugh with Vice President Jerry Peterson

Railroad Day

Amanda Bishop
Tuesday, April 1, 2025
West Nassau Historical Society President John Hendricks shares a laugh with Vice President Jerry Peterson during the 20th annual Railroad Day Festival March 29. The annual festival serves as a fundraiser for the historical society. New members are always sought. Visit www.wnhsfl.org to learn more.
A Crescent City man walking along U.S. 301 died Wednesday evening.

A Crescent City man walking along U.S. 301 died Wednesday evening.

Pedestrian dies on U.S. 301

News Staff
Thursday, March 27, 2025
Amanda Bishop NCR Editor & Publisher A Crescent City man died after he was struck by two vehicles Wednesday night. According to a press release from the Florida Highway Patrol, the 59-year-old had been involved in a single-vehicle crash on Ford Road in Bryceville.
Director of Strategic Advancement and Economic Resources Brandy Carvalho speaks during the Winter Strategic Planning Session. From left are Commissioner Klynt Farmer, Deputy County Manager Robert Companion, Asst. County Manager Marshall Eyerman, and County Manager Taco Pope. Submitted

Director of Strategic Advancement and Economic Resources Brandy Carvalho speaks during the Winter Strategic Planning Session. From left are Commissioner Klynt Farmer, Deputy County Manager Robert Companion, Asst. County Manager Marshall Eyerman, and County Manager Taco Pope. Submitted

County kicks off planning discussions

News Staff
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Ashley Chandler Community Newspapers, Inc.   County leaders and staff attended a two-day planning event March 13-14 to kick off this year’s budget and planning discussions. The winter Strategic Planning Session is an annual planning event the county holds each year.
Haven on the Hill is filled with campers, tents and generators as people in North Carolina continue to recover from Hurricane Helene, which destroyed the area in September. Submitted

Haven on the Hill is filled with campers, tents and generators as people in North Carolina continue to recover from Hurricane Helene, which destroyed the area in September. Submitted

Nye gathers supplies for N.C. safe haven

News Staff
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Anna Newhoff NCR Reporter   A Callahan woman is dedicated to helping those affected by Hurricane Helene.  Tammy Nye has been traveling back and forth, delivering supplies donated by generous locals who want to support those in need.
At the OrlandoFest music competition March 15, the Hilliard Middle-Senior High School band is rated superior and achieved first place in the Class A concert band division.

At the OrlandoFest music competition March 15, the Hilliard Middle-Senior High School band is rated superior and achieved first place in the Class A concert band division.

Superior rating for Hilliard band

News Staff
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
At the OrlandoFest music competition March 15, the Hilliard Middle-Senior High School band is rated superior and achieved first place in the Class A concert band division.
Hunter Tucker, 4, eyes a model train during the 2024 Railroad Day Festival. Plenty of activities await local families at the event Saturday. Visit www.fb.com/wnhsfl.org to learn more.

Hunter Tucker, 4, eyes a model train during the 2024 Railroad Day Festival. Plenty of activities await local families at the event Saturday. Visit www.fb.com/wnhsfl.org to learn more.

Festival chugs into town Saturday

News Staff
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Anna Newhoff NCR Reporter   All aboard for the 20th Railroad Day Festival and Car Show. This Saturday, step back in time to celebrate the history of Callahan’s railway. This year’s event is especially significant as it coincides with Nassau County’s 200th birthday.