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Stamp Out Hunger

Stamp Out Hunger

Stamp out hunger

For the RecordThe nation’s largest single-day food drive, the USPS Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive, is just days away. On Saturday, May 9, Nassau County residents are encouraged to take part in this impactful annual event benefiting local families in need.
Nassau County students perform “Guys & Dolls Jr.” at Hilliard Elementary School April 30.

Nassau County students perform “Guys & Dolls Jr.” at Hilliard Elementary School April 30.

Students perform ‘Guys & Dolls Jr.’

Nassau County students perform “Guys & Dolls Jr.” at Hilliard Elementary School April 30. The Baillie Players worked with the students to memorize their lines and learn their places on the stage. Students from several schools joined together for the performance.
HMSHS senior McKenzie Roberts receives a $10,000 scholarship for writing an award-winning essay.

HMSHS senior McKenzie Roberts receives a $10,000 scholarship for writing an award-winning essay.

Program graduates largest class

For the RecordA record 80 graduates completed the University of US program during its 10th year. They were honored at the annual US Graduation Ceremony at Yulee High School April 27.
illiard’s Avery Vennard, Zoe Gray, and Neveah Brown high five before the start of an inning at top left as the Lady Flashes face off with the Lady Warriors Friday night.

illiard’s Avery Vennard, Zoe Gray, and Neveah Brown high five before the start of an inning at top left as the Lady Flashes face off with the Lady Warriors Friday night.

Lady Warriors defeat Hilliard again

Hilliard’s Avery Vennard, Zoe Gray, and Neveah Brown high five before the start of an inning at top left as the Lady Flashes face off with the Lady Warriors Friday night. The Hilliard team lost 12-1 in the county rivalry game. Lady Warrior Brylei Page prepares to run for second base above.
HMSHS students Jayden Kjensino, Paul Nighbert, Madison Hemingway, Alina Roberts, and Andrew Burgess stand together as they learn about different career opportunities.

HMSHS students Jayden Kjensino, Paul Nighbert, Madison Hemingway, Alina Roberts, and Andrew Burgess stand together as they learn about different career opportunities.

HMSHS students learn about career opportunities

Hilliard Middle-Senior High School students learn about different career options Friday.Career opportunities onsite included the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office, W.W.
West Nassau FFA students gather together.

West Nassau FFA students gather together.

Petting zoo open May 2

Anna NewhoffNCR ReporterFamilies are invited to celebrate the start of summer at the West Nassau High School chapter of Future Farmers of America’s kickoff event, featuring a petting zoo and vendor market.
Flames course through trees in Hilliard throughout the weekend. The fire was 80% contained as the Record went to press Tuesday afternoon. Community members rallied together to feed the first responders, who staged at the Stein Tompkins Sports Complex. Hilliard Little League canceled all of Saturday’s games to give the firefighters room to work and keep players out of the smoke.

Flames course through trees in Hilliard throughout the weekend. The fire was 80% contained as the Record went to press Tuesday afternoon. Community members rallied together to feed the first responders, who staged at the Stein Tompkins Sports Complex. Hilliard Little League canceled all of Saturday’s games to give the firefighters room to work and keep players out of the smoke.

Fires ignite community aid

Anna NewhoffNCR Reporter The community rallied together as 600 acres burn in three Hilliard wildfires.The Nassau County Board of County Commissioners officially placed Nassau County under a burn ban April 15. Two days later, three wildfires caught fire in Hilliard.
Freemasons gather together for the 100 Man Mason meeting at the Northeast Florida Fairgrounds March 28. Submitted

Freemasons gather together for the 100 Man Mason meeting at the Northeast Florida Fairgrounds March 28. Submitted

Historic gathering of Masons

Anna NewhoffNCR ReporterA historic Masonic Lodge ceremony at the Northeast Florida Fairgrounds honored Masons from Northeast Florida and South Georgia.Many Master Masons gathered for awards, fellowship, and learning at the 100 Man Mason meeting March 28.
Hilliard Middle-Senior High CNA students celebrate a 100% pass rate.

Hilliard Middle-Senior High CNA students celebrate a 100% pass rate.

County CNAs achieve 100% passing rate

Nassau County School District students in the Certified Nursing Assistant program achieved a 100% pass rate on their industry certification exams. All students earned their CNA certification, allowing them to enter the healthcare workforce immediately after graduation.
The Girls on the Run club at Callahan Intermediate School crossed the finish line of their 5K goal at the University of North Florida Saturday. Third-grader Isabella Williams, 8, finished in the top 20 runners of more than 2,000 participants. The girls spent weeks practicing for the run and ran with buddies as they learned to set goals and believe in themselves. Submitted

The Girls on the Run club at Callahan Intermediate School crossed the finish line of their 5K goal at the University of North Florida Saturday. Third-grader Isabella Williams, 8, finished in the top 20 runners of more than 2,000 participants. The girls spent weeks practicing for the run and ran with buddies as they learned to set goals and believe in themselves. Submitted

CIS girls on the run

The Girls on the Run club at Callahan Intermediate School crossed the finish line of their 5K goal at the University of North Florida Saturday. Third-grader Isabella Williams, 8, finished in the top 20 runners of more than 2,000 participants.