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The chill has arrived! 40-degree lows remain in the forecast through Saturday
Read full article: The chill has arrived! 40-degree lows remain in the forecast through SaturdayLows will be in the upper 30s to low 40’s into Saturday. Saturday will be the coldest morning of the week. We also have a high-pressure system lingering over us, which keeps the rain away, and provides all sunshine, all day!
Ten-time Olympian Caeleb Dressel stars as the ‘Hometown Hero’ for the city of Green Cove Springs Christmas Parade
Read full article: Ten-time Olympian Caeleb Dressel stars as the ‘Hometown Hero’ for the city of Green Cove Springs Christmas ParadeThe city of Green Cove Springs is hosting an unforgettable and festive Christmas parade this year and adding in a special guest star in its celebrations.
68-year-old man dies after being hit by car, pick-up on US 17 in Clay County: FHP
Read full article: 68-year-old man dies after being hit by car, pick-up on US 17 in Clay County: FHPA 68-year-old Green Cove Springs man died Tuesday morning after being hit while walking across U.S. 17 at Lovers Lane, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
‘It is hell’: Lake Asbury residents are beyond frustrated with ongoing road construction ahead of First Coast Expressway
Read full article: ‘It is hell’: Lake Asbury residents are beyond frustrated with ongoing road construction ahead of First Coast ExpresswayResidents in several subdivisions have been dealing with massive traffic slowdowns for several months in Lake Asbury. It's the fastest growing part of Clay County.
‘He is just so happy’: Green Cove Springs boy with brain tumor receives new playset thanks to local charity
Read full article: ‘He is just so happy’: Green Cove Springs boy with brain tumor receives new playset thanks to local charityDean is battling brain cancer but spent early Thursday afternoon enjoying his new playset built by volunteers with a charity called Roc Solid Foundation.
River City Beats presents: Holy Romance
Read full article: River City Beats presents: Holy RomanceHoly Romance is an American punk rock band from Green Cove Springs, FL. Their lineup consists of vocalist Nathan Elwood, guitarist Gabe Smakula, bassist Jackson Green, and drummer Haydn Cone. Having grown in popularity in the Florida rock, pop-punk, and emo music scenes, they are known for their soaring and energetic instrumentals, emotional and relatable lyrics, and authentic group chemistry that makes them brothers as well as bandmates. They have been making appearances all over Florida as they continue to grow and will be releasing their album this year.
Political candidate looking for answers as to who stole his campaign signs
Read full article: Political candidate looking for answers as to who stole his campaign signsA Green Cove Springs man running to be a state representative is looking for answers about who stole more than a dozen of his campaign signs last Friday.
Amateur radio operators to host live demonstration in Clay County showing their critical role during emergencies
Read full article: Amateur radio operators to host live demonstration in Clay County showing their critical role during emergencieshttps://www.news4jax.com/news/local/2022/06/26/amateur-radio-operators-one-of-the-first-lines-of-defense-when-a-hurricane-hits/
Deputies investigate threat against Clay County law enforcement facilities in Green Cove Springs
Read full article: Deputies investigate threat against Clay County law enforcement facilities in Green Cove SpringsThe Clay County Sheriff's Office sent out a Safer Watch alert on Tuesday morning after it received a threat against its headquarters in Green Cove Springs.
Clay County sheriff announces potential $7M plan to give all deputies body-worn cameras
Read full article: Clay County sheriff announces potential $7M plan to give all deputies body-worn camerasThe Clay County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) on Monday announced a $7 million plan to issue body-worn cameras to all its deputies over the next five years.
Clay County Sheriff’s Office prepares to keep people safe for ‘Boater Skip Day’ at Bayard Point
Read full article: Clay County Sheriff’s Office prepares to keep people safe for ‘Boater Skip Day’ at Bayard PointHundreds of boaters and community members will head to Bayard Point on Friday for Clay County’s “Boater Skip Day.”
Community comes together to support wife of Green Cove Springs police officer battling cancer
Read full article: Community comes together to support wife of Green Cove Springs police officer battling cancerDozens of community members visited Green Cove Springs Park Saturday afternoon for a special event to support a police officer’s wife who is battling cancer.
Clay High standout and Super Bowl alum gives back to community with youth football camp
Read full article: Clay High standout and Super Bowl alum gives back to community with youth football campCliff Avril was a high school football standout at Clay High in Green Cove Springs and played in the Super Bowl for the Seattle Seahawks.
This weekend marks the last chance to experience thrills at the Clay County Fair
Read full article: This weekend marks the last chance to experience thrills at the Clay County FairIf you haven’t made your way to Green Cove Springs for the Clay County Fair, you have two days left to get your share of fair fun before it’s gone.
Families and children gear up for the 11th annual Mud Run at Seamark Ranch
Read full article: Families and children gear up for the 11th annual Mud Run at Seamark RanchClay County families and children gathered at Seamark Ranch in Green Cove Springs to prepare for the 11th annual Mud Run on April 13.
Shands Bridge will close for 3 weekends starting Friday night due to grating replacement
Read full article: Shands Bridge will close for 3 weekends starting Friday night due to grating replacementThe Shands Bridge will be closed from Friday night until Monday morning for grating replacement, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.
47-year-old bicyclist hit, killed by pickup truck on US 17 in Fleming Island: FHP
Read full article: 47-year-old bicyclist hit, killed by pickup truck on US 17 in Fleming Island: FHPA bicyclist was struck by a pickup truck Monday evening on U.S. 17 near Clay Street in Fleming Island, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
Sheriff: Expect large crowds, road closures, traffic delays with 12 major events on Saturday in Clay County
Read full article: Sheriff: Expect large crowds, road closures, traffic delays with 12 major events on Saturday in Clay CountyClay County will have at least 12 major events happening in different parts of the county on Saturday, Sheriff Michelle Cook announced at a Tuesday morning news conference.
SnapJAX Stories: Retirees give gift of mobility
Read full article: SnapJAX Stories: Retirees give gift of mobilityIt was a picture of a sunrise over a golf course that grabbed our attention this week and we reached out to the person who took it and it led us here to Penney Retirement Community where there's a lot more than meets the eye.
Sheriff: 10 men charged in connection with Clay County undercover child sex sting
Read full article: Sheriff: 10 men charged in connection with Clay County undercover child sex stingClay County Sheriff Michelle Cook announced Wednesday the arrest of 10 men in connection with “Operation Shining Light,” an undercover sting aimed at catching those using the internet to sexually exploit children.
Spring Park Elementary begins first school year in Green Cove Springs
Read full article: Spring Park Elementary begins first school year in Green Cove SpringsClay County’s newest school welcomed its first students to class Thursday morning with a grand entrance at Spring Park Elementary in Green Cove Springs.
Clay County health department offering back-to-school immunizations at fairgrounds for 2 weeks
Read full article: Clay County health department offering back-to-school immunizations at fairgrounds for 2 weeksThe Department of Health in Clay County will be offering immunization services from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday through Friday, from Thursday through Aug. 17 at the Clay County Fairgrounds.
Downed power lines in Green Cove Springs, Fleming Island areas causes power outages
Read full article: Downed power lines in Green Cove Springs, Fleming Island areas causes power outagesSome downed power lines in the Fleming Island and Green Cove Springs areas caused power outages in the area on Tuesday night, according to Clay County Emergency Management.
Clay County school board to consider controversial bathroom policy
Read full article: Clay County school board to consider controversial bathroom policyClay County school leaders are set to vote on a policy that would ban transgender students from using the bathroom associated with their gender identity.
Lines of traffic on SR- 16 not stopping fair fun this year
Read full article: Lines of traffic on SR- 16 not stopping fair fun this yearWith the Clay County Fair being back in town, the concern about traffic on State Road 16, which is the only road to get in and out of the fair, has also returned as fair-goers make their way to the fun.
Clay County Fair opens with new food, rides, same family fun
Read full article: Clay County Fair opens with new food, rides, same family funThe sights, sounds and smells of the Clay County Agricultural Fair are an annual tradition in Green Cove Springs -- and so is seeing Richard Nunn cut the ribbon on Opening Day.
FDEP: No evidence of off-site contaminant migration from former Solite site in Green Cove
Read full article: FDEP: No evidence of off-site contaminant migration from former Solite site in Green CoveAmid the ongoing talks of selling a former Superfund site in Clay County, News4JAX has received a response from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.
Mother devastated after learning daughter, 3-year-old granddaughter were killed in Bradford County crash
Read full article: Mother devastated after learning daughter, 3-year-old granddaughter were killed in Bradford County crashNews4JAx learned the names of the victims in Saturday’s single-vehicle crash in Bradford County that left a 3-year-old and an adult killed and three other children seriously injured.
3-year-old & woman killed, 3 other children seriously hurt in SUV crash near Lawtey, FHP says
Read full article: 3-year-old & woman killed, 3 other children seriously hurt in SUV crash near Lawtey, FHP saysA 3-year-old and an adult were killed and three other children were seriously injured in a single-vehicle crash Saturday in Bradford County, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
Northeast Florida Scottish Highland Games and Festival will put on show this weekend
Read full article: Northeast Florida Scottish Highland Games and Festival will put on show this weekendGet ready to enjoy a “Wee Bit o’ Scotland” this weekend at the Northeast Florida Scottish Highland Games and Festival!
Testimony begins in retrial of man accused of raping, murdering vet tech in Orange Park
Read full article: Testimony begins in retrial of man accused of raping, murdering vet tech in Orange ParkTestimony began Monday in the long-delayed retrial of a man accused of raping and murdering a veterinary technician in Orange Park in 2007.
Family of father, son killed in 2021 Clay County crash want woman accused of DUI behind bars while awaiting trial
Read full article: Family of father, son killed in 2021 Clay County crash want woman accused of DUI behind bars while awaiting trialLoved ones of a father and son killed two years ago in a suspected DUI crash are calling for stiffer penalties for the driver as they wait for trial.
Authorities: Man shoots at Clay County Sheriff’s Office vehicles, at least 1 deputy returns fire
Read full article: Authorities: Man shoots at Clay County Sheriff’s Office vehicles, at least 1 deputy returns fireNo one was hit by gunfire Friday morning when a man accused of attempted murder fired shots at several Clay County Sheriff’s Office vehicles and at least one deputy returned fire in Green Cove Springs, authorities said.
2 Clay County schools put on temporary lockdown after shooting in nearby neighborhood
Read full article: 2 Clay County schools put on temporary lockdown after shooting in nearby neighborhoodTwo Clay County schools were put on a precautionary lockdown Tuesday morning following a shooting that left one person injured.
3rd man suspected in catalytic converter theft ring arrested, Clay County Sheriff’s Office says
Read full article: 3rd man suspected in catalytic converter theft ring arrested, Clay County Sheriff’s Office saysA third man suspected in a series of catalytic converter thefts is now in custody at the Clay County Jail, reveal documents obtained Wednesday by News4JAX.
Clay County leaders exploring huge waterfront shopping district, other projects to boost tourism
Read full article: Clay County leaders exploring huge waterfront shopping district, other projects to boost tourismClay County leaders are eyeing major improvements to their tourism industry that could bring everything from a huge waterfront shopping district in Green Cove Springs to a major convention center and outdoor parks.
Supplies for people affected by Hurricane Ian continue to roll in at Northeast Florida medical clinics
Read full article: Supplies for people affected by Hurricane Ian continue to roll in at Northeast Florida medical clinicsAs Millennium Physician Group continues to collect vital supplies to send to Southwest Florida following Hurricane Ian, staff members now say they’ve gotten more goods than they can imagine.
Group of Northeast Florida doctor’s offices collecting supplies for people impacted by Hurricane Ian
Read full article: Group of Northeast Florida doctor’s offices collecting supplies for people impacted by Hurricane IanSupplies are coming in to help the people in Southwest Florida who were impacted by Hurricane Ian.
Clay County urges caution as residents return after evacuation order lifted
Read full article: Clay County urges caution as residents return after evacuation order liftedAlthough Clay County was largely spared major impacts from Ian, officials warned residents to use caution as they returned to their homes following the lifting of evacuation orders on Friday.
6 years later: Clay County boat ramp reopens after Hurricane Matthew destroys fishing pier
Read full article: 6 years later: Clay County boat ramp reopens after Hurricane Matthew destroys fishing pierThe Clay County Board of County Commissioners announced Friday the reopening of the Shands Boat Ramp, bulkhead and parking areas.
HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital Makes Large Donation to Food Pantry of Green Cove Springs
Read full article: HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital Makes Large Donation to Food Pantry of Green Cove SpringsHCA Florida Orange Park Hospital hosted its first We Show Up Food Drive as part of HCA Florida Healthcare’s statewide We Show Up for Our Communities Week. Throughout the week, HCA Florida Healthcare colleagues are volunteering across the state to support nonprofit organizations in their neighborhoods. Orange Park Hospital collected over 1,000 pounds of food for the Food Pantry of Green Cove Springs.
Power outages planned for parts of Magnolia Point in Clay County
Read full article: Power outages planned for parts of Magnolia Point in Clay CountyAs part of its work to improve the electric utility infrastructure in Magnolia Point, the city of Green Cove Springs says power outages are planned in some residential areas Wednesday.
Clay County working on 2 projects to eliminate major storm damage issues
Read full article: Clay County working on 2 projects to eliminate major storm damage issuesClay County is working to eliminate major damage issues during catastrophic storms like what the county dealt with in 2017 following Hurricane Irma.
Clay County teacher arrested, accused of aggravated child abuse of 1-month-old girl
Read full article: Clay County teacher arrested, accused of aggravated child abuse of 1-month-old girlA Clay County teacher has been suspended after he was arrested and accused of cruelty toward a 1-month-old child and aggravated child abuse.
Judge grants $260K bond to man accused of causing now-deadly Clay County crash
Read full article: Judge grants $260K bond to man accused of causing now-deadly Clay County crashAfter a man died last week following an April crash in Clay County, the driver accused of causing the wreck was back in court on Monday.
Prosecutors: Man ran red light while out on bond in Clay County crash that left another man critically injured
Read full article: Prosecutors: Man ran red light while out on bond in Clay County crash that left another man critically injuredA judge on Monday revoked the bond for a 40-year-old man charged in a fiery crash in Clay County that severely injured a 23-year-old man in April.
Clay County hosts ‘Touch a Truck’ event at fairgrounds Saturday
Read full article: Clay County hosts ‘Touch a Truck’ event at fairgrounds SaturdayClay County will be holding a free community "Touch a Truck" event Saturday at the Clay County Fairgrounds, including a two-hour "quiet" version for sensory sensitive visitors before the lights and sirens get turned on at 11 a.m.
Clay County District Schools covered by ‘active assailant insurance’ policy
Read full article: Clay County District Schools covered by ‘active assailant insurance’ policyThe Clay County School district’s board approved an estimated $1,634,490 to cover its property/casualty/active assailant insurance policies, an increase of $287,305 or 21% over the previous year. Specifically cited among the district’s reasons for the cost increase is the rise in “active assailant premiums.”
New vote-by-mail system will ease ballot process for voters with disabilities
Read full article: New vote-by-mail system will ease ballot process for voters with disabilitiesThe software was created by a Jacksonville-based company, “Enhanced Voting,” which is now vending its products to 37 of Florida’s 67 counties as well as jurisdictions in nine other states, according to the company’s website.
Man accused of holding Green Cove Springs couple hostage expected back in court Monday
Read full article: Man accused of holding Green Cove Springs couple hostage expected back in court MondayThe man accused in a Green Cove Springs home invasion case involving a married couple is expected back in court on Monday.
15-year-old bicyclist hit by SUV, seriously injured in Clay County: troopers
Read full article: 15-year-old bicyclist hit by SUV, seriously injured in Clay County: troopersA teenage bicyclist was hit by a sport utility vehicle and seriously injured Saturday afternoon in Clay County, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
Clay County boy bitten by venomous snake can walk again — and play his favorite sport
Read full article: Clay County boy bitten by venomous snake can walk again — and play his favorite sportA 7-year-old Clay County boy, who was bitten by a venomous snake about a month ago, is now out of a wheelchair and walking again on his own.
Amateur radio operators: One of the first lines of defense when a hurricane hits
Read full article: Amateur radio operators: One of the first lines of defense when a hurricane hitsMembers of the Clay County Amateur Radio Emergency Service are honing in on their skills and preparedness for hurricane season.
Man accused in Clay County hostage case confessed to killing girlfriend, burying her, scamming her parents: records
Read full article: Man accused in Clay County hostage case confessed to killing girlfriend, burying her, scamming her parents: recordsAccording to court documents obtained by News4JAX, Aubrey Lumpkin admitted to killing his girlfriend two years before taking a couple hostage and showed detectives where he’d buried her body -- in the woods behind the same property where they had just rescued the two hostages.
Man accused of holding Green Cove Springs couple hostage hit with new manslaughter charge
Read full article: Man accused of holding Green Cove Springs couple hostage hit with new manslaughter chargeThe man accused in a Green Cove Springs home invasion case involving a married couple now faces manslaughter charges, News4JAX has learned.
Memorial Day services across Northeast Florida remember fallen service members
Read full article: Memorial Day services across Northeast Florida remember fallen service membersPeople came together Monday at Memorial Day services across Northeast Florida to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the United States armed forces.
Arrest made after double shooting leaves 1 dead in Clay County
Read full article: Arrest made after double shooting leaves 1 dead in Clay CountyA 32-year-old man has been charged in a double shooting Friday night that left one victim dead and another hospitalized in Green Cove Springs, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office said.
1 dead, 1 hospitalized in shooting, Clay County Sheriff’s Office says
Read full article: 1 dead, 1 hospitalized in shooting, Clay County Sheriff’s Office saysA spokesperson for the Clay County Sheriff’s Office said deputies are investigating after they were called to investigate a reported shooting Friday evening.
Clay County Sheriff’s Office holds law enforcement memorial to honor the fallen
Read full article: Clay County Sheriff’s Office holds law enforcement memorial to honor the fallenClay County Sheriff's deputies and other law enforcement who lost their lives in the line of duty were remembered in a special memorial Thursday morning.
Potential human remains found in woods behind home where Clay County couple were held hostage: sheriff
Read full article: Potential human remains found in woods behind home where Clay County couple were held hostage: sheriffA dayslong search in the area surrounding a home where a Clay County couple survived a two-day hostage nightmare turned up what are believed to be human remains, Sheriff Michelle Cook announced Friday.
Authorities search woods around home after Clay County couple’s hostage ordeal
Read full article: Authorities search woods around home after Clay County couple’s hostage ordealLaw enforcement officers could be seen Thursday searching the woods around a Green Cove Springs home where Clay County deputies say a couple were held hostage for more than two days.
‘Devastated’ foster daughter shaken by details of Clay County couple’s hostage ordeal
Read full article: ‘Devastated’ foster daughter shaken by details of Clay County couple’s hostage ordealA woman raised by a Clay County couple who endured a shocking hostage ordeal told News4JAX it’s difficult to wrap her mind around her own feelings as she processes the news of what happened to her beloved foster parents.
Arrest report reveals disturbing details of Clay County couple’s hostage ordeal
Read full article: Arrest report reveals disturbing details of Clay County couple’s hostage ordealA Green Cove Springs couple were dehydrated, malnourished and suffering from infections after being bound with duct tape for more than two days in their own home when they were rescued Monday night, according to an arrest report obtained Wednesday by News4JAX.
Special election results: Green Cove City Council, Orange Park Town Council
Read full article: Special election results: Green Cove City Council, Orange Park Town CouncilTuesday was election day in Orange Park and Green Cove Springs. Green Cove Springs had two City Council seats on the ballot, and Orange Park had one Town Council seat.