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Tim Devin takes over as Director of Emergency Management

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Tim Devin was selected as the Emergency Management Director on Wednesday, April 3, replacing Mike Ladd, who retired to spend more time with his family. Devin started with … more

For Clay Today | 4/10/24

Clay County Fair Association Office Manager Karen Brown, left. presents Clay County Sheriff's Office Crime Scene Tech Tiffany Thibideau while they were joined by Fair Vice Chair Bill Elrod.

Fair Hero of the Day CCSO Crime Scene Tech Tiffany Thibideau

GREEN COVE SPRINGS—After serving Clay County for more than 11 years and processing 1,945 crime scenes for the Clay County Sheriff's Office, Tiffany Thibideau was recognized Tuesday by the Clay … more

4/9/24

One family stopped in the Early Florida Village to keep track of the progress of the rare solar eclipse Monday.

Sights from the Clay County Agricultural Fair Day 5

GREEN COVE SPRINGS - Bonnie Tyler's "Total Eclipse of the Heart" played on a loop almost unnoticed as guests wandered through the Midway, games, agricultural areas, Early Florida Village, the … more

4/8/24

Orange Park Police Officer Doug Faircloth received the Hero of the Day honor from Clay County Agricultural Fair Office Manager Karen Brown on Thursday, April 4. Officer Faircloth saved a child from drowning in the St. Johns River.

Fair Hero of the Day OPPD Doug Faircloth

4/8/24

Hero of the Day USAF Haley Parks

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – Haley Parks developed an app for the U.S. Air Force to assist trauma medics on the battlefield in monitoring multiple patients’ vital signs in the field to allow seamless … more

4/8/24

Fair Hero of the Day CCSO Sgt. Ben Wase

GREEN COVE SPRINGS - Clay County Sheriff's Office deputy Sgt. Ben Wase was honored as the Hero of the Day at the Clay County Agricultural Fair on Saturday, April 6, for years of distinguished service … more

4/8/24

Fair Hero of the Day CCSO Sgt. Darren Bland

GREEN COVE SPRINGS - Clay County Sheriff's Office Sgt. Darren Bland was honored Monday as the Clay County Agricultural Fair's Hero of the Day. He was selected for his military service and … more

4/8/24

Attendance for the Clay County Agricultural Fair picked up significantly Saturday, and with it, so did appetites along the food court midway.

Sights from Clay County Agricultural fair Day 3

Perfect weather and the first weekend day were the perfect combination for a busy day of excitement, entertainment, agriculture education and fun at the Clay County Agricultural Fair. It was … more

4/7/24

Chapel Hart brought energy, talent and a sassy setlist to the Cattleman's Arena Friday night.

Sights from the Clay County Agricultural Fair Day 2

GREEN COVE SPRINGS - Friday was a Chamber of Commerce-like day for the Clay County Agricultural Fair. It was a perfect day to stroll through the exhibits in the Early Florida Village, before heading … more

4/6/24

From left, daugher Micheal Griffin, husband David White and Heidi White arrived two hours early for opening ceremonies of the Clay County Agricultural Fair. Heidi White was honored as the Greatest Fair Fan.

Heidi White doesn’t waste time enjoying first day of Fair

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – As the Greatest Fair Fan, Heidi White was already guaranteed to be in front of the line when the Clay County Agricultural Fair opened on Day 1 Thursday. But that didn’t … more

Don Coble | 4/5/24

The ribbon cutting ceremony to open the Clay County Agricultural Fair.

Clay County Agricultural Fair is open for fun

GREEN COVE SPRINGS – The first day of the fair had a tremendous turnout. From noon to dusk, fairgoers were in festive spirits. Director of Tourism Kimberly Morgan says the Clay County … more

Jack Randall,
jack@claytodayonline.com | 4/5/24

Overnight parking fines may force Kings Tacos to close or leave town

ORANGE PARK – The town council denied a lien reduction request made by the Kings Tacos food truck regarding $14,235 in overnight parking fines. The business owner appeared devastated Tuesday … more

Jack Randall,
jack@claytodayonline.com | 4/4/24

Rep. Sam Garrison represents northern Clay County. He serves as the Healthcare Appropriations Subcommittee Chairman in the Florida House.

Rep. Sam Garrison returns home from Tallahassee

FLEMING ISLAND – When the 2024 Florida Legislative Session wrapped up in March, Rep. Sam Garrison (R-Fleming Island) reflected and recapped the time at the Capitol in an interview with Clay … more

Jack Randall,
jack@claytodayonline.com | 4/4/24

Bob Byrnes pointing to the display board in front of the Moon Tree.

Around the Moon and back: The Moon Tree

KEYSTONE HEIGHTS – On Jan. 31, 1971, Apollo 14 launched into outer space, and two astronauts rode Command Module " Kitty Hawk" down onto the rocky lunar service. Astronaut … more

Jack Randall,
jack@claytodayonline.com | 4/4/24

Keystone Heights City Councilman Steve Hart receives a plaque as a token of appreciation on his last day April 1 after serving on the city council for a decade.

Councilmember Steve Hart surprised with plaque after decade of public service

KEYSTONE HEIGHTS – Monday, April 1, was Councilmember Steve Hart's last day as an elected official for the city council. The city staff had a surprise – and it wasn't an April Fool's … more

Jack Randall,
jack@claytodayonline.com | 4/4/24

Law enforcement members who make up NEFL INTERCEPT released the results of their first-year effort to battle human trafficking and child exploitation.

INTERCEPT task force winning the fight against human trafficking

The seven law enforcement agencies and the U.S. Attorney’s Office that make up the Northeast Florida INTERCEPT Task Force reunited last week to report the first-year success of their program to … more

By Don Coble don@claytodayonline.com | 4/4/24

Salvation Army's Empty Bowls returns April 23

MIDDLEBURG – Give a meal, get a meal – that's the idea behind the annual18th Annual Empty Bowls charity drive. The $20 ticket grants you entry to the luncheon on April 23 from 11 … more

Jack Randall,
jack@claytodayonline.com | 4/4/24

Charlie Van Zant Jr. stands with his family.

First 100 days in office: Charlie Van Zant reflects on new job

KEYSTONE HEIGHTS – Charlie Van Zant Jr. was hired as the new city manager in January . More than 100 days into his new job, he said time flies when you're having fun. "I'm loving it and … more

Jack Randall,
jack@claytodayonline.com | 4/4/24

You can view the solar eclipse by making a pinhole viewer and keeping the Sun at your back.

SJR State College, OP Mall getting ready for eclipse

ORANGE PARK – Northeast Florida rarely gets to see a solar eclipse – albeit with protected glasses – so St. Johns River College and the Orange Park Mall are making the most of the occasion. The … more

Clay Today Staff | 4/4/24

A record offering of $5,466 was donated to Lake Area Ministries from last Sunday morning's Easter Sunrise Service at the Pavilion. It was a beautiful, love-filled time with our community. Many thanks to the Kiwanians who made this possible and the sun-splashed daybreak that created a glorious background during the service.

Eastern Sunrise Service celebrated at Keystone Heights

4/4/24

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