Voters in the town of Hilliard in Nassau County will be voting for members of their town council, as well as potentially changing how their local government operates.

Nassau County is one of several northeast Florida counties where voters will face a choice on renewing a specific source of property tax funding for local schools.

The Fernandina Beach Branch Library will close on Saturdays beginning Oct. 1, and the Bryceville Branch Library will close Oct. 29, according to the Nassau County Public Library System.

The unemployment rate in Northeast Florida rose to 4.8% in August, according to the latest employment report by CareerSource covering Baker, Clay, Duval, Nassau, Putnam and St. Johns counties.

The Town of Hilliard is under a boil water advisory issued Thursday.

Residential developments in Nassau County where a governmental unit was created to serve the specific needs of its community are selecting candidates for their development district’s Board of Supervisors.

Nassau County detectives arrested a man dubbed the “LEGO Bandit” after saying he led an organized retail-theft ring that stole more than $20,000 in merchandise, including high-priced LEGO sets.

The Nassau County School District has completed its investigation into student conduct that occurred during a Sept. 10 girls’ volleyball match between Fernandina Beach High School and Andrew Jackson High School, issuing a formal apology and outlining steps to prevent future incidents.

Each Tuesday in the season, News4JAX will release its Super 6 football rankings of teams who play independent football. Here are the fifth rankings.

A community call-to-action meeting is planned for Monday after allegations of racist behavior during a high school volleyball game between Fernandina Beach and Andrew Jackson.

The Florida Highway Patrol is at the scene of a traffic crash in Nassau County involving a log truck and what appears to be a patrol car on Friday afternoon.

The Nassau County School District (NCSD) said it is investigating “racially offensive behavior” at a volleyball match played between Andrew Jackson High and Fernandina Beach on Thursday.

Nassau County’s new Vision 2050 plan aims to manage growth, protect rural and coastal character, and improve mobility. Chair Alyson McCullough says residents want balance, not overdevelopment.

Wildlight, a master-planned community spanning 24,000 acres, is expanding across two districts and several residential neighborhoods — bringing new homes, businesses, and services to the area since 2016.

If you’re a Fernandina Beach resident and receive what appears to be an invoice or contract approval letter from the city, verify its legitimacy before shelling out the cash because there’s a chance it’s a scam.

The Nassau County Sheriff’s Office is asking whether additional customers may be victims after the owner of a Fernandina Beach auto shop was arrested Monday on out-of-county warrants, leaving nearly two dozen customer vehicles abandoned at a storage lot.

Sheriffs across Florida are pulling automated license plate readers off state roads after the Florida Department of Transportation revoked the permits that allowed the cameras to operate on state property.

The Nassau County Sheriff’s Office has issued an alert seeking additional victims who may have been defrauded by a contractor accused of accepting payment for services and then failing to deliver.

The Nassau County Sheriff’s Office arrested a fifth person Saturday in connection with a February incident in which a 1-year-old child ingested methamphetamine inside a Callahan home, the agency said.

A Nassau County man was arrested after investigators linked him to a fraud scheme that they said left victims across multiple states out of thousands of dollars.

Members of a popular boat club with locations in Jacksonville, St. Augustine and Fernandina Beach say they were left without access to the boats they pay hundreds of dollars a month to use.

The move comes a day after 75% of voters in Nassau County approved a citizen-led ordinance that requires voter approval before the city can implement paid parking.

The restaurant didn't explain why it's shutting its doors after seven years in business.

Results in primary elections for Nassau County & Fernandina Beach races

The popular restaurant has sat along Fletcher Avenue in Amelia Island since 1957.

Nassau County Schools transportation officials are responding to a parent complaint about bus delays on the first day of school.

If you have any questions or issues with your child’s bus, we have the numbers for each district’s transportation department and bus hotline, along with info for districts with bus apps.

Residents in Fernandina Beach now have an official say on whether paid parking stays or goes downtown. Early voting in the Florida Primary opened in Nassau County Thursday, putting a citizen-led ballot initiative before voters for the first time since the city launched its paid parking program in February.

In an opinion issued in July but released this week, the Florida Supreme Court upheld the death sentence for Patrick McDowell, who shot and killed Nassau County Deputy Joshua Moyers during a traffic stop in 2021.

Republican Aaron Bean is seeking re-election in the 4th Congressional District, which covers Duval County west and north of the St. Johns River and all of Nassau County and Clay County. He faces no challengers in the Republican primary, and will meet the winner of the three-way Democratic primary, LaShonda "LJ" Holloway, as well as a no party affiliation candidate, and a candidate with the Florida Forward party, in the general election.

Heat index soars as showers interrupt summer routine

District 5 board member Lissa Braddock defeated her one challenger in the August primary election. As they were the only candidates in the race, Braddock is re-elected.

The District 2 incumbent, Republican A.M. “Hupp” Huppman, defeated two challengers in the Republican primary on August 18. As they were the only candidates in the race, the primary was open to all voters, and as the winner of the primary, Huppman is re-elected.

Cornerstone Classical Academy, a charter school that first opened in Jacksonville, has put the shovel in the ground to make way for the Wildlight campus in Yulee.

Fernandina Beach voters will elect a city commissioner, choose a mayor, and make a choice on the future of paid parking in the historic downtown district.

A months-long Nassau County Sheriff’s Office investigation ended in the arrests of three individuals accused of conspiring to steal more than $19,000 worth of equipment from West Nassau High School’s baseball team.

Nassau County School District Superintendent Dr. Kathy Burns explained the new e-bike policies during an interview on The Morning Show.

District 4 commissioner Alyson R. McCullough defeated her one challenger in the August Republican primary. As no other candidates qualified for this race, the primary was open to all voters, and as the winner, McCullough is re-elected.

A domestic dispute at a Callahan home Monday afternoon left one person critically injured and a 17-year-old facing an attempted murder charge, according to deputies.

The Nassau County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that occurred Monday afternoon in the Gwen Avenue area of Callahan, according to authorities.

After a Hilliard man was charged in a large-scale fraud scheme that targeted dozens of victims in Nassau County, Sheriff Bill Leeper said it’s possible he wasn’t working alone and more arrests could be coming.

A Hilliard man is accused of orchestrating a large-scale fraud scheme involving stolen identities, forged checks and attempts to steal more than $100,000, according to the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office.

Every year, Joy to the Children hosts its main fundraising event, “Christmas in July,” to support economically disadvantaged children and families in Nassau County, Florida. Founded in 1995, Joy to the Children is dedicated to making Christmas a magical experience through gifts, food, clothing, and family assistance during the holiday season. This year’s Christmas in July takes place on Wednesday, July 23 from 6 to 8 p.m. at The Green Turtle Tavern in downtown Fernandina Beach, featuring a 50/50 raffle and community celebration. To learn more, donate, or volunteer, visit joytothechildren.org or find them on Facebook at facebook.com/joytothechildrennassau.

On Monday, the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office arrested three motorcyclists caught driving around 100 miles per hour on State Road 200 before fleeing from deputies.

All lanes of I-95 South in Nassau County are closed after a deadly crash, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Animal Care and Protective Services and Nassau County Animal Services are investigating a suspected animal cruelty case after a dog with third-degree burns was found abandoned in Duval County, the agencies said Friday.

A 33-year-old Nassau County man has been arrested and charged after an investigation revealed he impregnated a juvenile victim on two separate occasions.

A man is facing attempted second-degree murder charges after Nassau County deputies said he pistol-whipped a woman, fired multiple shots at her as she fled and barricaded himself inside a Callahan home over the Fourth of July holiday weekend.

The beloved Yulee Chick-fil-A restaurant, built in 2004, will soon close to reopen at a new, improved location about a mile down the street on State Road 200.

Voters across Florida will head to the polls for the state’s Primary Election on Tuesday, Aug. 18. If you haven’t checked your registration recently — or if you plan to vote by mail — now is the time to make sure you’re ready.

A woman was arrested last week on suspicion of driving under the influence after deputies responding to a Chick-fil-A employee’s 911 call found two young children in her car, according to the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office.

Construction on a new roundabout at the intersection of Amelia Island Parkway and Buccaneer Trail is in its final stages, and while some drivers welcome the change, others remain skeptical about what it means for their daily commute.

See the county-by-county breakdown of projects across Northeast Florida that were vetoed.

Nine puppies were found abandoned on the side of Heckscher Drive near Amelia Island State Park, and Nassau Humane Society is asking the public for help.

A tractor-trailer flipped onto its side in a crash just before noon Thursday on I-95 southbound in Nassau County.

A Wednesday afternoon crash in Nassau County has closed all northbound lanes on Interstate 95 at State Road 200.

A motorcyclist was killed Wednesday afternoon on I-95 near State Road 200 in Nassau County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

A Jacksonville man is facing multiple charges after Nassau County deputies say he was driving recklessly and under the influence with three young children in his vehicle.

A massive live oak known locally as “Kate’s Tree” lost one of its huge limbs early Sunday, sending the branch crashing into a nearby home and prompting inspections from city arborists and conservationists.

Ravens running back Derrick Henry returned home to Yulee for his third annual Two All Foundation Community Day, surprising Yulee graduate Joshua Barnes with a $10,000 college scholarship. More than 300 kids also received free backpacks, bikes and scooters while enjoying games, water slides and the chance to meet the former Yulee star.

The southbound lanes of US-301 just south of Poder Place in Bryceville in Nassau County are closed due to a traffic crash, according to the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office.

A 21-year-old Fernandina Beach man is dead following a crash on State Road A1A in Nassau County late Thursday evening.

Gov. DeSantis signed 17 bills into law on Tuesday, with some having local impacts in Duval and Nassau County.

Nassau County commissioners approved a 12-month moratorium Monday night on accepting, reviewing or approving applications tied to data center facilities — giving the county time to study potential impacts before deciding how to handle future projects.

Fernandina Beach Pride Inc. hosted its sixth annual Pride Parade and Festival on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Central Park in historic Fernandina Beach.

A woman who spent more than a decade managing finances for a Nassau County church has been ordered to begin repaying what authorities say was more than $570,000 she stole from the congregation over five years.

Dozens of tenants at a Callahan apartment complex are scrambling to find new housing after Nassau County code enforcement notice advised residents to vacate the property due to multiple safety and occupancy violations.

Nassau County Sheriff’s Office deputies rushed into a burning home to rescue a resident while responding to an unrelated call on May 26.

Nassau County Sheriff’s Office deputies came to the rescue last month when a woman accidentally locked her keys inside her vehicle along with her dog. Deputies said the accident serves as an important reminder to never leave pets unattended in a vehicle, especially during Florida’s hot weather.

Nassau County leaders have set up a Fact-Finding Committee on Data Center Development as the county weighs how to handle large data center projects.

Fernandina Beach leaders said e-bikes are becoming a growing safety concern downtown, with complaints about riders speeding, doing wheelies and blowing through stop signs.

Fernandina Beach city commissioners took up a proposed e-bike ordinance Tuesday night in a first reading, sparking debate over safety, enforcement, and the growing popularity of electric bicycles.

A canceled land deal between JEA and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Nassau County Foundation has attracted the notice of State Attorney Melissa Nelson’s office, according to a subpoena that one of her veteran prosecutors sent last week to the utility, a copy of which The Florida Trib and News4JAX reviewed.

A driver was killed early Sunday morning after losing control of a vehicle, striking a palm tree, and becoming trapped as the car caught fire, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

Scattered storms to continue before sunny skies return Thursday

Nassau County commissioners advanced a first-reading moratorium on data centers after residents packed a meeting, warning about water, power, and infrastructure costs. Final public hearing and vote is June 8.

The high school softball playoffs opened on Wednesday night with nine area teams moving on to next week’s second round and another three advancing on Thursday night.

A Harris Teeter supermarket and surrounding businesses in Fernandina Beach were evacuated due to possible gas-related issues on Tuesday afternoon.

Members of the North Florida community gathered Thursday in Hilliard to honor volunteer firefighter Kevin Crews, remembered for his faith, service, and sacrifice after dying while battling a brush fire.

The funeral arrangements for a firefighter with the Hilliard Volunteer Fire Department, who died after suffering a medical emergency while battling the Old Dixie Highway Fire, were announced Monday.

The funeral arrangements for a firefighter with the Hilliard Volunteer Fire Department, who died after suffering a medical emergency while battling the Old Dixie Highway Fire, were announced Monday.

A firefighter with the Hilliard Volunteer Fire Department has died after suffering a medical emergency while battling a brush fire, according to Nassau County Fire and Rescue Chief Brady Rigdon.

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The Nassau County School District is closely monitoring smoke conditions and road accessibility amid active fires in and around the county, including potential impacts to school campuses.

The community stepped up for firefighters battling the Conner-Nelson Fire in Nassau County.

Overall, rain chances remain low this weekend; thus, the Fire Weather Watch is extended through 9 p.m. on Monday.

Two brush fires are burning in Nassau County, prompting road closures and drawing a response from multiple agencies.

Fire Weather Watch issued as onshore winds increase and humidity drops

County Road 108 overpass from Owens Park Road to Highway 17 is closed after driver crashes into barrier and flips onto I-95 North.

A brush fire that prompted temporary evacuations in a Nassau County neighborhood Saturday is now 98% contained, officials said, after firefighters and forestry crews spent hours working to stop the flames from spreading near homes in the Fernandina Beach area.

A large brush fire has prompted the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office to evacuate homes on Keel Court.

A woman killed Friday night in a double shooting at a Ponte Vedra Walgreens has been identified as a mother of two who recently became a grandmother “barely a year ago,” according to a GoFundMe campaign created by the woman’s brother.

Christian Barrios was arrested following a multi-county police chase after allegedly committing a double homicide at a Walgreens in Ponte Vedra. Reports indicate he confronted his girlfriend over alleged infidelity, resulting in gunfire that left two dead. Barrios, with prior convictions, faces charges including first-degree murder and grand theft, and is expected to be indicted by a grand jury, possibly facing a life sentence.

As the investigation continues into the shooting deaths of two people in the parking lot of Walgreens in St. Johns County, more information is coming out about the events that led to the suspected shooter’s arrest.

New details have emerged in Friday night’s double homicide at a Ponte Vedra Walgreens, as arrest documents reveal the man accused allegedly confronted his girlfriend and another man over suspected infidelity before the shooting.

A Sunoco gas station in Nassau County was damaged when storms rolled through Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia Monday afternoon.

The man accused of fatally shooting two people in a Walgreens parking lot not far from The Players Championship has been in and out of jail 27 times, according to his criminal record.

St. Johns County residents are on edge after two people were killed Friday night in a Walgreens parking lot near The Players.

A 43-year-old man is dead after a UTV crash in Nassau County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

A man accused of fatally shooting two people in Ponte Vedra was arrested in Nassau County just before 8 a.m. on Saturday, the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office said.