Nassau County Insider

• Dangerous dryness grips Florida despite rain, ranking us among the most at-risk states.
• Over 1,600 wildfires fought in Q1 – more than half the...

Florida fire conditions are ripe ahead of peak season, with Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson providing a statewide update. Nassau County residents, prioritize fire safety and preparedness now.

School Safety Win: Anonymous bomb threat at 2:59pm Monday triggered secure hold at Callahan Middle, Intermediate, and West Nassau High; deputies swept...

A1A Safety Concerns

• 🔥 Multi-Car Crash Update: Two people hospitalized after a multi-car collision on State Road A1A near Mayport have been...

Nearby JEA in turmoil: Jacksonville Council postpones board confirmations.

• Rules Committee defers votes on Joe DiSalvo and Randy Wyse by at least...

• Redistricting first: Special session set for April 20 to redraw congressional maps early, at DeSantis's urging.
• Budget and property taxes delayed:...

• West Nassau crushes Hilliard 28-0 in Gateway Conference first-round flag football playoff
• Nassau families: Track more Northeast Florida HS...

Florida's cost of living growth nearly quintupled to 5.8% annually from 1.3% in 2010s, ranking it 18th nationally, 4th in South.

Key impacts on daily...

• Chaotic wreck: Multi-car crash near Mayport hospitalized 3 (one life-threatening), shut down road; truck flipped after rear-end, victims released.
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Big funding chance for Nassau mental health orgs! Florida Blue Foundation is awarding ~$3.2M in four-year grants ($300K-$400K each) to Florida...

• Hot Easter vibes: Morning 60s-70s climb to mid-upper 80s afternoon, warmer than typical – perfect for outdoor plans.
• Shower watch: Pop-up...

Nassau County Brush Fire Updates

• 🔥 Keel Court Evacuations Lifted: Keel Court has reopened to residents after evacuations from the brush fire,...

Quick timeline of Nassau County's Keel Court fire today:

• 1:30 p.m. alert: Sheriff's Office evacuates homes due to large brush fire near Harbor...

• Summer-like warmth: Inland highs near 90° Saturday, mid-80s Sunday with gusty sea breezes
• Fire risks high: Exceptional/extreme drought and winds elevate danger
• Drought relief ahead: Widespread beneficial rain arrives Sunday night-Monday

Key upgrade for Nassau's coastal prep ahead of June 1 season start:

• Enhanced cone now permanent, adding colored watches/warnings after 2 years of...

Water Restrictions Amid Drought

• ⚡ Mandatory Irrigation Limits: The St. Johns River Water Management District has implemented mandatory water...

• Gov. DeSantis appointed four new members and reappointed four to the Florida State College at Jacksonville board.
• New: Virginia Berg (ex-FSCJ gov...

Urgent alert: Northeast Florida's exceptional drought means one day per week lawn irrigation only, by address. Protects drinking water, springs, and...

Key campaign pledges for District 2 residents (south Amelia Island, Nassauville, O’Neil):

• 10% across-the-board spending reduction proposed at Winter...

Nassau County Sheriff Bill Leeper showcased the county's commitment to public safety by joining a regional FDLE leadership panel in Fernandina Beach,...