6/11/25 @ 3:00 p.m. - Join local knife maker John Thompson for a special program at the Yulee Library on June 24th from 6:00-7:00 p.m. John will display his artistry in the captivating field of knife making. Participants will have the opportunity to see a variety of handcrafted knives and discover how they are made. Whether your are a knife enthusiast or just intrigued by the craft, this event will be enlightening and inspiring. 

RSVP at www.nassaureads.com. Contact the Library with questions at (904) 530-6500.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

6/11/25 @ 9:00 a.m. - In recent years, the Board of County Commissioners has made it a priority to document and preserve the county’s rich historical heritage. To achieve this, the County has implemented a multi-phased strategy to conduct Historical Resources Surveys across the various parts of Nassau County. These surveys aim to identify and evaluate historically significant sites and structures, with the ultimate goal of submitting eligible properties to the Florida Master Site File maintained by the State of Florida. Typically, these historic resources include buildings that are over 50 years old—constructed in 1975 or earlier.

The County completed Phase One of the Historical Resources Survey in June 2020 which consisted of surveying the US-17, US-1, SR200, Callahan, Boulogne, Bryceville and Nassauville areas in Nassau County, including 558 historic structures, each of which were recorded into the Florida Master Site File.

Phase Two of the survey will consist of surveying an additional 250-300 structures and is currently underway. There will not be a formal presentation however Planning Department staff and the consultants for the project, Stantec and the Community Planning Collaborative, will be present at the Hilliard Branch Library on Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. to share information about the Historic Resources Survey initiative and allow the community to ask questions and provide feedback. 

We look forward to seeing you there!

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

6/10/25 @ 6:00 a.m. - For this Turtle Talk Tuesday, we have a message from Mary Duffy, President of the Amelia Island Sea Turtle Watch, sharing early season activities which include locating two rare species. 

From Mary Duffy
"Sea turtle nesting on Amelia Island in 2025 has been steady since it started on April 30. We have a total of 47 nests on the island. Four are located on Ft. Clinch property and 43 are scattered along the AISTW beach to the south end state park. It is exciting to report that in addition to our family of loggerheads, we are sporting a leatherback nest and a green turtle nest!

The leatherback nest was laid in the project area and was therefore relocated. When we say it takes a village to relocate a leatherback nest, we mean it takes many people to locate the eggs and then more people to dig the new nest cavity. Thirteen AISTW permitted volunteers were involved in both stages. After about an hour of digging, the clutch was finally located. The top egg was found 27 inches down. The cavity that contained the eggs was another 11 inches down with a width of 15 inches.

After locating the eggs in the original nest, they were carefully placed into buckets for transport. Viable leatherback eggs are the size of a billiard ball. To insure the larger eggs have enough oxygen to develop, female leatherbacks will also deposit what are called “spacer eggs”. These eggs, actually calcium deposits, are a variety of sizes. This insures the creation of pockets of air inside the cavity for successful development.

The receiving nest cavity if carefully measured to fashion the original cavity. Once the cavity has been measured and formed, the eggs are carefully placed inside. The last eggs out of the original cavity, will be returned to the bottom of the new site.

Nest relocation is very laborious. It’s a good thing the green turtle nest was not in the project area and AISTW personnel only had to mark off the site!

It may not be a big season in terms of numbers of nests, but it certainly is proving to be interesting."

The Board of County Commissioners commends the AISTW for all their hard work and dedication. 

-Sabrina Robertson
​ Communications Officer

6/9/25 @ 9:00 a.m. - Below is a sampling of Library programs taking place this week. A full calendar of events can be found at www.nassaureads.com. 

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

6/6/25 @ 4:30 p.m.

During the four hour Two All Community Day Event, Derrick will host his annual backpack and bike giveaway. The giveaway is limited to the first 300 kids and begins at 10am on June 21st in the Yulee Sports Complex Gymnasium.

A big thank you to Derrick and his foundation, the Two All Foundation. Founded by Derrick, the Two All Foundation aims to provide resources and support to youth, particularly those facing challenges due to their backgrounds, circumstances or other challenges. To learn more about the Two All Foundation, please click here: https://twoallfoundation.org/

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

6/6/25 @ 11:45 a.m. - Florida Power & Light has notified the Board of County Commissioners of their intent to conduct tree and vegetation maintenance in the Nassauville area in the next few weeks.  Work will be performed by FPL's qualified line-clearing contractor, Asplundh Tree Expert. 

Trees and vegetation are a leading cause of outages – especially during hurricanes and severe weather.

Please visit fpl.com/trees to learn more about power line safety, FPL's line-clearing program and other information. If you have any related inquiries, please call 904-824-7619. Thank you.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

6/6/25 @ 2:00 p.m. - Below are pictures from the week of May 30 - June 6, 2025. 

-Sabrina Robertson
​ Communications Officer

6/5/25 @ 11:00 a.m. - June 5th is World Environment Day, a day celebrated annually to encourage awareness and action for the protection of the environment. This year's World Environment Day focuses on ending plastic pollution. According to the World Environmental Day website, plastic pollution affects every corner of the planet. Plastics contribute to environmental degradation, soil contamination, and is harmful to the ecosystem.

Microplastics are now being found in the human body, raising concerns about potential health impacts. Long-term effects are being researched but early studies have indicated that microplastics can interfere with digestion, nutrient absorption, and overall health. 

While reducing plastic pollution nationally requires policy changes and technological advances, there are things residents can do locally to make a difference. 

• Reduce consumption: Choose products with minimal packaging. Opt for bulk purchases instead of individually wrapped items and avoid single-use plastics like cutlery, straws and water bottles. 
• Reuse items: Carry reusable bags, water bottles and food containers. 
• Recycle effectively: learn about your local recycling guidelines and ensure you're properly sorting and disposing of plastic waste. 
• Support businesses that reduce plastic waste: Your purchasing decisions can influence businesses to adopt more sustainable practices. 
• Cook more: Making your own meals can significantly reduce the amount of plastic packaging you consume. 
• Choose reusable alternatives: Opt for glass and stainless steel containers instead of plastic ones, and use wooden cutting boards instead of plastic ones. 
• Be mindful of microplastics: Avoid products that intentionally add microplastics that later end up in the ocean. 

Local garbage companies offer recycling to their customers. However, Nassau County also provides three recycling facilities where you can dispose of your plastic waste at no-cost. For locations, please click here. 

-Sabrina Robertson
​ Communications Officer

6/4/25 @ 5:00 p.m. 

Nassau County’s very own Heisman Trophy Winner and former Yulee Hornet Football star Derrick Henry is returning to host the “Two-All Community Day” event. 

​The event will take place on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 10am-2pm at the Yulee Sports Complex located at 86118 Goodbread Road, Yulee, FL 32097 and will feature kid’s activities, water attractions, food trucks, and appearances by King Derrick Henry himself.

Stay tuned for details!

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer