6/11/26 @ 7:00 p.m.

​On Friday, June 12, 2026, flags across Florida will be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset in remembrance of the victims of the Pulse tragedy.

Ten years ago, on June 12, 2016, a mass shooting occurred at Pulse Nightclub in Orlando during a Latin Night event. Forty-nine innocent lives were lost and fifty-three others were injured in what remains one of the deadliest acts of violence in our nation’s history. The attack is recognized as a tragic act of terrorism and is remembered each year across the state and country. Pulse nightclub shooting

In accordance with the Governor’s directive, the flags of the United States and the State of Florida will be lowered at all local and state buildings, installations, and grounds throughout Florida.

We join communities across the state in honoring the lives lost, supporting the survivors, and remembering all those impacted by this tragedy.

-Sabrina Robertson
​ Communications Officer

6/10/26 @ 6:00 a.m.

As part of the Amelia Island Parkway & Buccaneer Trail Roundabout project, please be advised of the following upcoming traffic impacts and construction activities:

Single-Lane Closure & Truck Apron Installation (June 15–26)
Beginning Monday, June 15, 2026, Maer Construction will shift northbound traffic into the southbound lane to construct approximately two-thirds of the brick paver truck apron within the roundabout. On Saturday, June 20, traffic will shift back to the northbound lane so crews can complete the remaining apron work. Weather permitting, construction is expected to take less than two weeks.

Temporary Full Intersection Closure – Saturday, June 20
A temporary full closure of the intersection will be required on Saturday, June 20, from approximately 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM to safely complete concrete work within the splitter islands and install ADA detectable warning mats.

Traffic Detours & Management

• Southbound Amelia Island Parkway traffic will be detoured via Simmons Road to Fletcher Avenue/SR A1A
• Northbound traffic will remain open through the roundabout during apron work
• Nassau County will supplement contractor signage with message boards at the 14th Street/AIP roundabout and the Amelia City roundabout to provide advance notice and driver guidance.

Upcoming Project Operations

• Structural asphalt on the south leg of Amelia Island Parkway is tentatively scheduled for the week of June 22, with both directions expected to reopen shortly thereafter
• Final friction course paving throughout the project area is tentatively planned for a Saturday following the Independence Day holiday weekend. Additional details will be shared once confirmed.
• The final project component will include installation of thirteen new concrete poles and streetlights to improve intersection lighting.

Thank you to residents, businesses, and motorists for your continued patience and cooperation as we complete these important improvements. If you have any questions, please contact the Capital Projects Department at (904) 530-6370 or email [email protected]. 

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

6/10/26 @ 1:30 p.m.

Thank you to everyone who attended last night’s Nassau County Fact-Finding Committee meeting at the West Nassau High School Cafetorium in Callahan.

During the meeting, committee members discussed what they have heard so far throughout the fact-finding process, interesting information and perspectives they have learned, and clarified the Committee’s role in gathering information related to potential data center development and its impacts on Nassau County. The discussion also included committee dialogue and citizen comments.

The next Fact-Finding Committee meeting is scheduled for Thursday, June 18, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the BOCC Commission Chambers in Yulee.

Currently, the scheduled speaker is:
• Clay Coarsey, Director, Division of Water Supply Planning and Assessment, St. Johns River Water Management District

Please note schedules and speakers are subject to change.

Residents can continue following the process, viewing meeting materials, watching videos, and submitting public comments at nassaufl.co/DataCenters-FactFinding

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

6/10/26 @ 10:30 a.m.

​On Saturday, June 6, 2026, approximately 2,000 people joined us to celebrate the grand opening of Westside Regional Park, and we could not be more grateful for the overwhelming community support shown throughout the day.

From live music performances by The Honey Badgers, Claire Wright, Marc Broussard, and Corey Smith to kayaking tours, pickleball clinics, astronomy demos, family activities, food vendors, and the spectacular drone show finale, the park was filled with energy, excitement, and community spirit from start to finish. 

A heartfelt thank you goes out to all of our vendors, volunteers, performers, public safety personnel, community partners, and especially the Nassau County Parks & Recreation Department and County staff who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make this event possible.

​We would also like to recognize our presenting sponsor, McCall Construction Management, along with Prime AE, Kimley-Horn, Nassau Open MRI, and Ring Power/CAT for their valued support and partnership in helping bring this special event to life.

Most importantly, thank you to the residents and visitors who came out to experience Nassau County’s newest park and celebrate this exciting milestone with us. We hope Westside Regional Park becomes a place where memories are made for generations to come.

Take a look at some highlights from an unforgettable day below! 

-Sabrina Robertson
​ Communications Officer

6/10/26 @ 8:35 a.m.

​Sea turtles are protected under the Federal Endangered Species Act and Florida’s Marine Turtle Protection Act. It is illegal to harm, harass, pursue, hunt, shoot, wound, kill, trap, or capture any sea turtle or disturb its habitat. Under Florida law, it is also a felony to disturb, destroy, or harass a sea turtle or its nest.

Throughout sea turtle nesting season, Amelia Island Sea Turtle Watch (AISTW) and its dedicated volunteers work tirelessly to identify, monitor, and track sea turtle nests across Amelia Island. These important efforts help protect these valuable marine species and improve hatchling success. Leaving nesting sites undisturbed is critical to their protection.

As we continue tracking sea turtle nests throughout Nassau County, we encourage everyone to do their part to help protect these endangered animals. Never disturb sea turtles, their nests, or any marked nesting areas.

If you witness someone disturbing a sea turtle, harassing a nesting female, or tampering with a nest, do not intervene directly. Instead, contact the FWC Wildlife Alert Hotline at 1-888-404-FWCC (3922) or dial #FWC from your mobile phone.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

6/9/26 @ 8:45 a.m. - 

​The Nassau County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) voted last night to approve a temporary moratorium on the acceptance, review, and approval of applications for development permits, development orders, rezonings, or site plans related to data center facilities in Nassau County.

The first public hearing on the proposed moratorium was held on April 13, 2026, with the second and final hearing taking place last night. Ordinance No. 2026-044 establishes the moratorium for up to 12 months while the County continues to review, study and hold public workshops and hearings to prepare and adopt amendments to its Comprehensive Plan, Land Development Regulations, and Code of Ordinances as necessary to address the demands of data center facilities. 

The Nassau County Fact-Finding Committee will continue gathering information related to environmental impacts, water consumption, electrical demand, infrastructure capacity, land use compatibility, economic impacts, and other issues associated with data center development before providing findings to the BOCC for future policy consideration.

The next Fact-Finding Committee meeting will be held tonight at 5:00 p.m. at the West Nassau High School Cafetorium in Callahan and will consist of citizen comments and committee discussion.
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Residents can follow the process, view meeting materials, watch videos, and submit public comments at nassaufl.co/DataCenters-FactFinding.

The BOCC would like to thank all residents, stakeholders, presenters, and community members who have participated in meetings, submitted comments, and remained engaged throughout this ongoing process.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

6/9/26 @ 6:00 a.m. - It's Turtle Talk Tuesday and today we have some interesting news to share!

Did you know researchers have documented what may be the first known olive ridley sea turtle nest in Florida? Earlier this season, researchers with Loggerhead Marinelife Center spotted a rare olive ridley sea turtle, nicknamed “Tini,” nesting on Jupiter Beach. 
Olive ridley sea turtles are one of the smallest sea turtle species and are recognized by their olive-green, heart-shaped shells. They are typically found nesting much farther south in places like Brazil and Suriname, making this discovery especially exciting for Florida researchers.

Scientists believe changing ocean conditions or shifting migration patterns may have contributed to Tini nesting along Florida’s coast. Researchers will continue monitoring the nest and hope to learn more once the eggs hatch later this season.

As sea turtle nesting season continues here in Florida, remember to do your part to help protect these incredible marine animals:

• Keep beachfront lights off at night
• Fill in holes and knock down sandcastles before leaving the beach
• Remove trash and fishing line
• Give nesting turtles and hatchlings plenty of space.

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Every small action helps protect Florida’s sea turtles for generations to come!

Source: Eric Weiss, West Palm CW, with information from the Loggerhead Marinelife Center

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

6/8/26 @ 3:15 p.m.

​Thank you to today’s Nassau County Fact-Finding Committee presenters who participated in this morning’s meeting held at 9:00 a.m. and shared their expertise regarding data center development and its potential impacts on our community.
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We appreciate the time and insight provided by:
• Molly Novotny, Planning and Development Specialist for Curata Partners
• Danielle Ruiz, Vice-President, Commercial Asset Partners Realty
• Ralph Forbes, Vice President/Regional Director, Thomas & Hutton
• Bruce Jackson, First Vice President, CBRE Group, Inc.
• Michelle Cullum, Lead Economic Development Project Manager, Florida Power & Light
• Jeff Hendry, Executive Director, North Florida Economic Development Partnership.

The next Fact-Finding Committee meeting will be held tomorrow, Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. at the West Nassau High School Cafetorium in Callahan.

Please note that there are no scheduled speakers for the June 9th meeting. The meeting will consist of committee discussion and citizen comments. 

Residents can find meeting agendas, minutes, videos, speaker information, and opportunities to submit public feedback by visiting the County’s official webpage at nassaufl.co/DataCenters-FactFinding.

We appreciate everyone who continues to stay engaged and participate in this important community conversation.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

6/6/26 @ 2:00 p.m. - Weekly update on the Amelia Island Parkway and Buccaneer Trail Roundabout.

Work completed the week of June 1, 2026

• Multiuse path grading and stabilization
• Pouring of concrete commercial driveway
• Continued electrical work by FPU. 

Upcoming Two-Week Lookahead (June 8 – June 21, 2026):

During the week of 6/8, concrete crews may intermittently set up flagging operations to alternate traffic in both directions order to pour concrete. These delays are short and intermittent, and do not constitute part of the upcoming single-lane closure for the paver truck apron installation.

A short-duration single-lane closure and associated detour for brick paver truck apron installation will be implemented inside the roundabout. Beginning Monday, June 15, 2026, the contractor will shift northbound traffic to the southbound lane. They will construct approximately two-thirds of the brick paver truck apron, then on Saturday, June 20, 2026, shift traffic back to the northbound lane to complete the remainder.

Important note: During the Saturday traffic switch on June 20, the contractor will briefly close the entire intersection for approximately 4–6 hours (8:00 AM – 2:00 PM) to pour the concrete landings in the interior of the splitter islands and install the ADA sensory/detectable warning mats. Crews will need to safely pour and form the concrete from both sides of the splitter island.

Public Notice: Southbound traffic on Amelia Island Parkway will follow the posted detour via Simmons Road to Fletcher Avenue / SR A1A. Northbound traffic will be maintained through the roundabout for the duration of the apron work. Contractor's signage will be supplemented with County message boards at the 14th Street/AIP roundabout and the Amelia City roundabout for additional advanced warning and driver guidance.

Subsequent Operations:

• Structural course asphalt on the south leg of Amelia Island Parkway is tentatively scheduled for the week of June 22, 2026 and all of AIP will reopen to traffic in both directions shortly thereafter
• Final friction course asphalt for the entire project limits is tentatively planned for a Saturday closure following the Independence Day weekend. Additional details will be provided as the schedule firms up.
• Final project element: Installation of thirteen new concrete poles and streetlights to improve illumination at the intersection.

This project is getting very close to completion! Overall project finish remains targeted for Summer 2026, weather and conditions permitting.

Questions or concerns? Please contact Nassau County Capital Projects at [email protected].

Thank you for your continued patience as we work to deliver this important safety improvement.

 -Sabrina Robertson
  Communications Officer

6/6/26 @ 6:00 a.m.

Party in the Pines is finally here and we can’t wait to celebrate the grand opening of Westside Regional Park with you!
From live music and kayaking tours to pickleball clinics, astronomy demos, food vendors, family fun, and a spectacular drone show finale, there’s something happening all day long.

Westside Regional Park — 615 Lakeside Loop, Hilliard
Event runs from 2–9 PM

• Approximately 700 parking spaces are available on site, with overflow parking and shuttle service available nearby
• Bring lawn chairs or blankets for the concert area
• Bring a refillable water bottle for free water refills at the Keep Nassau Beautiful station
• Outside coolers and outside alcoholic beverages are not permitted.

Below you’ll find the full event schedule, vendor list, and site map to help you plan your day.

We’ll see you in the pines! 

6/5/26 @ 4:30 p.m. - Below are pictures from the week of May 29 - June 5, 2026. 

-Sabrina Robertson
​ Communications Officer

6/5/26 @ 4:30 p.m. - Below are pictures from the week of May 29 - June 5, 2026. 

-Sabrina Robertson
​ Communications Officer

6/5/26 @ 3:30 p.m. 

Party in the Pines is almost here, and we want to help you make the most of your day at Westside Regional Park!

Before you arrive, take a moment to review important event information including parking details, permitted items, free activities, seating recommendations, beverage policies, and more. From live music and kayaking to food trucks and the drone show, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!

Check out the this guide so you’re ready for an unforgettable day of fun, music, and community celebration.

-Sabrina Robertson
​ Communications Officer

6/5/26 @ 3:15 p.m.

Grab your rods and reels because Florida’s License Free Saltwater Fishing Weekend is here! On June 6-7, residents and visitors can enjoy saltwater fishing without needing a fishing license. Whether you’re casting from the shoreline, a boat, or one of Nassau County’s beautiful piers, it’s a great chance to get outdoors and make memories with family and friends.

Please remember that while licenses are waived this weekend, all other fishing regulations including bag limits, size limits, and seasons still apply.

Thank you to the MyFWC Florida Fish and Wildlife for providing this opportunity to enjoy Florida’s incredible natural resources responsibly.

-Sabrina Robertson
​ Communications Officer