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Convicted Florida Cocaine Trafficker Faces Minimum 15 Years After Prosecution Retrial

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The Office of Statewide Prosecution, under Attorney General James Uthmeier, has secured the conviction of Armaund Sims, 44, of Fernandina Beach, on the charge of Trafficking in Cocaine. The conviction, obtained in a retrial this October, means Sims now faces a mandatory minimum prison sentence of 15 years when he is sentenced later this month. […] Convicted Florida Cocaine Trafficker Faces Minimum 15 Years After Prosecution RetrialFernandina Beach · Fernandina Beach Read Article

Florida High School Football Player Arrested For Violently Attacking Opponent With His Own Helmet

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A high school football player in Florida was arrested for his role in a violent incident between Bell and Fernandina Beach last week. The 18-year-old student-athlete was charged with one count of battery. He has since been released on bond. This disturbing high school football incident took place in the final moments of the first game of the Sunshine State Athletic Association playoffs. According to multiple eyewitnesses, it was an entirely one-…Fernandina Beach · Fernandina Beach Read Article

Bosque Bello Cemetery in Fernandina Beach, Florida

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Bosque Bello Cemetery is thought to have been established by the Spanish in 1798, though its oldest identifiable grave, that of French soldier Peter Bouissou de Nicar, dates from 1813. The cemetery, named from the Spanish for “beautiful woods,” is spread across 29 acres near the entrance of historic Old Town Fernandina Beach and is full of beautiful live oaks draped in Spanish moss, as well as palms and red cedar (cypress) trees. It is one of o…Fernandina Beach · Fernandina Beach Read Article

Florida High School Football Player Attacked With His Own Helmet During Disturbing Playoff Brawl

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A high school football playoff game in Florida between Fernandina Beach and Bell took an unfortunate turn for the worst. A brawl led to Myles Garrett-like incident where a helmet was used as a weapon. No further punishment has been announced at this point. Unfortunately, this kind of behavior is becoming a something of a trend within high school football. Fortunately, these are just kids who have plenty of time to learn from their mistakes. Fern…Fernandina Beach · Fernandina Beach See the Story

'They've ignored the citizens': Paid parking debate continues at Fernandina Beach workshop

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Residents and business owners in Fernandina Beach urge a public vote on a proposed paid parking system.Fernandina Beach · Fernandina Beach Read Article

Barnabas Center helping more of Nassau’s needy

The Barnabas Center, a social services provider in Nassau County, is seeing a growing need for its services. The nonprofit organization in Fernandina Beach provides medical, dental and health services to lower-income or uninsured residents. With increasing demand, it is expanding to western Nassau County. Barnabas Center says it has seen a 65% increase this year in people seeking help with rent and utilities in western Nassau County. The center …Fernandina Beach · Fernandina Beach Read Article

Brett's in Fernandina Beach closes after 41 years

Brett’s Waterway Café has been a beloved fixture in the Fernandina Beach community for more than four decades, known for its scenic views and special events. After 41 years, the owners have made the difficult decision to close the restaurant. A statement posted on Facebook on Thursday said: “Our final day of service will be Saturday, October 4, 2025. “These last few months have brought challenges, and while we had hoped to continue through Octob…Fernandina Beach · Fernandina Beach Read Article

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Convicted Florida Cocaine Trafficker Faces Minimum 15 Years After Prosecution Retrial

Florida High School Football Player Arrested For Violently Attacking Opponent With His Own Helmet

Bosque Bello Cemetery in Fernandina Beach, Florida

Florida High School Football Player Attacked With His Own Helmet During Disturbing Playoff Brawl

Woman reported missing in Nassau County; last seen in Fernandina Beach

Parking issue heads to the ballot in Fernandina Beach

Florida's east coast left with debris, coastal damage in wake of nor'easter

'They've ignored the citizens': Paid parking debate continues at Fernandina Beach workshop

Barnabas Center helping more of Nassau’s needy

Brett's in Fernandina Beach closes after 41 years

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Convicted Florida Cocaine Trafficker Faces Minimum 15 Years After Prosecution Retrial

Florida High School Football Player Arrested For Violently Attacking Opponent With His Own Helmet

Bosque Bello Cemetery in Fernandina Beach, Florida

Florida High School Football Player Attacked With His Own Helmet During Disturbing Playoff Brawl

Woman reported missing in Nassau County; last seen in Fernandina Beach

Parking issue heads to the ballot in Fernandina Beach

Florida's east coast left with debris, coastal damage in wake of nor'easter

'They've ignored the citizens': Paid parking debate continues at Fernandina Beach workshop

Barnabas Center helping more of Nassau’s needy

Brett's in Fernandina Beach closes after 41 years

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