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Friday, May 29, 2026 · Nassau County
Pinellas Park Vehicle Fire: What We Know So Far
A vehicle fire in Pinellas Park drew an escalated response Tuesday night, with dispatch records showing four units sent and no additional official details yet released.
Dunedin Medical Emergency: What We Know So Far
A large emergency response was reported in Dunedin, but officials have not yet released details on the patient, cause or outcome.
Friday, May 29, 2026
Two Arrested for DUI, Speeding During Memorial Day Weekend in Flagler County
Flagler County deputies arrested two drivers over Memorial Day weekend: a Daytona Beach woman for DUI after an I-95 crash, and a St. Augustine man for driving 105 mph.
Friday, May 29, 2026
DeSantis Signs Bill Letting St. Johns County Keep More Court Fees
Gov. DeSantis signed legislation allowing St. Johns County to keep more of its court-related revenues, bringing an estimated $79,098 in additional funding to the Clerk's Office next fiscal year.
Friday, May 29, 2026
Nassau County Urges Residents to Prepare for Coastal Flooding
Nassau County Emergency Management warns residents to prepare for coastal flooding and avoid contaminated floodwaters.
Friday, May 29, 2026
Nassau County Uses Flood Study to Plan Infrastructure Upgrades
Nassau County is advancing flood resilience efforts through a $40,000 vulnerability assessment examining infrastructure needs across the region.
Friday, May 29, 2026
Nassau County Opens $125,000 Home Repair Loans for Yulee Residents
Nassau County offers Yulee homeowners up to $125,000 in 10-year deferred loans for home repairs through its SHIP program. Call 850-328-2255 for eligibility information.
Friday, May 29, 2026
Nassau County Opens SHIP Program for Down Payment Help
Nassau County residents can apply for down payment assistance and home rehabilitation help through the SHIP Program.
Friday, May 29, 2026
The Good News: #LoveShowsUp to change lives in Guatemala
Fernandina Beach residents participated in Memorial's annual mission trip to Guatemala, which began on March 14, 2026, making a tangible difference in families' lives.
Friday, May 29, 2026
Nassau County Launches Conservation Programs to Protect Wetlands and Wildlife
Nassau County is protecting critical wetlands and wildlife habitat through two conservation programs that prioritize land acquisition and ecological connectivity.
Friday, May 29, 2026
New Year’s Eve Dinner at Toro Toro Miami
Toro Toro Miami will offer a four-course prix fixe menu with live entertainment for New Year’s Eve 2024, featuring dishes like Wagyu Short Rib and Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass.
Friday, May 29, 2026
Nassau County Creates Committee to Study Data Center Development
Nassau County commissioners created a fact-finding committee to study data center development under a 12-month moratorium, seeking to balance infrastructure needs with environmental and community concerns.
Friday, May 29, 2026
DeSantis Rejects Florida Gas Tax Pause Amid $4/Gallon Spike
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis shot down calls to suspend the state's 25-cent gas tax, warning drivers won't feel relief at pumps hitting $4 a gallon. Despite pleas from Democrats and Palm Beach County leaders, he cited past failures and oil market volatility. As global tensions rise, Florida motorists brace for pain at the pump.
Friday, May 29, 2026
DeSantis Signs 9 Key Florida Laws on Safety, Schools and Traffic
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed nine new laws Thursday in Tallahassee, tackling unlicensed drivers, church security and body camera privacy amid rising public safety concerns. Most take effect July 1, joining nearly 60 others passed this year. From stricter traffic penalties to expanded school guardians, the measures aim to bolster security across the Sunshine State.
Friday, May 29, 2026
Florida's Lab-Grown Meat Ban Survives Federal Court Challenge
Nearly two years after Governor Ron DeSantis signed legislation banning cultivated meat sales in Florida, a federal appeals court upheld the controversial law as constitutional. The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals rejected a challenge from California-based Upside Foods, cementing Florida's status as the first state to prohibit lab-grown meat—a move critics say protects the traditional livestock industry rather than consumers.
Friday, May 29, 2026
Florida Launches Mandatory Hurricane Drills Across All 67 Counties
With hurricane season looming just weeks away, Florida's Division of Emergency Management has rolled out mandatory public safety drills statewide to sharpen readiness. The initiative targets all 67 counties, urging residents to stock seven days of supplies and master evacuation protocols. Officials warn that recent storms underscore the need for swift action amid rising threats.
Friday, May 29, 2026
DeSantis Greenlights UFC, Colleges in Florida's New License Plates
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a bill unleashing eight new specialty license plates, from UFC fighters to South Florida high schools and military academies. Drivers can start pre-ordering Oct. 1, but only if 3,000 vouchers sell in two years. With over 2.3 million special tags already on roads, these could boost scholarships, mental health and more.
Friday, May 29, 2026