Aldo Brown stands in front of First Missionary Baptist Church. The Nassau County Extreme Weather Coalition partnered with the church to open the cooling center. Photo by Nick Blank/News-Leader
Friday, July 17, 2026
As Nassau County grapples with a scorching summer, a Fernandina Beach church has opened its doors as a cooling center. The Nassau County Extreme Weather Coalition and First Missionary Baptist Church have partnered to open the cooling center for a second year.
Art of the Book Cover exhibit on display at Fernandina Beach Public Library until Aug. 27.
Deputy County Manager Robert Companion speaks at a previous Board of County Commissioners meeting. File photo/News-Leader
Dr. Alan Miller accepts a Proclamation on behalf of Dr. Kirkwood Adams, Jr., recognizing Dr. Adams contributions to heart failure care, medical research and professional education. Submitted photo
U.S. Rep. Aaron Bean spoke at a Federated Republican Women of Nassau meeting at Fernandina Beach Golf Club on Friday. Nick Blank/News-Leader
A Yulee High School Softball Camp participant takes a swing at pitch Thursday morning. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader
Pickleball players compete at the Fernandina Beach Central Park pickleball courts on Tuesday. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader
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