City commission approves paid parking in Fernandina Beach
By Julia Roberts
After a debate that has encompassed the city, and despite the impassioned pleas of more than a dozen speakers, the Fernandina Beach...
Amelia Island Lighthouse reopens after renovations
By Julia Roberts
The Amelia Island Lighthouse began life on Cumberland Island in Georgia. Almost two centuries later, on Thursday, Aug. 7, it was the...
City commission gives unofficial approval of budget
By Julia Roberts
The Fernandina Beach City Commission praised City Manager Sarah Campbell’s work on the budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year, and offered few...
City of Fernandina Beach project updates for the week of June 26, 2026
Submitted by Jeremiah GlissonCity of Fernandina Beach Deputy City Manager
Welcome to this edition of our weekly community update, designed to keep you informed about...
City of Fernandina Beach project updates for the week of Jan. 19, 2026
Submitted by Jeremiah GlissonCity of Fernandina Beach Deputy City Manager
Welcome to this edition of our weekly community update, designed to keep you informed about...
Paid parking showdown: Commission to decide fate of citizen referendum tomorrow
Tracy McCormick-Dishman
The controversy over paid parking will come to a head tomorrow night, Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025, as the City Commission holds its Regular...
City of Fernandina Beach project updates for the week of Sept. 22, 2025
Welcome to this edition of our weekly community update, designed to keep you informed about ongoing developments and initiatives throughout our city. This week's...
Str8-Up brings the heat to Sounds on Centre
By Kate Kimmel
The soulful sounds of Jacksonville-based band Str8-Up filled the streets of Fernandina Beach last night during Sounds on Centre.
While attendance was lower...
Waterfront Advisory Board reacts to city’s rejection of its recommendations
By Julia Roberts
Fernandina Beach Waterfront Advisory Board members say they are frustrated that their recommendations for action at the Fernandina Harbor Marina were rejected...
Fernandina Beach project manager brings experience and perspective
by Julia Roberts
It is often said Fernandina Beach is a city with many moving parts. In addition to the same departments found in most...





























