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St. Marys woman breaks 43-year crevalle jack record
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is proud to announce a new women's state saltwater fish record for jack crevalle (Caranx hippos). Lauren E. Harden, 21, of St. Marys, Ga., broke the previous record by landing a 33 pound, 10.72 ounce crevalle jack on May 24, 2024, while fishing on Cumberland Island. The previous record of 30 pounds, 6 ounces was set in 1981 by Ann Allen of St. Simons Island, Ga. Harden's impressive catch was officially verified and recognized by Georgia DNR after evaluation. Representatives from the DNR’s Coastal Resources Division (CRD) certified the weight May 24 at DNR’s Coastal...
‘Take the citizen’s word’ builder says
Michael Benjamin asked the Callahan Town Council to again restore his electric and water utilities so he can finish a renovation project. Benjamin has worked on a home at 45842 Dixie Avenue for about four years. During a council meeting in September 2023, Callahan Building Official Larry Hogan asked Benjamin...
Plan to rock at Fourth fest
Fireworks will pop and music will rock on the Fourth of July. The towns of Callahan and Hilliard host the annual event at the Northeast Florida Fairgrounds. The celebration will feature various songs that Rodney Mills produced during his career that relate to his connection with Southern Rock bands. Callahan...
Christ Deliverz shelter
With a desire to help those without shelter, Trevor McMahan launched Christ Deliverz. Since February, McMahan and outreach associate Justin Marsh have provided temporary accommodations at Callahan motel Ship Inn. Charlie Patel owns the establishment. At least 18 people have received shelter in the past few months. “We’re actually finding...
News4JAX’s Jana Angel and Katie Garner to emcee Fernandina Beach Pride
NASSAU COUNTY, Fla. – WJXT, The Local Station, is honored to be named media sponsor of the 2024 Fernandina Beach Pride Parade and Festival. River City Live host Jana Angel and Meteorologist Katie Garner will emcee the Pride event taking place on Saturday, June 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in downtown Fernandina.
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