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In today's newsletter:
- How Fernandina Beach lifters powered their way to a historic title
- Thinking of tying the knot at Fernandinaās Historic Courthouse?
- Why a judge just put the Fernandina Beach recall effort on hold
Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? š¤ (Answer below!)
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- Friday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 86 and low of 65 degrees. š¶ Hot!
- Saturday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 84, low: 66.
- Sunday: Mostly cloudy and very warm, with a high of 88 and low of 62 degrees.
š° News we're reading
1. Fernandina Beach Pirates Capture Historic District Weightlifting Title (yuleenews.com) ā Fernandina Beach High Schoolās boys weightlifting team just captured the 2026 Olympic Region 2 District 4 championship, likely the programās first district title. Led by standout lifter Clay Hicks and several other district champions and medalists, the Piratesā deep roster and hard-working culture are putting Fernandina Beach firmly on Floridaās weightlifting map. 
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2. Historic Courthouse in Fernandina Beach Begins Phased Reopening With Wedding Ceremonies (yuleenews.com) ā Wedding ceremonies are back at Fernandina Beachās Historic Courthouse, with the Clerkās Office partially reopening for by-appointment ceremonies on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. Couples must first get their marriage license and pay in Yulee, then arrive on time for their reserved 30āminute slot as officials gauge demand before expanding services. Ā Ā Ā
3. Judge Halts Fernandina Beach Recall (yuleenews.com) ā Fernandina Beach residents should know a Nassau County judge has temporarily stopped the recall effort targeting City Commissioners Genece Minshew and Timothy Poynter, finding the petitionās allegations legally insufficient. The ruling freezes signature collection and ballot action while the case continues, though organizers can still appeal. Ā Ā Ā
4. Florida Purple Alert Issued for Missing Man Last Seen in Fernandina Beach (bocapost.com) ā Fernandina Beach residents are being asked to watch for a 47-year-old man under a statewide Florida Purple Alert, last known to be in the city. Authorities describe him and urge anyone with possible sightings or information to immediately contact Fernandina Beach Police at 904-277-7342 or call 911 as FDLE circulates the alert statewide. Ā Ā Ā
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Farmstead Cheesemaking: From Goat to Curd
87634 Roses Bluff Rd , Yulee
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All the Kings Women
Amelia Musical Playhouse , 1955 Island Walkway , Fernandina Beach
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Arts in the Park
Johansen Park , 1300 Seminole Rd , Atlantic Beach
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Wild Wonders
Dutton Island Preserve , 793 Dutton Island Rd W , Atlantic Beach
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Social ā The CookOut ā Unity on the Block Party
James Weldon Johnson Park , N Hogan St , Jacksonville
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RnB Lovers Tour - Keith Sweat, Joe, Dru Hill and Ginuwine
VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena , 300 A Philip Randolph Blvd , Jacksonville
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Yoga in the Park (FREE!) - April 19th!
Jack Russell Park , 850 Seminole Rd , Atlantic Beach
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2-Day Pottery Workshop: Ceramic Cat *SOLD OUT*
Atlantic Beach Arts Market , 1805 Mayport Rd , Atlantic Beach
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Riverside Spring Market
Artist Square Amphitheater , 729 Riverside Ave , Jacksonville
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Yulee Cars and Coffee
Sonic Drive-In , 463939 FL-200 A1a , Yulee
11:00 am
Friday April 17
Saturday April 18
Sunday April 19
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