Public Safety
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Public Safety
St. Johns County firefighter recognized for I-95 water rescue
Engineer Charles Cook pulled a family from a retention pond after a July crash on Interstate 95 North, crediting his training and encouraging others to "always do the right thing. "
September 9, 2026
Public Event
Nassau County to Mark 9/11 Anniversary at Sheriff's Office Ceremony
The Nassau County Sheriff's Office will host a remembrance ceremony on September 11 marking the 25th anniversary of the attacks, with county commissioners expected to attend.
September 1, 2026
Infrastructure
Fire Station 48 opens on Blount Island with federal military grant
The relocated and modernized Jacksonville Fire and Rescue station is more than triple the size of the original 1978 facility and now sits outside the port's security perimeter for faster emergency response.
August 27, 2026
Infrastructure
Flagler County Fire Rescue training facility passes state safety inspection
The John R. Keppler Jr. Training Facility has been certified compliant with Florida fire-training-center standards, ensuring firefighters train in a facility that meets state safety and professional benchmarks.
August 24, 2026
Public Safety
Flagler County Fire Chief Ascends to State Leadership Role
Fire Rescue Chief Michael Tucker's installation as first vice president of the Florida Fire Chiefs' Association positions him to lead the 2,200-member statewide organization in 2027, part of a convergence of Flagler County officials rising to state-level posts.
August 21, 2026