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🌱 What Green Cove Springs voters just changed about City Hall leadership rules
Good morning Green Cove Springs! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- What Green Cove Springs voters just changed about City Hall leadership rules
- How the new Clay County burn ban affects Green Cove Springs neighbors
- Discover how Green Cove Springs is finally honoring artist Augusta Savage
Also on today's calendar: STEM Adventures at Kiddie Academy of Fleming Island and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: Very warm with plenty of sun, with a high of 90 and low of 61 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Saturday: Partly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 90, low: 63.
- Sunday: Warm with clouds and sun, with a high of 88 and low of 60 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Election results for Orange Park and Green Cove Springs (jaxtoday.org) — Green Cove Springs voters have chosen Tom Centracchio over incumbent Ed Gaw for City Council and approved one of three charter changes, including allowing notaries to swear in council members. Residents also rejected proposals to loosen residency rules for the city manager and city attorney, while Orange Park voters returned Doug Benefield to its Town Council. 
2. Clay County under countywide burn ban (actionnewsjax.com) — If you live just outside Green Cove Springs city limits, a new Clay County burn ban now prohibits outdoor burning in unincorporated areas because of extreme drought and wildfire risk. Campfires, fire pits, and yard debris burning are off-limits, though outdoor grilling is still allowed. The ban will stay in place until enough rain arrives, and violations can bring fines and criminal charges.
3. DAR presents Women in American History Award to Augusta Savage (claytodayonline.com) — Green Cove Springs native and renowned Harlem Renaissance sculptor Augusta Savage has been honored with the DAR’s Women in American History Award, highlighting her national impact and local roots. Her legacy continues at the Augusta Savage Arts & Community Center in her former high school building in Green Cove Springs, where supporters are working to keep her story alive.
4. FL Middle School Boys with PR's in April - Sprints & Hurdles (milesplit.com) — Middle school track athletes from Green Cove Springs Junior High are listed among Florida boys posting personal records this April in sprints and hurdles. The statewide rankings highlight improved times at meets like the NEFAC Junior High Championships. It’s a data-heavy rundown, but it does show how local runners stack up against competition across Florida.
📸 Around Green Cove Springs
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Upcoming Events in
Green Cove Springs
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★ Featured events ★
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STEM Adventures at Kiddie Academy of Fleming Island
1135 Clay St, Fleming Island
5:00 pm
Friday April 17
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Other local events
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Math Field Day
Fleming Island High School , 2233 Village Square Pkwy , Fleming Island
8:00 am -
Bellair Meadowbrook Terrace neighborhood community clean up
The Clay County Historical and Railroad Museum , 915 Walnut St , Green Cove Springs
8:30 am -
High Ridge Estates neighborhood community clean up
The Clay County Historical and Railroad Museum , 915 Walnut St , Green Cove Springs
8:30 am -
Third Saturday Market in the Park
Green Cove Springs, FL Calendar , City Hall 321 Walnut Street , Green Cove Springs
10:00 am -
City Council Regular Session
Green Cove Springs, FL Calendar , City Hall 321 Walnut St. , Green Cove Springs
6:00 pm -
Vintage Market Days® of Jacksonville 2026
Clay County Fairgrounds , 2463 FL-16 , Green Cove Springs
10:00 am -
Southern Charm Market
Clay County Fairgrounds , 2463 FL-16 , Green Cove Springs
11:00 am
Saturday April 18
Tuesday April 21
Friday May 1
Saturday May 9
📣 Green Cove Springs Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Kids Ocean Day Florida
Anastasia State Park , St. Augustine, FL 32080, USA
9:00 am -
Still Standing: James Cash Penney and the Community
4100 Clark Ave , Green Cove Springs
12:00 pm -
Math Field Day
Fleming Island High School , 2233 Village Square Pkwy , Fleming Island
8:00 am -
Math Field Day!!
Fleming Island High School , 2233 Village Square Pkwy , Fleming Is
8:00 am -
High Ridge Estates neighborhood community clean up
The Clay County Historical and Railroad Museum , 915 Walnut St , Green Cove Springs
8:30 am
Friday April 17
Saturday April 18
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- This is my life...
My world is getting smaller as I grow older, but God is with me every step of the way. (Nextdoor Asbury Downs) - Good morning!
Just curious if there is any guys in need of work for a week or so? We will be gearing up for the Leesburg Bike Fest and looking for someone to help… (Nextdoor Washington Ave)
- Walgreens posted a job opening for Customer Service Associate in Green Cove Springs. Apply here.
- Chili's Grill & Bar posted a job opening for Busser - Fleming Island Chili's in Fleming Island. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Green Cove Springs here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The NO-BELL prize (Thank you Gina M. for sending it in!)
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