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June 30, 2008
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Group sex, abuse investigations lead to arrests at Camp Tracey
By R.L. WORTHINGTON
"On a 160-acre farm, our girls and boys enjoy the unique experience of living as a farm family... Camp Tracey is a children's home dedicated to the salvaging and changing of the lives of at-risk youth." Those words are part of the website description of Camp Tracey, the church-run facility for troub... More...
Daring rescue; FWC biologist saves drowning bear

A 375-pound male black bear with a penchant for beachfront browsing was on dry land Saturday after a Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) biologist pulled the tranquilized animal from the water. More...

Pedophile's execution first in almost two years

Pedophile and killer Mark Dean Schwab was put to death by lethal injection for kidnapping, raping and killing an 11-year-old boy just after 6:00 p.m. today at Florida State Prison. More...

 Community
•Fourth of July Celebrations
What's happening in your community? You can find a list of holiday events right here. More...
•Monkey sighted in Orange Park
•Baker County lifts burn ban
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 Opinion
•Don't Get Me Started
Andy’s energy policy, part one... Refineries
If there is one thing -- one solitary action -- that this nation could take in getting the cost of energy under control, it is lifting the burdensome regulation on the system of refining crude oil into all of its related petroleum products. OPEC could triple their output tomorrow, and our refineries... More...
•Cartoon of the Day
•Raging Moderate
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   Crime and   Punishment
•Flees police with baby in car
Drugs, booze and baby found after high speed chase
A missing tail light first caught the attention of Deputy Hardin and Deputy Matthews as the Toyota sedan drove past. Then they noticed the car swerving into the other lane and pulled the car over into the S&S parking lot on South Sixth Street. More...
•Bank robber shot by police dies
•Crime this Week
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 Business News
•Economic woes stifle smoke and sizzle at the Beach
Whether you are a believer that the sky is really falling or not, the economic downturn has already started to show effects. They are always the first to go when times start to get tight in the wallet - the so-called non-essentials. When things start to get tough financially, those making the buying... More...
•CSX Corporation declares dividend
•Creating a Healthy Work Environment
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 The Mortgage Report
•Your home has more than one value
One of the challenges of all real estate transactions in our current market situation is answering the question "What is the property worth?" Before the market correction and mortgage meltdown began a couple of years ago, this was no problem; all prices were bubbling up consistently and there were p... More...
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 Business Briefs
•Business Briefs
Business briefs reports what’s happening to local and area businesses. Items can include mergers, relocations, office and store openings, honor and awards, promotions, classes, personnel changes, or business events. Send information to news@northfloridanewsdaily.com More...
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 Sports News
•From the Sideline
Could It Be True?
Sometimes people just need to take a step back. Have we really become that gullible as society that we believe everything we see? Some things are as believable as Pinocchio when his nose grows. More...
•Little League Tournament Update
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 Pros
•Park becomes youngest Women's Open champion
It appeared all week that history would be made at the U.S. Women's Open, and after 72 rounds there was history made. However, it wasn't the kind of history that many intended to see after the final round of the major tournament. More...
•Spicer gets contract extension
• Where’s Natalie Gulbis?
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 Prep
•Bradford drops ACD from fall football schedule
New opponent, opportunity for Tornadoes
Fans of Tornado football in Bradford County will see a brand new opponent on their teams fall schedule, after Head Coach Steve Hoard and school administrators made a decision to drop Arlington Country Day (ACD) from their roster of varsity opponents. The decision to seek release from the existing co... More...
•Baker County, Baldwin opt to stick with ACD
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 Outdoors
• Holiday beachgoers: Do not disturb nesting birds
During the Fourth of July holiday weekend, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) reminds beachgoers statewide to be mindful of nesting birds, as even a minor disturbance could destroy a nest. More...
•Fourth of July boaters urged to be careful
•Loggerhead sea turtle is a new state symbol
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 Events
•American Idol coming to Jacksonville
Think you have enough talent to be the next American Idol? Here’s your big chance to be a star. Jacksonville is one of eight cities that will play host to auditions for Season 8 of ‘American Idol. More...
•Purple Hatter’s Ball – A celebration of the life of Rachel Morningstar Hoffman
•Wounded Warrior Project announces Operation Outreach
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 Theater
•Limelight Theatre presents "Perfect Wedding," a comedy by Robin Hawdon
The Limelight Theatre is presenting the hilarious farce, "Perfect Wedding," a comedy by Robin Hawdon, July 25th through August 17th on the Matuza Main Stage Theatre. This is an all Flagler College associated cast and crew. More...
•Players By-The-Sea and the Garner Foundation presents "Green Room"
•Theatre Happenings
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 Gamer
•Gamer
Inspiration is like oil, hard to find and expensive. I often find it hard to think about what all of the gamers of the world want to read about. So, I love it when you guys send in questions that basically write themselves. I appreciate them. More...
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 Dining
•Dining with Dave
The Fox…Like No Other
Upon arriving in Jacksonville (Avondale) way back when, I wanted to be in a part of town that offered a little more character than just moving to one of the many amenity filled apartment complexes located on the south side. As I settled into my 1950’s style apartment, I quickly hit the street to see... More...
•Deliziosa!
•The Toro’s Have It!
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 Home & Family
•Celebrate July 4th with Blueberry Cupcakes
These cupcakes look adorable and will be a hit with your family and guests. With their patriotic colors, they're perfect for a Fourth of July picnic, or anytime you feel like "waving the flag." The secret in these sweet delights is that there are more blueberries baked inside -- and thanks to a quic... More...
•Food and Fun for the 4th
•Inspiring Walls: Easy Bathroom Makeover
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