The Future of the Port of Fernandina: Pressures, Possibilities, and Prudent Planning
Recent reporting in the Fernandina Observer outlined a measurable decline in activity at the Port of Fernandina. Cargo tonnage for
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Why Closing in a Pier Foundation Can Create Problems
Many older homes in Florida were built on pier-and-beam foundations or raised masonry foundations with open crawlspaces. These spaces were
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Why That Finished Attic May Not Count as Living Area
Walk through an older home and you may find a beautifully finished attic with carpet, painted walls, lighting, heating and
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What Your Vote on Paid Parking Really Means in Fernandina Beach
The upcoming ballot question regarding paid parking in Fernandina Beach has generated understandable confusion. I’ve heard people say a “Yes”
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Motorcycle Restrictions in Subdivisions: Outdated Rules That Shrink the Buyer Pool
I looked at a property today in a well-kept subdivision and really liked it. Nice layout, good location, solid condition
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We Deserve Better Answers from Our City Commission Candidates
We Deserve Better Answers from Our City Commission Candidates I’ve spent a lot of time looking at candidate responses in
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Consolidated Ownership and the Future of Florida’s Historic Downtowns
I’ve spent most of my life on Amelia Island and have watched how our historic downtowns and those like them
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Advice for a Friend’s Son
A friend of mine — a mom — called the other day with that particular tone parents get when they’ve
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Amelia Island Tourism: Revenue Strength Amid Rising Costs, Construction, and Capacity Pressures
The latest report from the Amelia Island Tourist Development Council shows tourism revenue holding up well even as forward bookings
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Gregor MacGregor and the Strange Tale Behind One of Amelia Island’s Eight Flags
If you’ve walked around downtown Fernandina Beach, you might have noticed a nod to him in the form of mini-golf,
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