The exterior of Selina’s Friendsip Cafe in Yulee is painted a friendly shade of yellow. The location was once Yulee’s first post office.Selina’s, See page 2 Randy Kitler and Selina Kitler at the newly renovated Selina’s Friendsip Cafe.
Selina’s is a Place for FriendSips!
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A lot of people are picky about their coffee. So is Selina Kitler, coffee shop owner in Yulee. On June 25, Selina Kitler opened Selina’s Friendsip Café, located at 850895 US Highway 17. Kitler offers her own signature blend of coffee. As well as lattes, frappes, milkshakes, and baked goods. She plans to add grits bowls and bagels soon. The café is a dream come true for Selina. For years, she ran coffee shops as a volunteer at the Murray Hill Theater and at the Generation Next Teen Center in Jacksonville. At home, she served coffee to her“Peoplefriends.would call me and say, ‘I need some Selina Time.’ So, I would make a dessert and a pot of coffee and they’d come over. We’d just sit and chat,” Kitler shared.She wants FriendSip Cafe to provide the same ‘sit and chat’ experience for her customers-a place to pause and have a conversation over coffee. Kitler came up with the name of her shop after a friend sent her a picture of a coffee mug she found in Tennessee. The mug said, “Having coffee with friends is the best therapy.” The photo got Selina thinking about friends, friendship, and then she coined the term, ‘friendsip.’ As for the therapy, Friendsip Café is a place for customers to write down prayer requests and leave them in a large By Nancy Lee Bethea
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A large cup and sticky notes sit on a counter for customers to share their prayer requests. One of the counters at Selina’s Friendsip Cafe. A barista holds a delicious cup of coffee at Selina’s Friendsip Cafe.
Menu offerings from Selina’s Friendsip Cafe in Yulee.
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Selina Kitler (in green T-shirt) stands with her grandsons, Tyler Smith (in blue shirt), 11, and Avery Smith (in black shirt), 8. “I would love to have a teen center attached to the café.” -Selina Kitler
Staff members at Selina’s Friendsip Cafe are (from left to right) Peyton Henderson, Bristol Williams, Alisha Smith, and Reid Coppola.
The Amelia Island Beach Park Harmonization team – under the direction of The Nassau County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and The Amelia Island Convention and Visitors Bureau (AICVB) – is hosting two open house events to gather public input for its Beach Park Harmonization project on Tuesday, July 19. The community open house evening will showcase the preliminary conceptual plans for the seven beach parks within the project scope: North Beach Park, Main Beach Park, Seaside Beach Park, Peters Point Beach Park Beach Park, Scott Road Beach Access, Burney Beach Park, and South Road Beach Access.
The events do not include a formal presentation but rather, will exhibit all park plans on large boards with the ability to leave comments verbally or in written form. For those unable to attend, the community survey has been extended to July 31 and is available to complete online at MemoriesMaking.com.Inpartnershipwiththe Nassau County BOCC and AICVB are The City of Fernandina Beach and an expert consultant, EDSA. A planning and urban design firm with more than 60 years of experience, EDSA is leading the Beach Park Harmonization Project. Following the first community open house and release of the survey in May, the EDSA team has reviewed participant’s responses and met with key stakeholders in the City of Fernandina Beach and Nassau County for feedback on the preliminary designs.
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The community is invited to attend from 6-8 p.m. at the Atlantic Recreation Center (2500 Atlantic Avenue) and The American Beach community is invited to attend the presentation of the Burney Beach Park preliminary plan from 3-4 p.m. at the American Beach Community Center (1600 Julia Street). All residents are welcome to stop by either of the meetings during the designated timeframes where there will be team members on hand to answer any questions related to the proposed park designs.
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The Beach Park Harmonization Project seeks to harmonize and enhance the visitor experience at Amelia Island’s seven main beach parks. Building on previous studies and existing guidelines, the Beach Harmonization Project aims to modernize and better equip these parks to serve local communities as well as visitors.The Beach Park Harmonization Project will create short- and long-term visions and strategy for enhancement of the seven key beach parks: North Beach, Main Beach, Seaside Park, Peters Point, Burney Park, Scott Road Access Point and the South Road Access. The final plan and design will provide harmonization amongst all seven beach parks and an overall vision for moving forward Amelia Island’s beach park amenities. Building on previous studies and existing guidelines, the Beach Harmonization Project aims to modernize and better equip these seven key parks to serve local communities as well as visitors. To learn more and complete the survey, visit, MemoriesMaking.com.
Tips and notes: This recipe generated 13 cabbage rolls, but you could get more or less depending on how big or small you make them. You can store leftovers covered tightly in aluminum foil, plastic wrap or an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F Prep the cabbage: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the vinegar, Gently peel away the leaves of the head of cabbage. If you are having trouble peeling the leaves without tearing them, dunk the head of cabbage into the boiling water for 1 min, then peel, repeat if needed. Cook the cabbage: Add cabbage leaves to the boiling water and cook for 2-3 mins, or until softened and pliable. Transfer the leaves to an ice bath for another 2-3 mins, then drain the leaves well. Cook the rice: Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until translucent and softened. Add the rice, stir, and cook for 1 more minute. Remove the skillet from the heat and let the mixture cool for 5 minutes. Combine ingredients: Add the pork, parsley, dill, salt, pepper, and rice mixture to a large bowl. Mix until well combined. Make the Rolls: Slice a V shape at the bottom of each cabbage leaf to remove the thick part of the stem, about 1-2 inches long depending on the size of the leaf. Hold a leaf in your hand and fill it with 3-4 tbsp. of the meat mixture. Roll, and use your finger to poke and tuck the sides of the leaf into the roll. Repeat with remaining leaves and meat. Assemble: Add the rolls to a large baking dish or oven-safe pot. Sprinkle the chopped bacon over and between the rolls, then pour in the tomato juice to just barely cover the rolls. You can top it off with water if the rolls aren’t covered. If using a pot, cover it with a lid. Otherwise, cover the dish with aluminum foil. Bake: Bake for 2 hours, then remove the lid or foil, and bake for another 1-1/2 to 2 hours.
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¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped ¼ cup fresh dill, chopped 1 tsp. salt or to taste ½ tsp. pepper 15 slices bacon, diced 4 cups tomato juice
1 Lb. ground beef 1 large onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 Tbsp. taco seasoning ¼ tsp. salt or to taste ½ tsp. pepper or to taste 1 cup rice, cooked 2 cups salsa 3 large bell peppers, cut in half through the stem, seeded 8 oz. cheddar cheese, shredded 1 Tbsp. parsley for garnish Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Wash and seed the bell peppers and cut in half from top to bottom. Place in a greased 9x13 baking dish and set aside. In a large skillet brown the ground beef, onion and garlic. Drain any fat if necessary. Season with taco seasoning, salt and pepper. Add the rice and ½ cup of the salsa then stir well. Scoop the mixture into the bell pepper halves and top with remaining salsa and half of the cheese evenly over each pepper. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes. Uncover, top each pepper with remaining cheese and bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the cheese melts. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with sour cream or guacamole. Tips and notes: Refrigerate the peppers in an airtight container. Properly stored, cooked peppers will last for 3-5 days in the refrig. Freeze unbaked: Freeze the unbaked peppers (without cheese), then thaw in fridge for 24 hours. Bake the peppers once thawed. Once ready, add the cheese as above. Freeze Baked: After removing from the oven, allow to cool slightly before placing them in the freezer. Store in freezer Ziploc bags they are good for 3-4 months.
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Chila is a sweet, affectionate dog. She weighs 45 Lbs. and is about three-years-old. If you already have a dog, a meet and greet at the shelter would be a good idea. Let’s help Chila find a new loving home. help
SUGAR CANE Sugar Cane has been through a lot. She was picked up after someone had shot her in her front leg. Sugar Cane is about two-years-old. She loves people but is somewhat reactive to other dogs at the shelter.
Rosey was dropped off at the shelter and no one came to get her! She weighs 44 Lbs. and is about two-years-old. Rosey does well with other dogs. Please spread the word and let’s get her back in a home!
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I’ll be the first to admit – this is a beautiful tree. Unfortunately, it is highly invasive. You can easily see this tree sprinkled throughout the landscape because of its beautiful flowers and unique leaves. Originally introduces in the US in the 16th Century, Mimosa Silk Tree now spreads easily along forest edges and pops up in our landscapes. It produces very attractive flowers and long strawcolored bean pods about 6″ long. Although it is not documented in Nassau County, it is located in North Florida. Keep an eye out for this invasive tree and report it if you discover it in your landscape or natural area. Preventative I admit it – this is a beautiful tree. Don’t let its beauty tempt you – it is highly invasive. To prevent the spread of Mimosa Silk Tree, do not purchase, transport, buy, sell, or trade this plant, no matter how tempting this landscaping siren may be. Additionally, if this tree pops up in your landscape, the removal of seed pods will help reduce its spread. Cultural/Physical Hand-pulling seedlings and saplings control its spread. Although, homeowners will find the removal of larger trees more difficult. If you find yourself tempted, think of the beautiful landscape alternatives, which include Bottlebrush (Callistemon citrinus or C. linearis), Fringe Tree (Chionanthus virginicus), Cassia (Senna ligustrina), or Acacia (Acacia farnesiana). Mechanical Controlling Mimosa Silk tree is most effective prior to flowering and seed production. For small saplings and seed pods, it is easy for homeowners to easily remove and dispose of plants. For larger trees, felling trees closely to ground level improves control. Although, due to their resilience, continually cutting sprouts is required and trying to remove as many of the roots as possible because the Mimosa will sprout from the remaining fragments.
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Invasion of the Landscape Snatchers: Mimosa Silk Tree (Albizia julibrissin)
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July 14, 2022 The Yulee News Page 9 All Nassau County residents are invited to meet Alyson McCullough candidate for County Commissioner Friday, July 15th 6 PM - 8 PM at SJ Brewing Company
Dr. Taylor Clem, a graduate of the University of Florida and the University of Kentucky, has two degrees in landscape architecture and a doctorate in horticulture sciences. Dr. Clem has worked as a graduate student for the University of Florida’s Center for Landscape Conservation and Ecology, with experience in the Florida-Friendly Landscaping Program, landscape design, and behavior change. Dr. Clem is now serving as Nassau County’s Horticulture Extension Agent and County Extension Director.
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The showy, yet highly invasive plant spreads aggressively across the landscape.
Therefore, if you or someone you know is having issues managing this invasive or any other invasive plants within your landscapes, reach out to your county extension office for more information. The invasion of the landscape snatchers has begun, but we can stop it!
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Invasion, From Page 8 Biological There are no known biological controls. Chemical After cutting the Mimosa Silk Trees, a 50% Garlon 3A or 10% Milestone herbicide mixture may be applied to the stump. This cut-stump method helps control future growth from the roots and the remaining stump. Additionally, seedlings and small trees may be sprayed with 2% glyphosate.
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The 2022 Atlantic Red Snapper season was July 8th and 9th. The weather put a damper on many of the fisherman in our area. The seas were 3 to 4 feet on 5 seconds which made for a very rough ocean. Many local fishermen went and made the most of the two days of fishing. The fishing was awesome. These monster fish ate anything put on the bottom. Most boats were getting their limits within a couple of hours. The afternoon thunderstorms made for some exciting return trips home or the boat ramps.
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According to Langley, the mural campaign promotes six easy ways visitors can avoid or minimize some of the common situations that can sometimes disrupt an otherwise memorable vacation experience in a popular destination like AmeliaPlanIsland.Ahead.
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The Amelia Island Convention and Visitors Bureau (AICVB) has partnered with Arts & Culture Nassau to create a traveling mural for visitors and locals alike to enjoy while discovering Amelia Island. Those who find the mural are encouraged to share their own photos and memories of it on social media using #BeKindAmelia. The traveling mural was created by local artist Lamar Miles and was initially placed at the Amelia Island Welcome Center (102 Centre Street) on Friday, July 1. The mural will move to the pocket park next to Amelia Island Coffee (July 8-15) before visiting several Amelia Island locations throughout July and August. In July, the #BeKindAmelia mural schedule includes: July 8-15: The pocket park next to Amelia Island Coffee (July 8-15) July 15-22: Fernandina Harbor Marina (July 15-22) July 22-29: South 2nd Street and Ash Street at the park across from City Hall (July 22-29) In August, the #BeKindAmelia mural schedule includes: July 29-August 5: Main Beach Park August 5-12: Seaside Park August 12-19: Peter’s Point August 19-26: American Beach/Burney AugustPark 26-September 3: To be determined To learn more and view the full summer mural location schedule, visit AmeliaIsland.com.“Duringthebusy summer months, hospitality professionals in Amelia’s restaurants, hotels, attractions and shops thrive on and return the positivity and kindness of our visitors as they explore and discover the island,” said Gil Langley, President and CEO of the AICVB. “The traveling #BeKindAmelia mural is a visual representation and reminder for visitors to help spread kindness and make the most of their time on Amelia Island.”
Before venturing out for a day of fun, check your options and plan ahead by making dinner reservations, tee times, and other scheduled activity in advance to avoid delays. Amelia Island has a lot of options – golf courses, restaurants, boating and fishing trips, and more – so if one thing isn’t available, visitors can easily move on to the next. Try Something New. If your favorite restaurant is booked, try one of the island’s many new award-winning dining hot spots. And if your go-to meal isn’t on the menu, try the chef’s special, which is alwaysSaygood.Thank You. The tourism industry is made up of great people who want you to have the best vacation ever and love serving you. Saying “thank you” really does go a long way. Be Patient. Summertime on Amelia Island is awesome, but it may come with wait times. Take this opportunity to slow down and appreciate the scenery around you. Maybe play a round of nearby mini golf or stroll the area while you wait. Have Fun. Embrace the moments and most importantly remember that you’ve traveled and chosen Amelia Island to make memories that will last a lifetime. Remember. On a southern island, the pace is supposed move a little slower so you can savor the moments. Follow the #BeKindAmelia traveling mural by visiting AmeliaIsland.com.
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It’s that time of year again! See your favorite teachers get dunked August 6th, at 12 PM, located at the Yulee Little League Field, 86118 Goodbread Road, Yulee. is highlighting local teachers to support this school year and would love yourWehelp.will have some of your favorite teachers from all over Nassau county ready to get dunked in the dunk tank! There will also be a water slide, large obstacle course, games and face painting! This celebration will be catered by none other than V Pizza. All donations will directly support these teacher’s classrooms in community. Donations of any kind will be accepted.Each monetary donation will give a chance to dunk one of lucky teachers!
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By: Kathy K. Burns, Superintendent of Schools Thursday, July 7th, the Florida Department of Education released school and district for the 21-22 school year. Once again, the Nassau County School District is “A rated” and the second highest rated school district in the state. We began the 21-22 school year facing the continued challenges of COVID, along with the national teacher shortage. The commitment, dedication, and perserverance of the Nassau County School District prevailed. Please join me in celebrating and congratulating “the team” that makes a difference every day! Take the time to email, call, visit or write a note to the teachers and leaders in your child’s school, your community and throughout Nassau County. Let them know how much you appreciate their dedication to the success of students and the improvement of our school!
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Substance abuse support group - A new parent support group, Parents of Addicted Loved Ones (PAL), meets every Thursday at NE Florida Baptist Association, 851035 U.S. Highway 17 in Yulee. Meet with others about substance addiction and peer-to-peer support. Participants must be 18 or older. For more information contact Latashia Davis at 904-703-7847 or visit palgroup.org.
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Monumental VBS @ Christ Fellowship! July 11 at 6:15 PM - July 15 at 8 PM. 850987 US Highway 17, Yulee, FL. Children age 4 - 5th grade! Go off-road for a Monumental adventure through the colorful canyons and sunbaked trails of the southwest. By exploring God’s awesomeness, kids form a rock-solid faith for the road ahead. Landscape Matters: History of Landscape Design - Wednesday, July 13, at 10 AM - 11 AM. 85831 Miner Rd., Yulee, FL. Designed landscapes have been around for millennia. Join us for this upcoming Landscape Matters program as we explore key historical moments that impact and influence modern landscape design. https://bit. ly/LandscapeHistory_2022. To Submit your free listing please email theyuleenews@gmail.com
The Yulee Lions Club Bingo - The Yulee Lions Club hosts bingo at 2 PM on Sundays. All proceeds from Sunday bingo help a charitable giving. For information, call 904-5305121 or email info@yuleelionsclub.org.
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Starting Sunday, July 17 - Thursday, July 21. We will have games, crafts, music, snacks, and tons of fun! We hope to “spark” creativity in kids and to teach them how much God loves them! To register https://www.blackrockbaptist.org/vbs for the “Sparks” vacation Bible school. We also offer an adult class from 7-8 PM each night. We would love for parents to stay if you choose too. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, Ephesians 2:10. Yulee Lions Club hosts meetings & bingo - The Yulee Lions Club hosts a social meeting with guest speakers the first Wednesday of the month. A pot luck dinner will be served at 6 PM. Located at 851023 U.S. Highway 17 in Yulee. For information, call 904-530-5121 or email info@yuleelionsclub.org.
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Vocal Coaching with Jenn - Thursday, July 21, at 4:30 - 5 PM. Blue Fire Theatre. Jennifer will be offering vocal coaching on a first come first serve basis with a limited time frame so that we may gage interest in our community. If you or someone you know has expressed an interest in finding a good vocal coach, please reach out to us at info@bluefiretheatre.org.
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Creativity and structure of story (clear beginning, middle, and end) - 35 Correctpoints grammar, spelling, and usage - 35 points Including the prompt listed above somewhere in story - 15 points Including no more than three characters - 15 points
Format and word count: All stories should be typed and between 500 and 900 words All stories should be sent as attachments to TheYuleeNews@gmail.com by Friday, July 29, 2022.
Acting - Youth Work Shop: 1:00 - 2:30 PM. Saturday, July 16. Yulee Lions Club, 851023 Highway 17, Yulee, FL. Acting - Youth Workshop. Registration now open. This acting workshop is built on the basics of stage acting. Properly warming up the body and voice. Building confidence in moving/using your body (mirror game, moving through space). Focus/Reflexes. Improvisation. Projection (speaking and singing). www. bluefiretheatre.org/actingworkshop.
Yulee United Methodist Church - Vacation Bible School July 11 - 15, 6 PM - 8 PM. Pre-k to 5th grade. For more information contact Ann at 225-3146. 86003 Christian Way, Yulee FL.
Writing prompt: “It was the best summer of my life but it was also the worst.” Include this prompt anywhere in your story (beginning, middle, or end).
Fiction Contest for 6-9 years Age group 2: 10-12 years old Age group 3: 13-18 years old winners (one in each age group)*
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Setting: The setting of your story must be in Yulee, but you can pick the time frame.
Characters: Have fun with your characters, but please include no more than three characters in your story.
Fall Ball is coming! Online registration will run from July 17th - August 13th and will cost $100. On site registration will be August 5th from 5 - 8 PM and August 6th from 9 AM - 12 PM. Uniform Sizing will be August 5th from 5 - 8 PM and August 6th from 9 AM - 12 PM Practice days and game days TBA.Yulee Middle School’s football tryouts will be held August 1st through the 5th from 3:30 PM6:00AllPM.students must have an athletic packet and updated physical in order to tryout. Students can be dropped off and picked up by the gym. Athletic packets available at www.nassau. k12.fl.us/page/2236. Yulee Little League Yulee Middle School Football Tryouts
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Commissioner John Martin Achieves Advanced County Commissioner Level I Designation www.facebook.com/TheYuleeNews
Nassau County, Florida, July 12, 2022Commissioner John F. Martin was presented with the Advanced JuneOrangeEducationalAnnualoftheawardGovernmentthe(ACCCommissionerCountyLevelII)designationfromInstituteforCounty(ICG)atanceremonyheldatFloridaAssociationCounties(FAC)ConferenceandExhibitioninCounty,Floridaon30,2022.TheACCI designation signifies the programcomprehensivecompletioncommissioner’sofastudydesignedby ICG.
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Alongside Commissioner Martin, 17 commissioners earned the designation at the 2022 award ceremony and a total of 285 commissioners have earned the designation since the inception of the program.Theeducation program is made possible in partnership with the University of Florida/IFAS Extension, who has sponsored this program for the last fifteen years and has offices in all 67 Florida counties.
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Upon completing the program, Commissioner John Martin stated, “The Advanced County Commissioner Program has provided me with a better understanding of the complex issues that counties are facing around the State. This knowledge has further prepared me in planning for Nassau County’s future and will be useful in effectively representing our constituents. I highly recommend the Advanced County Commissioner program to any Elected Official who wants to expand their expertise in governmental affairs and maximize their leadership skills”.The ACC I education program was launched in 2006 and commissioners must fully commit to the coursework to graduate from the program. Participants are challenged to act, think and lead during times of uncertainty and adversity.
The ACC I education program, consisting of three two-day seminars and 27 hours of total coursework, focuses on leadership development with an emphasis on the future of theCommissionersFlorida.aregivenopportunitytoparticipate following their graduation from the Certified County Commissioners (CCC) program. “As an optional program, it takes a commissioner who is truly dedicated to serving their community to pursue this designation and it speaks volumes about those who do,” shared the Institute for County Government’s Executive Director, Eric Poole. “This program brings together commissioners who are committed to facing Florida’s greatest challenges and allows them to collaborate and grow as they learn new strategies, which they may use to better their communities.”
To learn more about the ACC program and other education programs offered through the Institute for County Government, please visit flicg.org. Yulee vs. Charlton County September 2 | 7:30 PM Away Game: Non-District Yulee vs. Titusville September 9 | 7:30 PM Home Game: Non-District Yulee vs. AcademyZarephath
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