About Us

Welcome to Clayflnews.com, your independent, locally rooted news source for everything happening in Clay County, Florida.

In a media landscape crowded with national noise and clickbait headlines, Clayflnews.com brings the spotlight back to the stories that truly matter, your schools, your neighborhoods, your voices.

Our Mission

To inform, uplift, and engage the people of Clay County through authentic journalism, real stories, and community-driven content.

We’re here to:

  • Keep you up-to-date on local news and developments
  • Cover school updates, business growth, public safety, and more
  • Provide a platform for your opinions and voices
  • Encourage thoughtful civic engagement and open dialogue

Who We Are

We are teachers, parents, writers, artists, veterans, small business owners, and students—all united by one goal: to serve our community through responsible, thoughtful, and independent reporting.

Clayflnews.com was started to fill a gap in hyperlocal journalism, offering a digital space for residents to read, contribute, and connect. We believe a well-informed public leads to a stronger, safer, more compassionate county.

What Makes Us Different

  • Local First – We focus only on Clay County. No out-of-state distractions.
  • Reader-Powered – Submit a story. Suggest a lead. Share your perspective.
  • Ad-Conscious – We allow ads from vetted local businesses to support our work, but never sell out our voice.
  • Inclusive Voices – We actively seek out stories from underserved parts of our community.

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