Under The 8

In this episode we talk with Dave Scott about his blog, new column in Folio weekly, and his life on the island.  

Fresh local foods and local handmade goods are sold every Saturday are a highlight of island life. In this episode we head over to historic downtown Fernandina to talk with the director and vendors at the Farmers Market.

On this episode we talk with Fernandina native Rob Hicks about his new book highlighting famous locals from the past and present day. Also in this episode, we moved from the Book Loft to Pajama Dave’s new wine and beer garden, PJD’s to enjoy craft beers, island breezes, and the company of locals.

This episode of Under The 8 celebrates Fernandina Beach’s favorite harmonica playing pineapple and peanut salesman, Felix Jones. To celebrate his birthday, locals share their favorite Felix stories with us.

His life is better than your vacation. As one of the most recognized faces on the island, Pajama Dave is living the dream. In this episode of Under the 8 we visit PJ’s Pajama Life store downtown to talk with him about his life in Fernandina, why he wears pajamas every day, boat tours, his … Continue reading Episode 8: Pajama Dave →

On this episode of Under the 8-We visit American Beach and museum and chat with Thea Seagraves who shares her first encounter with the Beach Lady and a few stories of this historic beach.

Today we talk with Sinda Nichols about her role as the Bell of Amherst and her Live Ink Theater projects.

The odd octagonal building just off of 8th Street is the subject of much curiosity in Fernandina Beach. In this episode of Under the 8, Christy and Tarah talk with Amelia Musical Playhouse owners, Jill and Gregg Dillingham, about their theater and most recent in the works production, ‘Little Shop of Horrors’, as well as … Continue reading Episode 5: Amelia Musical Playhouse →

This October, Fernandina Beach residents lived through the most powerful storm that the island has seen in years. Local hurricane hero, Chad Bridges and former Mayor, Johnny Miller, talk with Christy and Tarah about their unique perspectives during the storm. Chad Bridges stayed behind, posting video and picture updates for those who chose to evacuate. … Continue reading Episode 4: Hurricane Matthew →

In this episode we chat with local artists William and Kathy Maurer about their art, island life, and travels. We also take a side trip to the north end of the island to visit with Billy Burbank to hear a story about his family business, Burbank Trawl Makers, operating in Fernandina for over 100 years, for our new … Continue reading Episode 3: William and Kathleen Maurer →