BAKER COUNTY, Fla. — The Baker County community came together Wednesday to honor longtime County Commissioner and JAXPORT Chief Operating Officer James Bennett , who tragically died in a car accident on Dec. 8.

A procession escorted Bennett back home, traveling along U.S. 90 through Macclenny as residents lined the streets, many paying tribute to a leader remembered for his dedication and service.

“And I just felt like it was such a deep tragedy for our community and of course his family." said former Baker County Commissioner Cathy Rhoden.

Rhoden, who served alongside Bennett for eight years, said his passing is a devastating loss for the community.

“His loss is just gonna be detrimental I think, of course there’ll be people that can come and fill shoes, but I don’t know they can ev

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