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While many scholarship programs face cuts, Jacksonville dock workers just awarded their biggest scholarship package ever—$82,000 to 24 deserving students. More than half are the first in their families to attend college.
Jacksonville just became the first major city to tie economic development incentives directly to veteran hiring. Every company receiving city job creation incentives must now reserve 10% of new positions for veterans and military families.
The Jacksonville Rotary Club just gave four young people a total of $7,000 in scholarships to pursue careers from pharmacy to law enforcement. The awards included the club's first-ever Vocational Student of the Year honor, recognizing that career success comes in many forms.
A Jacksonville Beach brewery honors fallen firefighter Garrett Opper with a specialty beer that funds mental health support for first responders. The campaign has already raised thousands, with a local law firm matching donations dollar for dollar.
A 2-year-old Jacksonville boy walked out of the hospital with zero brain damage just two days after being pulled unconscious from a pond. His mother's quick CPR and an off-duty officer's response turned what could have been a tragedy into a story of survival. #
Over 30 volunteers hauled 30-pound oyster habitats into Jacksonville's Trout River to filter polluted water and protect shorelines from flooding. Together they could clean 300 extra gallons daily while creating the largest artificial oyster reef in the St. Johns River watershed.
A Jacksonville golf association just awarded scholarships to 18 more students, bringing its 50-year total to $2.5 million given to 475 young people. The class of 2026 boasts an impressive combined 4.2 GPA and will attend top schools across the nation. #
Junior Achievement is building a 35,000-square-foot learning center where students can run mock businesses, manage budgets, and explore careers through real-world simulations. The facility at Florida State College Jacksonville's downtown campus will serve more than 30,000 students annually starting in 2027.
The Jacksonville Area Golf Association just awarded scholarships to 18 students and four golf professionals, continuing a tradition that's helped 475 students since 1974. These local golfers are heading to 13 different colleges with an impressive 4.2 average GPA.
Nearly 2,000 volunteers showed up to make Jacksonville's inaugural IRONMAN triathlon a success, handling everything from shuttling spectators to cheering exhausted athletes across the finish line. Their teamwork turned a massive logistical challenge into a community celebration.
The Jacksonville Jaguars just made going to an NFL game way more affordable for families. Hot dogs, nachos, popcorn, pretzels, beer, and water now cost just $4.99 at four stands throughout EverBank Stadium.
A new experiential learning center at Florida State College at Jacksonville will serve over 30,000 students annually starting next fall. Through simulated towns and hands-on business experiences, students will bridge the gap between classroom learning and real careers.
A Jacksonville student pursuing three degrees earned top academic honors at Augustana College this spring. Jaymee Vollmer joined over 1,100 students recognized for maintaining a 3.5 GPA or higher.
Sporting Club Jacksonville scored twice in the final minutes, then won with a header four minutes into stoppage time for a thrilling 3-2 comeback victory. The men's team rallied from behind while the women's squad fought to a 1-1 draw the same weekend.
The Jacksonville University Dolphins are headed to March Madness after winning their first conference championship in a decade. Their 66-63 overtime thriller secured only the second tournament bid in program history.
Four young AmeriCorps volunteers are cutting fresh zinnias and delivering them free to nursing homes, food banks, and community centers across Jacksonville, Illinois. The MainStreet Farms Initiative added flowers to their regular produce donations to spread a little more sunshine.
A Jacksonville community organization just launched two scholarships worth $1,750 each to help local high school students pursue careers in law enforcement. The awards represent a long-term investment in both young people and the future of community policing.
College football scores a win for tradition as Virginia and NC State move their 2025 matchup from Brazil back to Charlottesville. The decision keeps students and local fans at the heart of the game.
Audrey Ericksen came home to play basketball at NC State as a walk-on, willing to pay her own way just for the chance to compete. Two weeks later, her coach surprised her by ripping up a $30,000 tuition bill and awarding her a full scholarship.
The eighth-seeded NC State Wolfpack dominated their NCAA Tournament opener with a flawless 5-0 victory over Morgan State, keeping their remarkable postseason streak alive. This marks the team's seventh consecutive year advancing past the first round.
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