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Terry Parker High School Launches New Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair Program

Terry Parker High School Launches New Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair Program

Terry Parker High School in Jacksonville, Florida, has broken ground on a new Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair Program. This initiative, set to begin in the 2027-2028 school year, aims to expand Career and Technical Education opportunities for students. The program will offer students the chance to earn industry-recognized certifications in automotive maintenance and repair, providing them with practical knowledge and hands-on experience for careers in the automotive sector. The project involves constructing a dedicated, state-of-the-art automotive laboratory and modern instructional classroom space. School leaders emphasized that this program reflects their commitment to preparing students for success beyond high school by equipping them with the skills and confidence needed for a competitive workforce. The funding for this program was secured through a CAP Grant, with significant support from the Florida Legislature, district leadership, Auld & White Constructors, and various community and busines...
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Jacksonville airport launches Gateside access on Oct. 2. What to know

Jacksonville airport launches Gateside access on Oct. 2. What to know

Jacksonville International Airport is launching the Gateside by TSA PreCheck program Friday, Oct. 2. Here's what it means for Jacksonville travelers.
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Duval teacher jailed on child abuse, lewd touching charges

Duval teacher jailed on child abuse, lewd touching charges

Brian Wilker Orr was ordered not to enter any Duval County school as a condition of his release from jail on charges that include lewd touching.
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Cold case guilty plea brings closure after nearly 40 years of grief

Cold case guilty plea brings closure after nearly 40 years of grief

Gary Glowacz, 70, ended 38 years of grief for a Jacksonville family after pleading guilty to the 1987 murder of Melissa "Missy Taylor" Ellison.
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Jacksonville families to get down payment to get them in the door

Jacksonville families to get down payment to get them in the door

JWB Cares Welcome Home Fund, the charitable foundation of JWB Real Estate Companies, will give 8 families $20,000 each to help them buy homes.
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Clay County teen earns spot in Macy's Thanksgiving parade

Clay County teen earns spot in Macy's Thanksgiving parade

Oakleaf High School's Brendan Bowens is the only Jacksonville-area teen selected for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Great American Marching Band.
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Publix, West Elm, restaurants, other tenants coming to Seven Pines

Publix, West Elm, restaurants, other tenants coming to Seven Pines

Jacksonville's Seven Pines development announced 23 tenants, including the return of West Elm and Williams Sonoma.
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Jacksonville native Jacob Davidson hired as Players Events Director

Jacksonville native Jacob Davidson hired as Players Events Director

The Players Championship announced the hiring of Jacksonville native Jacob Davidson to be the "Event Director" of the tournament.
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Times-Union Play of the Month. Vote on the best plays from September

Times-Union Play of the Month. Vote on the best plays from September

Vote for the best high school sports play from September across Northeast Florida and help crown our next winner.
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Woody's Bar-B-Q closing original Jacksonville restaurant Sept. 30

Woody's Bar-B-Q closing original Jacksonville restaurant Sept. 30

The original Woody’s Bar-B-Q in Jacksonville is closing after 46 years on Sept. 30. But the restaurant will celebrate its history with a special deal.
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Kevin Carrico won't run for re-election. Here's what he'll do instead

Kevin Carrico won't run for re-election. Here's what he'll do instead

Former City Council President Kevin Carrico won't seek re-election to his District 4 seat. He will serve out remainder of current term.
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Less than once planned, DCPS still wants new Venetia Elementary by 2028

Less than once planned, DCPS still wants new Venetia Elementary by 2028

The new school would combine students from Venetia and Ortega elementaries as well as pre-kindergarten, but wouldn't change other attendance lines.