Student arrested for bringing gun to school in Putnam County
The student was charged with third-degree felony possession of a weapon. PUTNAM COUNTY, Fla. — A 14-year-old student at Q.I. Junior-Senior High School in Putnam County was arrested for allegedly bringing…
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9th grader arrested after tip on FortifyFL app leads to discovery of gun at Putnam County school
PUTNAM COUNTY, Fla. – An app that allows students to send tips to law enforcement agencies is the reason behind the arrest of a Putnam County student accused of bringing…
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Atlantic Beach commissioners pass resolution in support of school
“It’s more than just a building, it’s our heart and our soul. We’re a formidable force here and we’re a force to be reckoned with.” -Commissioner Jessica Ring said ATLANTIC…
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Atlantic Beach City Commission backs effort to keep elementary school open after news of possible closure
ATLANTIC BEACH, Fla. – The Atlantic Beach City Commission ruled unanimously in support of a proposal requesting the Duval County School Board to ensure that Atlantic Beach Elementary School will…
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School board to vote on merger of 2 Duval County elementary schools on Tuesday
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Duval County Public Schools (DCPS) is considering merging R.L. Brown Elementary School and R.V. Daniels Elementary School The district hosted the second of two meetings to discuss…
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Man found in Loretto Elementary classroom before school taken into custody by police
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The principal of Loretto Elementary School reported an unusual incident to parents Tuesday morning. Principal Tammy Boyd said that as staff members were opening the school building…
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Duval County Public Schools to host 3rd annual employment fair for high school seniors
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Duval County Public Schools (DCPS) will be hosting its third annual employment fair for high school seniors on March 27. DCPS has partnered with JaxUSA, CareerSource, and…
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DCPS leaders break ground on new building at Mandarin High School that will eliminate 19 portables
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Officials with Duval County Public Schools are set to hold a groundbreaking ceremony Wednesday morning for a brand-new building at set to be constructed at Mandarin High…
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Riverside High School Football Stadium Renamed in Honor of Leon Barrett
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — In a momentous occasion for the Riverside High School community, the football stadium has been bestowed with a new name to commemorate the contributions of Leon Barrett….
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Local school teams up with project to help students, adults live healthier lifestyles
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A local school is making strides toward healthier lifestyles for its students thanks to a partnership with the Blue Zones Project Jacksonville. Organizers and school leaders at…
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