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The Gainesville Sun

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UF arena to become Tower Hill Arena in new naming deal

The arena inside the Stephen C. O'Connell Center is getting a new name as the University of Florida moves forward with several major athletics projects, including a $22.5 million loan and a $77 million expansion of the Lemerand Athletic Center. Tower Hill Arena The University of Florida Board of Trustees on Nov. 10 approved a naming-rights arrangement that paves the way for a new corporate name for the arena inside the Stephen C. O'Connell Center. UAA and Tower Hill Insurance Group have agreed to an initial five-year deal running from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2031, with an option to extend the agreement for another five years through June 2036. University news: UF's Bell says H-1B job filing was made without his approval Exactech Arena will be renamed Tower Hill Arena. The Stephen C. O'Connell Center itself will retain its name. UF spokesperson Steve Orlando said the Exactech contract expired over the summer, clearing the way for the arena to transition to its new name. UAA and Tower Hill have agreed to general terms through a memorandum of understanding, though the board materials do not disclose how much Tower Hill will pay for the naming rights. The arena had

Gainesville, FL · 1d

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Plans move forward for Silverleaf high school

Free local news and info, in your inbox at 6 a.m. M-F. The St. Johns County School Board has approved plans for a new high school in the sprawling Silverleaf community, with plans to open the school in time for the 2029-30 school year. The school district is moving along...

St Johns County, FL · 8h
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Junior high employee in Clay County resigns amid police, DCF investigation, spokeswoman says

An employee of Lake Asbury Junior High in Clay County has resigned amid allegations being investigated by the Clay County Sheriff’s Office and Florida Department of Children and Families, a spokeswoman said. Amid the investigation, the district is not discussing the nature of the allegations but said it has contacted families of “involved students.”

Clay County, FL · 3d

Action News Jax

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Clay County District Schools confirms ‘unexpected’ death of Paterson Elementary School principal

Clay County District Schools is mourning the “unexpected” death of one of its elementary school principals.

Clay County, FL · 1d

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High school football ‘26: Playoff glance for Class 1A-3A postseason games

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The high school football playoffs begin in full this week. Here’s a glance at State Series playoff games in Classes 1A-3A as those games approach. Breakdowns for games in the Open division, Classes 4A-6A and independent football will be published Thursday. Class 1A-3A State Series...

Jacksonville, FL · 16h

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Calls to resign, cries of hate speech: Public comment halted during DCPS meeting after anti-Muslim remarks spark outrage

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A Duval County School Board meeting turned chaotic Monday night after District 1 member Tony Ricardo reportedly reshared an anti-Islam post on Facebook — drawing a packed crowd, heated public comment, and calls for his resignation. The post, which has since been deleted from Ricardo’s...

Duval County, FL · 1d

Action News Jax

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Former Baldwin Middle-Senior High School principal who had gun in car on campus has charge dropped

A misdemeanor charge against former Baldwin Middle-Senior High School Principal Michael Smith was dropped Thursday, Nov. 5 after Smith successfully completed a pre-trial intervention program.

Duval County, FL · 2d

WOKV

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Vincent R. Hall, principal of Raines High School, 2025 Duval County Principal of the Year, has died

"Please keep Principal Hall’s family and loved ones in your thoughts and prayers. Let’s take care of one another in the days ahead." - Timothy Simmons, DCPS Regional Superintendent

Duval County, FL · 1d

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Flagler County Schools earns Florida’s Purple Star School District designation

Education officials named Flagler County Schools a Purple Star School District for helping military-connected students.

Flagler County, FL · 7h

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In their own words: Students, colleagues, friends share life-changing encounters with late Raines principal Vincent Hall

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A mentor, a dedicated educator, an advocate, a respected leader, a champion for students. These are just a handful of the heartfelt tributes that have poured in from students, colleagues, alumni and friends of Raines High School Principal Vincent Hall. He passed away Monday, leaving the...

Jacksonville, FL · 1d

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Raines High School principal passes away after nearly 30 years working with DCPS

Neuropathy is Not From Low Vitamin B (Meet The Real Enemy) If you need help with the Public File, call (904) 393-9801. At WJXT, we are committed to informing and delighting our audience. In our commitment to covering our communities with innovation and excellence, we incorporate Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies to enhance our news gathering, reporting, and presentation processes. Read our article to see how we are using Artificial Intelligence.

Jacksonville, FL · 1d

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‘Champion for our students’: Raines High School principal passes away after nearly 30 years working with DCPS

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Duval County Public Schools confirmed Monday that Raines High School Principal Vincent Hall passed away. Regional Superintendent Timothy Simmons shared the news with students and staff, saying in part: “He was a champion for our students and a deeply valued member of our Viking family. His loss is felt across our school community, and our hearts are with his family, friends, and all who knew and loved him.”

Jacksonville, FL · 1d

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Paterson Elementary principal dies after 28 years with Clay County schools

CLAY COUNTY, Fla. – John O’Brian, principal of Paterson Elementary, has died unexpectedly, the Clay County School District said. O’Brian spent 28 years with the district. He had been Paterson’s principal for 12 years. The school, on Fleming Island, was named Florida’s 10th-best public elementary school and recognized as a School of Excellence in 2024.

Clay County, FL · 1d

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2026 Florida 1A Regional Roundup: Bolles, Montverde Academy Each Sweep Team Titles

The top two finishers in each event automatically qualified for this weekend’s state meet, along with the next best eight overall times among all regions. Current photo via Stock image/Keith Dunlap. Below is a recap of all four Florida High School Athletic Association Class 1A region meets. The top...

Florida · 2d

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High school football playoffs: Raines makes Open division as massive playoff road awaits Vikings

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The high school football playoff brackets are set with the Raines Vikings making the inaugural Open division as one of the state’s top-eight teams. The high school football playoff brackets are set with the Raines Vikings making the inaugural Open division as one of the state’s top-eight teams.

Jacksonville, FL · 5d

Action News Jax

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Junior high employee in Clay County resigns amid police, DCF investigation, spokeswoman says

An employee of Lake Asbury Junior High in Clay County has resigned amid allegations being investigated by the Clay County Sheriff’s Office and Florida Department of Children and Families, a spokeswoman said. Amid the investigation, the district is not discussing the nature of the allegations but said it has contacted families of “involved students.”

Clay County, FL · 3d

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Undefeated Episcopal Just Two Wins Away From Capturing SSAA State Title

Jacksonville, FL – The Episcopal School of Jacksonville Eagles are making noise across Florida high school football. With an undefeated record and two impressive postseason victories, Episcopal is now just two wins away from capturing a Sunshine State Athletic Association (SSAA) state championship. The Eagles improved to 12-0 after...

Jacksonville, FL · 4d

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Pirates rematch Warriors; Hornets off today in heart of football playoffs

The Fernandina Beach High School football team (4-7) is in the throes of the post season today as they travel to face county rival, the West Nassau High School Warriors, in the SSAA Atlantic State Championship quarterfinal game. The Pirates look to get redemption against the Warriors (8-2-1), who defeated...

Fernandina Beach, FL · 5d

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Mandarin caps dramatic overtime win over St. Augustine with walk-off 2-point conversion, turns focus to playoffs

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Mandarin closed the regular season with a big win — a 32-31 overtime victory against St. Augustine that ended on a walk-off, game-winning 2-point conversion. Senior running back Shaunqueze Foster took the final snap and powered in the deciding points, setting off a sideline and...

Jacksonville, FL · 6d