Thursday, Dec. 4: Stadium Upgrade + UNF Funding + Parricide Cases
Thursday, Dec. 4
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Stadium Upgrade: EverBank renovation overruns covered by Jaguars, project remains on track.
EverBank Stadium’s renovation may top $1.5 billion, $100 million over the original budget. Rising costs, driven by factors like tariffs, are not unusual for NFL projects. The Jaguars will cover overruns, and construction remains on track for the 2028 season.
UNF Funding: University seeks $6M city match for Hodges Stadium renovation.
The University of North Florida is seeking $6 million from Jacksonville to fund the first phase of a $35 million Hodges Stadium renovation. If approved, the city’s contribution would be matched by UNF to modernize facilities and host more citywide events.
Book Review: Duval board gives parent appointees authority over challenged titles.
Duval County School Board revised its book review policy, giving each board member authority to appoint a parent to review committees. Supporters say it protects parental rights; critics warn it centralizes control and limits broader input.
Parricide Cases: Fifth Jacksonville incident this year involves son charged with killing parent.
Jacksonville reports its fifth filicide case this year. Seventeen-year-old Syr Williams is accused of stabbing his father, marking the city’s 19th domestic-related homicide in 2025. Police have released few details on the Westside incident.
Affordable Housing: DLP Capital invests $1.5B in North Florida housing projects.
DLP Capital aims to end 2025 with $1.5 billion in affordable housing investments, focusing heavily on North Florida. Key projects include downtown Jacksonville’s Pearl Street community and developments in St. Johns County and Callahan. Affordable housing remains the firm’s top priority.
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