Tuesday, Dec. 2: School Finances + Church Rebrand + New Housing
Tuesday, Dec. 2
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FPL Scheme Case: Appeals court revives NextEra lawsuit tied to Jacksonville political operation.
A federal appeals court is allowing a shareholder suit against NextEra Energy to proceed. The case alleges securities fraud and links FPL executives to controversial attempts to influence Jacksonville politics and media.
School Finances: Duval budget picture brightens, but campus closures remain possible.
Duval County Schools’ $100M budget crisis is easing. Superintendent Bernier cites revised accounting, strong enrollment funding, and leftover COVID aid, though some school closures may still be needed.
Church Rebrand: Progressive Jacksonville congregation launches inclusive online “cathedral” ministry.
Progressive Spirit United Church of Christ, Jacksonville’s oldest UCC congregation, celebrated 150 years and rebranded to focus on radical inclusion. Leaders plan an online “cathedral” to expand community outreach.
Higher Ed Push: Jacksonville seeks Culinary Institute campus to expand local training options.
The Culinary Institute of America is in early talks with Jacksonville officials about a possible new campus, adding to the city’s growing higher education offerings alongside the upcoming University of Florida graduate campus.
New Housing: KB Home opens Seaton Hollow starter-home community in North Jacksonville.
KB Home has opened Seaton Hollow, a 100-lot community with homes starting in the low $300,000s. Located near I-95 and River City Marketplace, homes range from three to five bedrooms and 1,200–2,400 sq. ft.
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