Wednesday, Nov. 12: Veteran Grants Begin + UNF Efficiency Ranking + Jacksonville Traffic Safety Report
Wednesday, Nov. 12
Your local news briefing
5 Headlines You Should Know Today
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Jacksonville issues first $2,000 grants to veteran-owned businesses
Two years after launching a small-grant program, the city is cutting the first checks to Duval veterans who complete a business class and make qualified purchases. Officials will review outcomes to decide whether to expand the initiative.
Jacksonville Symphony taps Alison Bolton as VP & General Manager
Bringing 20+ years of orchestral leadership, Bolton will oversee production, touring, labor agreements, and marquee events like The First Coast Nutcracker. Leaders praised her steady hand and passion for the arts.
UNF ranks among Florida’s most cost-efficient universities
A new state audit pegs UNF’s per-degree cost at $57,602—well below the state average of nearly $79,000—placing it fourth statewide. Outgoing President Moez Limayem cites affordability as central to UNF’s strategy.
Study: Jacksonville is Florida’s most dangerous city for commuters
A MoneyGeek analysis ranks Jacksonville first in Florida and seventh nationally for commuter danger, citing a high fatal-crash rate. Mayor Donna Deegan’s Vision Zero plan aims to eliminate traffic deaths with safer design and traffic-calming.
Harris Teeter to open first Jacksonville store in Atlantic North
The 61,000-sq-ft supermarket will include a Starbucks café, wine & beer bar, expanded fresh departments, a drive-thru pharmacy, and fuel center. Construction is expected to begin spring 2026, creating up to 200 jobs.
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