JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The 2024 Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair just wrapped up after 11 days, and it released a breakdown of numbers.
Giving back to the community was important to event organizers.
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This year 4,500 active-duty military members, veterans, and their family members got free admission on Nov. 11.
17 college scholarships totaling $20,000 were given out.
Approximately 3,000 pre-K, kindergarten, and third-grade students got free field trips.
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More than 30 local musical artists performed.
More than 2,000 pounds of flour were delivered for funnel cakes.
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