Fort Payne High Seniors Awarded Over $767K in Scholarships at Local Ceremony with Country Star Randy Owen

On May 14th, Fort Payne High School hosted a senior scholarship awards program. The event featured Randy Owen, a country music singer and trustee at Jacksonville State University (Jax State), and celebrated the awarding of scholarships to 24 seniors who will attend Jax State.

Representatives from Jax State, including Dr. Christie Shelton, Lauren Findley, and Joseph Culver, attended the ceremony. Randy Owen, a Jax State alumnus and lead singer of the band Alabama, was also present.

Lauren Findley spoke about the variety of scholarships Jax State offers, highlighting the university's commitment to supporting diverse talents and interests. The scholarships included merit-based awards, leadership scholarships, and Army ROTC scholarships.

The total value of the scholarships awarded to Fort Payne High School’s class of 2024 was over $767,000. This amount reflects Jax State's commitment to promoting academic excellence and leadership.

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