Local Veteran Named Hyundai Hometown Heroes winner.

Longtime Orange Park High teacher Christine Sanders Howell will soon be the proud owner of a 2024 Hyundai Tucson after winning the Hyundai Hometown Heroes contest.

Join us for an exclusive first look at the inspiring stories of three local heroes in Jacksonville, recognized and celebrated by News4JAX Insiders. Discover their selfless acts of service, crowned with the prestigious reward of a 2023 Hyundai Tucson. As a token of our appreciation, News4JAX Insiders enjoy 24-hour early access to this heartwarming celebration of community, service, and triumph. Be inspired, be involved—secure your front-row seat to these uplifting tales and witness the joy of making Jacksonville a better place.

On November 8th, News4JAX made a special appearance at Ridgeview High School to delight Master Chief Sha'Ref Rashad with the announcement of his selection as the Hyundai Hometown Hero. He is set to become the proud recipient of a brand-new Hyundai Tucson.

Now it's time to vote for your military member or veteran hero to become the next Hyundai Hometown Hero to win a new Hyundai SUV.

Nominate a military servicemember or veteran who epitomize the essence of heroism within the military community

Carol B. Thomas, a registered nurse who works at Veterans Affairs, will receive a 2023 Hyundai Tucson SUV.

The top four vote-getters will go before the News4JAX review board to see who wins a 2023 Hyundai Tucson SUV.

Nominate someone you know who represents the Hometown Hero spirit while serving as a senior caregiver.

Nominate someone you know who represents the Hometown Hero spirit while serving as a senior caregiver.

A second-grade English and Social Studies teacher won the Hyundai Hometown Heroes Educator award.

The St. Augustine teacher's aide who won the Hyundai Hometown Heroes free car giveaway received her new ride Friday.

The St. Augustine teacher's aide who won the Hyundai Hometown Heroes free car giveaway received her new ride Friday.