Lawmaker awarding scholarships to 6 students

CHAMPAIGN – State Rep. Naomi Jakobsson, D-Urbana, urges students to apply for one of six $500 scholarships to be awarded to seniors from the high schools in her district.

Applicants must submit their high school grade-point averages as well as an essay describing their personal dedication to community service.

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