Students at Gadsden County High School got a head start on their future Thursday as the school hosted a career fair aimed at preparing them for life after graduation. The event was especially focused on upperclassmen, with graduation just around the corner.
Employers from across Gadsden County were on hand, giving students the chance to explore a variety of career paths and connect directly with potential employers. Organizers say events like this are essential in helping students plan their next steps—especially for those who may choose to enter the workforce instead of going to college.
The importance of career readiness comes as Florida’s unemployment rate continues to shift. According to the Florida Department of Commerce, the state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 4.5 percent in January. That’s up 0.2 percentage points from December 2025 and up 1.0 percentage point compared to this time last year. The data shows about 499,000 Floridians were unemployed out of a labor force of more than 11 million…