HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. — Arrgh! The pirates of Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla are handing out some of their treasure to graduating seniors.
This year the Krewe celebrated the 25th year of the community fund, having donated more than $1 million to Hillsborough County students. The pirates awarded $126,000 in college scholarships to nine 2022 high school graduates as part of the Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla Fund.
"Each of the honorees excels in academics, athletics, and leadership activities," a press release for the event said.
Halei Murrell received her surprise scholarship Tuesday. She's graduating from Lennard High School and plans to attend Florida A&M University in the fall.
Two other students will be receiving scholarships from Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla.