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Daily Archives: March 12, 2012
Americans on edge following shooting of Afghan civilians by U.S. soldier
By Front Page Edition on March 12th, 2012 | Last updated: October 31, 2012 at 11:52 am
By Chris Gilmore – WUFT-FM Just weeks after the alleged Quran burning on a NATO base, an American soldier is accused of firing on civilians in Afghanistan. Florida’s 89.1, WUFT FM’s Chris Gilmore reports on the effects the shootings are [...]
Former UF professor to outline the implications of ignoring global climate changes
By Front Page Edition on March 12th, 2012 | Last updated: October 31, 2012 at 11:53 am
By Jillian Baach – WUFT-FM Former University of Florida Professor Stephen Mulkey returns to Gainesville in honor of Climate Week to talk about changes in the global climate. The public is invited to hear Mulkey speak tomorrow night at 7:30 p.m. at Smathers Library East in [...]
March Madness begins
By Front Page Edition on March 12th, 2012 | Last updated: October 31, 2012 at 11:54 am
By Stephanie Denardo – WUFT-FM March Madness is heating up as fans fill out brackets and prepare for tomorrow’s NCAA Men’s Basketball Championships tip off. Florida’s 89.1, WUFT-FM’s Stephanie Denardo has more about CBS Sports’s March Madness College Campus events.
State Representative Charles Chestnut breaks down the legislative session
By Front Page Edition on March 12th, 2012 | Last updated: October 31, 2012 at 11:54 am
By Marc Whiteman – WUFT-FM With the state budget balanced and other issues debated, Democratic State Representative Charles Chestnut from Gainesville shared his thoughts about the 2012 legislative session with Florida’s 89.1, WUFT-FM’s Marc Whiteman.
Gatornationals, a family affair
By Front Page Edition on March 12th, 2012 | Last updated: October 31, 2012 at 11:54 am
By Alex de Armas – WUFT-FM Gatornationals is more than just a race to some fans, it’s a tradition. Florida’s 89.1, WUFT FM’s Alex de Armas spoke to a father and son who have been coming out to the race [...]
The need for speed brings in the “big bucks” to Gainesville
By Front Page Edition on March 12th, 2012 | Last updated: October 31, 2012 at 11:56 am
By Jillian de Montluzin – WUFT-FM Rain or shine drag racing fans from all over traveled to Gaineville this weekend for the Gatornationals. As Florida’s 89.1 WUFT-FM’s Jillian de Montluzin reports, fan’s just couldn’t resist their need for speed. Gatornationals attracts fans [...]
Marion County encourages local business to compete locally
By WUFT News on March 12th, 2012 | Last updated: March 30, 2013 at 1:37 pm
Marion County is stepping up efforts to work with local businesses. County Procurement Services Director Susan Olsen says both the business and the local economy can benefit from the partnership. The month-long campaign aims to bring awareness to these businesses [...]
Highway construction project will cause congestion around Lake City
By Fernanda Ponce on March 12th, 2012 | Last updated: March 28, 2013 at 4:36 pm
Resurfacing along I-75 will cause delays in North Central Florida starting tomorrow. Florida’s 89.1 WUFT-FM’s Fernanda Ponce says the project aims to improve safety standards.
State veterans organization reacts to Afghanistan shooting
By Lisa Greenberg on March 12th, 2012 | Last updated: March 28, 2013 at 4:36 pm
The next step for an American Soldier who shot and killed 16 innocent Afghanistan civilians is still unclear. Florida Disabled American Veterans Executive Director Al Linden says the motives behind the soldier’s shootings are still being investigated. Of the 16 [...]
Obstacles continue in fight against Clay County fire
By Dana Kurtz on March 12th, 2012 | Last updated: March 28, 2013 at 4:36 pm
Smoke and falling trees are becoming a hazard as Clay County Fire Rescue attempts to control the Caribbean Circle fire. Clay County Fire Rescue Captain Bernita Bush says the crew is handling the flames the best it can. Bush adds [...]
