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Some residents still need shelter in north Florida
By Catherine Awasthi on July 3rd, 2012 | Last updated: March 28, 2013 at 3:47 pm
One week ago, a tropical storm swept across North Central Florida, flooding many homes and sending resident out of their homes and into shelters. WUFT-FM’s Catherine Awasthi reports how the Red Cross is still providing shelter for those waiting to go [...]
In swing states like Florida, young voters attractive target for campaigns
By Catherine Awasthi on July 3rd, 2012 | Last updated: March 28, 2013 at 3:49 pm
The presidential election is only four months away as the presidential candidates campaign for votes around the country. With Florida holding 29 elecotoral votes, WUFT-FM’s Catherine Awasthi reports how the swing state is turning into a presidential battleground with the biggest [...]
U.S. Forest Service acquires new fire-fighting equipment
By Front Page Edition on June 14th, 2012 | Last updated: October 5, 2012 at 1:35 pm
By Robert Lopez & Catherine Awasthi - WUFT-FM The U.S. Forest Service has awarded contracts to four companies to provide a total of seven next-generation airtankers to fight wildfires. This is an addition to the eight additional aircrafts added to the [...]
Algal bloom on Santa Fe River topic of forum tonight
By Front Page Edition on May 29th, 2012 | Last updated: September 27, 2012 at 2:41 pm
By Catherine Awasthi – WUFT-FM Prior to Tropical Depression Beryl, the lack of rain was a major factor in an algal bloom in the Santa Fe River near High Springs. A public forum will be held tonight at Poe Springs Park providing tips and expert knowledge to residents on the most [...]
Fire destroys several Gainesville businesses
By Catherine Awasthi on May 24th, 2012 | Last updated: March 28, 2013 at 4:13 pm
A fire early Wednesday morning destroyed a building on Northwest 53rd Avenue in Gainesville which was home to five businesses. WUFT-TV’s Catherine Awasthi reports.
Florida Red Cross assures support one year after deadly Missouri tornado
By Front Page Edition on May 22nd, 2012 | Last updated: September 20, 2012 at 2:09 pm
By Catherine Awasthi – WUFT-FM A year ago, a tornado tore through Joplin, Mo., killing 161 people and causing nearly $3 billion in damage. In the year since the tornado, residents and volunteers have worked tirelessly to clear debris and rebuild [...]
