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In the News: sexual predator signs, teacher license revoked, science education, Congress spending plan

By on April 11th, 2013 | Last updated: April 11, 2013 at 11:40 am

Signs identify sexual predators in Bradford County – Red signs with white lettering are being placed outside of sexual predators’ homes in Bradford County. The signs are meant to warn residents of where these predators live. Bradford County Sheriff Gordon [...]

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Ted Yoho files first bill, TRUST Act

By on March 21st, 2013 | Last updated: March 21, 2013 at 5:30 pm

Ted Yoho filed his first bill that, if passed, would prohibit any members of Congress convicted of any felony while in office from profiting from their congressional service.

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White House’s sequester plan would affect budgets of Alachua County programs

By on February 28th, 2013 | Last updated: February 28, 2013 at 4:27 pm

The White House’s newly released sequester, or governmental budget cuts plan, will affect Alachua County and Florida programs.

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In the News: Pope Benedict, Miami-Dade shooting, Girl missing, Sequester effects

By on February 26th, 2013 | Last updated: February 26, 2013 at 12:51 pm

Eighth-grade girl, 14-year-old BreeAnn Allyson Brooks, reported missing – BreeAnn Allyson Brooks, 14, was reported missing. Her family said she hasn’t been seen since 10:45 p.m. Sunday. The Gainesville Police Department considers Brooks a habitual runaway and has notified area law [...]

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Feb. 22, 2013: Morning News In 90

By on February 22nd, 2013 | Last updated: February 26, 2013 at 2:16 pm

A video bringing together the top local, state and national stories for readers in North Central Florida: Paynes Prairie burn, Tumblin Creek cleanup, businesses at Stadium Club, national spending cuts, Boeing 787 investigation.

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Proposed bill would allow Congress members to opt out of pension plans

By on January 24th, 2013 | Last updated: January 24, 2013 at 3:09 pm

Congressman Richard Nugent proposed a bill known as the “Congress is Not a Career Act,” which would allow all members of Congress to opt out of their taxpayer-funded pension plans.

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In the News: Tampa airport, Fantasyland opens, Syrian weapons, Apple Mac production, DeMint resigns

By on December 6th, 2012 | Last updated: December 6, 2012 at 2:39 pm

Tampa International to ban parking in arrival lanes – Tampa Bay Times – Tampa International Airport has announced that drivers may be banned from parking int he red and blue arrival lanes while waiting to pick up passengers. The Tampa [...]

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In the News: Texts turn 20, investigating football player suicide, Kate Middleton pregnant, Congress mistrusted, crash deaths down

By on December 3rd, 2012 | Last updated: December 3, 2012 at 4:14 pm

Police report: Chiefs’ Belcher shot himself behind vehicle; guns at house legally registered – Kansas City police plan to deliver a report to prosecutors Tuesday, answering questions in the case of Chiefs linebacker Jovan Belcher, who allegedly shot his girlfriend [...]

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In the News: marijuana initiative, Senate majority, concession speech, Florida results, Obama win

By on November 7th, 2012 | Last updated: November 7, 2012 at 9:39 am

Colorado, Washington legalize recreational marijuana use – Voters in Washington and Colorado passed ballot initiatives Tuesday for marijuana use. The initiative has been named the biggest victory for the marijuana legalization movement. CNN Dems keep Senate, leaders urge working toward [...]

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