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In the News: Venezuela’s new president, Climate change risks, ‘Trayvon Martin’ targets, FCAT begins, High Springs surveillance
By Dana Edwards on April 15th, 2013 | Last updated: April 15, 2013 at 11:08 am
Nicolas Maduro narrowly wins presidential election in Venezuela – Nicolas Maduro won a slim victory for the Venezuelan presidency. During his campaign, Maduro pledged to continue the socialist transformation former President Hugo Chavez began. Maduro served under Chavez for 20 years. [...]
Steps at Poe Springs will take more time
By Chip Skambis on September 18th, 2012 | Last updated: March 30, 2013 at 2:05 pm
Summer is coming to a close, and Poe Springs still does not have its steps. Delays resulted after water levels rose too high for construction to continue. Bob Barnas, the vice mayor of High Springs , said the delays in [...]
Red Cross opens distribution sites for supplies while shelters remain open
By Front Page Edition on June 30th, 2012 | Last updated: September 20, 2012 at 1:51 pm
Official Red Cross Press Release: Melanie Saxon (352) 258-6304 Christian Smith (904) 307-7110 Red Cross Opens Distribution Sites for Supplies while Shelters Remain Open The following Red Cross sites are open for distribution of supplies which include coolers, comfort kits, [...]
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Sylvia opens at the High Springs Community Theatre
By Front Page Edition on June 14th, 2012 | Last updated: October 9, 2012 at 3:39 pm
By Liana Charles – WUFT-FM The High Springs Community Theater is opening a new play this weekend. Florida’s 89.1, WUFT-FMs Liana Charles talks to the director and lead actor about the production of Sylvia.
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 [...]
Health Department issues warning about algal bloom on Santa Fe River
By Front Page Edition on May 24th, 2012 | Last updated: September 7, 2012 at 2:28 pm
By WUFT-FM Staff The Alachua County Health Department is asking the public to watch out for an algal bloom that has been identified in the Santa Fe River near High Springs between the Highway 27 bridge and upstream of Poe [...]
High Springs set to celebrate Pioneer Day
By Front Page Edition on April 25th, 2012 | Last updated: October 3, 2012 at 10:50 am
By Alex de Armas – WUFT-FM High Springs community members have their annual Pioneer day coming up. Florida’s 89.1, WUFT-FM’s Alex de Armas reports on what High Springs residents can expect from this year’s festivities.
Airing concerns about an open-air shelter
By Alex de Armas on April 18th, 2012 | Last updated: March 28, 2013 at 4:19 pm
The size and scope of a community’s controversy is relative. A bigger city like Gainesville can become divided over things like tax hikes, biomass and bike paths, but Florida’s 89.1 WUFT-FM’s Alex de Armas reports in High Springs, an antebellum [...]
Small local elections can have a big impact
By Front Page Edition on April 10th, 2012 | Last updated: October 4, 2012 at 5:29 pm
By Maria Tridas – WUFT-FM Local elections have begun in Alachua, Newberry and High Springs. Florida’s 89.1, WUFT-FM’s Maria Tridas has more on the signifance of small town politics.
City of High Springs to reopen local park
By Chip Skambis on February 15th, 2012 | Last updated: March 28, 2013 at 4:43 pm
Poe Springs park is going to reopen soon and, as Florida’s 89.1, WUFT-FM’s Chip Skambis reports, the City of High Springs has big plans for the park.
