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Candy Fontana Verde and Maria Avlonitis/WUFT NewsThough it’s tempting to grab the leaf blower or throw them away, you might want to consider leaving the leaves alone. -
“I enjoy being part of nature and getting to see the trees and the birds and sunshine again,” Peck said.
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The Ocala City Council voted unanimously Tuesday to rezone about 30 acres along West Silver Springs Boulevard from a previously approved mixed-use housing development to light industrial use, after the developer said apartment market saturation had stalled the original plan. -
One month after a massive rail tie fire sent thick, potentially hazardous smoke over Dunnellon and nearby Chatmire, residents are still demanding answers about how a disaster many warned about became reality.
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“The technology has outpaced the policy,” she said, “and the laws have not kept up with how quick and how fast these e-scooters and these e-bikes can go.” -
The Senate passed the bill 31-4 in late January. The House passed its version Wednesday 103-8. It still needs to be signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
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The Florida Strawberry Festival returned to Plant City for an 11-day run ending Sunday. -
A steady stream of families moved through the McPherson Complex on Saturday with strawberry treats, shaved ice and lemonade in hand as live music carried across the festival grounds and children crowded the petting zoo and BMX show.
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Kaley MantzThe majority Hispanic district, which encompasses Osceola County and parts of Orange and Polk counties, is one of several Democratic seats in Florida that may be targeted for redistricting. -
Photoillustration by Libby CliftonMarsy’s Law was initially a constitutional amendment that Florida voters approved in 2018. It intended to protect crime victims from having their identities revealed under Florida’s public records law. -
A recent state report attacked diversity, equity and inclusion programs as wasteful, criticized local governments for what it described as spending taxpayer money by funding grants for therapeutic art, food justice and “assisting illegal aliens.” -
The panel that runs public universities in Florida is set to meet Monday to approve a one-year ban on hiring new foreign faculty through the H1-B visa system — a move critics said could harm research and education in the state.
Recent WUFT Podcast Episodes
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In a case of déjà vu from last year’s session, the Florida House and Senate can’t seem to agree on the budget. Host Kristin Chermont Spina speaks with WFSU capital reporter Tristan Wood to break down how we got here, and what will happen next. -
This episode features the new WildFlowers Music Park in Melrose, Florida. Robert Hutchinson and Catherine Booth join guest host Aileyahu Shanes to tell us about the park and the upcoming WildFlowers Festival of Music and Dance. -
Host Kristin Chermont Spina spoke with state government reporter Tristan Wood about what that could mean for GRU customers and the city.
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Artistry in Motion celebrates the local arts community by focusing on the creativity, passion and perseverance of the artist. The program showcases each individual artist’s story in an engaging audio and visual vignette.
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Members of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity Lion Committee painted the SAE Lion in honor of fallen brother Cody Khork on Thursday. -
Animal Resources Shelter Supervisor Brittany D’Azzo witnessed Gordon and Whiskey’s reunion firsthand. D’Azzo said it was heartwarming to see. -
The event was meant to get people connected with nature and with the community, according to recreation leader Allison Bordini. It also encouraged visitors to stay off of their phones and be present in nature.
