Allison Valdez, Author at WUFT News

As Crime Increases, Duval Community Searches For Balanced Police Presence

November 10, 2016 Law and public safety

Gainesville police say crime ebbs and flows, but a recent uptick in the Duval community has caught the department's attention.

Amendment 1 Language On Florida’s Ballot Is Causing Confusion

October 21, 2016 Florida Votes

For some voters, the language of Amendment One on the ballot regarding solar energy is causing confusion.

Lionfish, Non-Native Predator In Florida Waters, ‘Invade’ Gainesville Restaurants

October 4, 2016 Animals

Lionfish have invaded Florida’s waters at alarming rates, and now for the month of October, they’re in Gainesville’s restaurants, too.

High Springs Fire Department Receives $30,000 Equipment Grant

September 22, 2016 Law and public safety

The City of High Springs Fire Department was awarded an equipment grant worth more than $30,000 from the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation on Thursday.

Alachua County Investigates Oil Spill in Duckpond

September 16, 2016 Environment

Alachua County is investigating the cause of an oil spill in Duck Pond that has kept ducks, swan and other waterfowl away.

How Is Panhandling Regulated in Alachua County?

April 27, 2016 Untold Florida

Panhandling is defined as any request made in person for a donation of money or other item of value. What panhandling laws exist in Alachua county and how are they enforced?

One-Legged Burglary Suspect Busted By Prosthetics

March 23, 2016 Law and public safety

A string of three burglaries in three weeks in Levy County came to a halt after investigators tracked down the suspect through a prosthetic leg print that he apparently left at the scene of the second burglary.

Would Changing Gainesville’s Election Date Increase Turnout?

March 20, 2016 Government and politics

'Gainesville Votes!' started a petition to change city election days. If passed, the proposal would take effect in the fall of 2018.

Florida Orthotics And Prosthetics Students Look For Schooling

February 11, 2016 Education, Untold Florida

The last orthotics and prosthetics bachelor’s and master’s program in the state ended last month. Now, students wanting to stay in the state are unsure how to continue. This story is a part of Untold Florida, a WUFT News series built from your questions.