WUFT News News and Public Media for North Central Florida from the University of Florida in Gainesville
Anthem Community Church is expanding to accommodate its growing congregation. The church currently has four services on Sundays to accommodate many guests in its small space.
Read More »Anthem Community Church Plans Expansion
After 10 Weeks Of Repairs, Gainesville’s Northeast Pool Reopens
The pool is the only year-round, municipal aquatic facility within Gainesville's city limits.
Read More »Despite Vetoed Bill, Perry Will Continue to Fight for Advisory Board
Gov. Rick Scott vetoed House Bill 1355, which would give Gainesville residents a chance to vote to create a self-governing Gainesville Regional Utilities board. If approved, the board would have consisted of five members who would each be paid an $18,000 annual salary. The salary was one of the main reasons Gov. Scott vetoed the bill.
Read More »Comfort Inn Suites Opens in Dunnellon
With more amenities than the other smaller hotels, Dunnellon City Manager hopes the new $5.7 million, three-story, 71-room hotel encourages visitors stay and enjoy area attractions.
Read More »Human Remains Found In Silver Springs Shores
A hunter found human bones in the north edge of Silver Springs Shores.
Read More »Your Signature Is Everything When You Vote By Mail In Florida
Unlike a driver’s license, the state does not require voters to update a signature, which seems to be the root of signature inaccuracy errors.
Read More »Crash-landing Pilot Happy To Be Alive; Apologizes For Traffic Jam
On Sunday, the couple planned a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Tallahassee, with Gainesville set as a pit stop for fuel and a bathroom break. On Monday, they are happy to be alive.
Read More »Archer Car Hoarder Sees Gold While Neighbor Sees Red
After years of collecting and restoring old cars, an Archer resident has been cited for code violations surrounding his collection. He has begun clearing up the clutter, but he does not plan to just give everything he's collected away for the sake of following orders
Read More »Gainesville Army Property, Unused Since ’09, To Have New Purpose
The Recreation, Cultural Affairs and Public Works Committee met Monday night to discuss requests for proposals for a 6.8 acre lot in Gainesville and the old Army Reserve building that sits on half of it.
Read More »An Interview with GPD’s ‘Basketball Cop’ About Shaq’s Visit to Gainesville
We spoke with GPD officer Bobby White Monday morning about reaction to the initial video, as well as Shaquille O'Neal's weekend appearance.
Read More »