The Columbia County Tourist Development Council is proposing million-dollar improvements to the Southside Sports Complex in Lake City. As Florida’s 89.1 WUFT-FM’s Corey Bachman reports…the improvement may bring changes to the local business economy. [audio:http://www.wuft.org/media/audio/FPSouthsideSportsComplex.mp3]
Read More »Citrus County food pantry moves to new location
The food pantry ministry is now open at the Good Shepard Lutheran Church in Hernando. As Florida’s 89.1 WUFT-FM’s Corey Bachman reports…the pantry is open and there to serve. [audio:http://www.wuft.org/media/audio/FPSOSFoodPantry.mp3]
Read More »UF study shows gain in consumer confidence
Although consumer confidence is on the upward swing, Florida’s 89.1 WUFT-FM’s Corey Bachman reports the aftermath of the debt deiling debate could derail any improvement. [audio:http://www.wuft.org/media/audio/FPConsumerConfidence.mp3]
Read More »Poynter Institute: Murdoch hurts journalism profession
Revelations about how the British tabloid News of the World journalists had illegally accessed voice mails and bribed law enforcement officers continue to unfold. New information about phone hacking victims has intensified the public’s response. This morning (Tuesday) a British Parliament committee questioned media mogul Rupert Murdoch and others involved …
Read More »Free summer viewing thanks to the "Save the Marion Theatre" group
The Save the Marion Theater group will offer free tickets to a morning matinee for kids to view Captain America at the Marion Theater this Saturday. Florida’s 89.1, WUFT-FM’s Corey Bachman spoke with Save the Marion Theater Executive Director, Buddy Martin, about why the committee is putting on this free …
Read More »Cutting the cost of summer vacations
Parents who look to save on vacation expenses for the whole family just may be able to do so. Families should consider the reality and the economy in what can be planned for families to enjoy over the summer months. As Florida’s 89.1, WUFT-FM’s Corey Bachman reports, vacationers should try …
Read More »The Florida Black Bear Scenic Byway has changes in store
The Florida Black Bear Scenic Byway is in store for some big developments. Florida Black Bear Corridor Management Entity has been holding public meetings to tell people living along the byway about their goals and objectives. As Florida’s 89.1, WUFT-FM’s Corey Bachman reports, CME’s main goal is to minimize the …
Read More »Biomass combustion plant may send tax payer’s money up in smoke
The building of a Gainesville biomass combustion power plant have some saying the plants are not safe while others claim the plants are both safe and affordable. As Florida’s 89.1 WUFT-FM’s Corey Bachman reports, some believe these plants may emit harmful chemicals and pollutants which are linked to a variety …
Read More »UF will have two experiments rocketing into space on Atantis’ final space mission
The two out-of-earth experiments will test the effects of low gravity and an alternative to fuel. As Florida’s 89.1 WUFT-FM’s Corey Bachman reports, the experiments could affect more than life on Earth. [audio:http://www.wuft.org/media/audio/FPShuttleResearchWRAP.mp3]
Read More »“Studs to Roof” Project helps injured veteran
Volunteers from Rebuilding Together North Central Florida, Sears and the local community will come together to contemplate the extensive rehabilitation of the home of veteran Bruce Garniss, his wife and three children. Corey Bachman spoke with Rebuilding Together Executive Director Melisa Miller about the ribbon-cutting ceremony which will take place …
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