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Anton Svirskyi, a biomedical engineer and student-athlete on the University of Florida's swimming and diving team, launched the Ukrainian Humanitarian Drive.
Read More »Humanitarian drive donations are on their way from Alachua County to Ukraine
Volunteers help release near Paynes Prairie two bald eagles who fell and were then rehabilitated
Two bald eagles were released into the wild on Thursday in the vicinity of Paynes Prairie in Micanopy.
Read More »Bill adding Palatka to seaport council awaits Florida governor’s decision
Adding a seaport in Palatka has been in talks for several years, but after the Florida Legislature this year approved Putnam County to be added to the Florida Seaport Transportation and Economic Development Council, it’s waiting for Gov. Ron DeSantis’ signature.
Read More »Vigil on UF’s campus remembers those lost in Russia-Ukraine conflict
On Thursday, a vigil was held at the University of Florida to commemorate the lives lost in the Russian/Ukraine War. The UF Ukraine community organization organized the U.S. Collegiate Student Solidarity Vigil for Ukraine at Lake Alice. As part of a networking event held on the same day, the vigil …
Read More »New tax exemptions offered to Florida residents who are widowed or have disability
The tax exemptions for qualifying residents are expected to be between $500 to $5,000. The changes are expected to take effect next year.
Read More »Alachua County School Board selects Shane Andrew as interim superintendent
WUFT · Alachua County School Board selects Shane Andrew as interim superintendent The Alachua County School Board voted 3-2 in favor of Shane Andrew as the new interim Alachua County Superintendent in Tuesday’s meeting. Chairman Robert Hyatt and board member Tina Certain nominated and voted for Andrew, who previously served …
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