After being diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome and light sensitivity, everyday tasks became increasingly difficult for Navy veteran Mary Sue Mistler. That was until she started The North Florida South Georgia Veterans Health System’s Aquatic Therapy Program.
Read More »Rising gas prices pinch Florida motorists
From home stores to grocery stores to gas stations, higher prices have become an everyday encounter. The American Automobile Association suggests several tips for better gas mileage including driving at a consecutive speed. We spoke with motorists who are feeling the pinch.
Read More »Fresh Access Bucks program extends the unlimited match when you shop at local farms
Since the COVID-19 virus pandemic, the number of food-insecure individuals in the U.S. has risen to over 50 million. Fifty thousand people reside in seven different areas of Alachua County that are identified as food deserts. The USDA reports there are many ways to define a food desert, but there …
Read More »Gainesville Fire Rescue Pushes Ladder 9 into Service
Gainesville Fire rescue held a push-in ceremony Tuesday. Ladder 9 is the newest quint fire truck with a 100-foot aerial ladder. It is capable of holding 500 gallons of water.
Read More »Local Firefighters Want Gainesville’s Mayor to Resign
Gainesville Professional Firefighters voted no-confidence in Mayor Lauren Poe during a meeting on September 17. On Monday, Nick Gonzalez, President of the Firefighter Union Local 2157 released a statement requesting Mayor Poe’s resignation. This comes after the City of Gainesville’s new vaccine mandate for all government employees. In an email …
Read More »UF Health, Florida Department Of Health In Alachua County Address Vaccine Concerns
Residents were able to address their concerns and ask questions related to getting vaccinated such as: how vaccines work, who should get vaccinated, benefits and potential side effects and how long the vaccine protects people from coronavirus.
Read More »Alachua County High Schools Now Offering COVID-19 Vaccines To Students 16 And Older
The Florida Department of Health in Alachua County on Thursday held its first vaccine clinics at Buchholz High School and Gainesville High School. In order for students to receive their first dose of the Pfizer vaccine, they are required to get their parents’ permission. Buchholz Principal Kevin Purvis said he …
Read More »Columbia County Plans For August 2021 Ban On Internet Cafes
The ordinance goes into effect Aug. 13.
Read More »Alachua County Public Schools To Be Rezoned
West Gainesville schools such as Buchholz High School and Gainesville High School are above capacity. Whereas schools in east Gainesville are under capacity.
Read More »Here’s How Veterans In North Florida And South Georgia Are Getting A COVID-19 Vaccine Through The VA
Veterans may schedule an appointment by calling 352-548-6000 ext. 103755.
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