Jessica Gonzalez, Author at WUFT News

Northside Park Tree Uprooted For Display At Thomas Center

December 9, 2016 Environment

A 20-foot tree, a well-known obstacle for disc golfers at Northside Park, was removed for display as part of The Thomas Center's annual tree-lighting ceremony.

To Combat Junk Food, Eastside High To Join Afterschool Meal Program

December 6, 2016 Education

On Jan. 3, Eastside High School will become the 27th school in Alachua County to partake in the U.S. Department of Agriculture's after-school meals program, which reimburses schools for nutritious meals and snacks.

Opening Monday, Ocala Museum Includes Firefighter History, 9/11 Relic

November 23, 2016 Law and public safety

The fire museum, located within the Ocala Fire Rescue administration building on Northeast 21st Street, will have its opening night Monday from 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Superhero 5K Raises Money To Find Homes For Foster Children

November 7, 2016 Florida Good

About 250 people attended Saturday's event, held by Partnership for Strong Families, a child welfare service for 13 counties in northeastern Florida.

Florida Votes 2016: Hernando County Supervisor Of Elections

October 21, 2016 Government and politics

This story is part of our guide, Florida Votes 2016, leading up to the Nov. 8 election. Check your voter registration status here.

FAFSA Will Now Open Earlier Than Ever

September 30, 2016 Education

Students will now be able to submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as early as Oct. 1, three months earlier than before. The earlier submission date is a permanent change, according to a press release from the University of Florida Office for Student Financial Affairs. In the past, students had …