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Ash-filled air and smoke-filled skies are more common in Florida than one might think. Prescribed fire is used year-round to preserve some of our state’s unique ecosystems.
Read More »Avoiding A Florida On Fire: The Importance Of Prescribed Burns
Gainesville’s Creeks Continue To Suffer From Unsustainable Shark Tooth Hunting
When you visit Gainesville’s creeks, it’s easy to hear the chorus of rushing water running past. It’s a relief to breathe in fresh air, feel the crunch of sand under your shoes, and enjoy a moment of serenity away from the city without ever leaving it. But it’s also easy …
Read More »Homeless People Raise Concerns About Gainesville’s South Main Street Strategy
The city commission plans to reconvene for updates on the situation on Nov. 19.
Read More »Pandemic Pickup: Soccer Scrimmages Continue Despite COVID-19
As Gainesville soccer leagues and clubs cancel or adapt their seasons, daily maskless soccer scrimmages persist across the city.
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