Alan and Janet Alligood used Kickstarter in High Springs during April and May, raising more than $87,000 to fund renovations and a new projector at the Priest Theatre. The Hippodrome also began fundraising Monday, as both theaters need to transition from film to digital projector units.
Read More »Synthetic drugs still on some shelves despite state ban
Despite continued efforts to ban synthetic drugs, some still remain in convenience stores throughout the state.
Read More »Florida House bill aims to distance funeral protesters
State Rep. Patrick Rooney Jr. is a sponsor of the bill, and said it's something he thinks the public wants and will support.
Read More »The Hippodrome is getting into the holiday spirit
"A Christmas Carol" and "A Tuna Christmas" showing at Hippodrome Theatre from Nov. 23 to Dec. 23.
Read More »Average Florida gas price drops eight cents
Wallets may feel heavier this week as gas prices continue to fall. Florida's average gas price is $3.63 per gallon, an eight-cent decrease from last week, said AAA Spokeswoman Jessica Brady.
Read More »Marion County School District develops app for students, parents
Marion County School District launched a free app to improve its communication with parents and students. The app was developed by an Oklahoma-based company that specializes in developing apps for public school districts at no charge.
Read More »Gas prices begin to stabilize in Florida
AAA warns of potential storms in Gulf of Mexico and overseas events that could affect gas trend.
Read More »Adena Springs Ranch proposed changes don’t satisfy opponents
A controversial water permit request to pump more than 13 million gallons of water a day for a grass-fed cattle operation near Silver Springs has gone through a drastic change. As Florida’ 89.1, WUFT-FM’s Lindsey Zionts reports, despite asking for less water, not everyone is on board with the overall …
Read More »First Debby, now Isaac could soak the state
With the news of Tropical Storm Isaac many in North Central Florida are questioning how residents would handle the storm, especially after many have yet to recover from Tropical Storm Debby. Florida’s 89.1, WUFT-FM’s Lindsey Zionts spoke to Red Cross official Casie Schmeltz, and found out what will happen to these …
Read More »Residents critical of GPD
The Gainesville Police Department was the subject of scrutiny last night when dozens of concerned community members rallied to increase police efforts in finding a local man. Florida’s 89.1 WUFT-FM’s Lindsey Zionts reports on the family’s hopes, and what police have done so far. [audio:https://www.wuft.org/news/files/2012/08/GPDmeetingWrap.mp3|titles=GPDmeetingWrap]
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