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In 2017, Dixie County was the worst county in the state in opioid-related deaths.
Read More »How Dixie County Is Working To Improve Its Addiction Recovery Services
Science Lab For Marion County Public School Students Anticipated To Open Spring 2021
The Public Education Foundation of Marion County received a $2,000 grant from AT&T which will support the creation of a science center at Silver River Museum.
Read More »Social Justice Mural Painting Begins In Gainesville
The artists began painting Dec. 5.
Read More »Gainesville School Participates In International Concert Exchange For World Disability Day
The international and local students presented musical and dance pieces in a live zoom concert.
Read More »Gainesville City Commission Approves New GRU Customer Information System
The new system will cost a total of about $20.6 million over 10 years.
Read More »Tropical Storm Eta A Reminder Of The Potential For Late-Season Hurricanes In Florida
The storm's effects are still being monitored in Citrus, Hernando and Levy counties.
Read More »Pandemic Or No, Voters Hit The Polls With Short Wait Times In Most Of North Central Florida
Despite COVID-19 concerns, many voters decided to vote in-person. Daytime polling locations experienced little to no wait times into the polls.
Read More »Library Districts Forced To Adapt During COVID-19
Although the pandemic has placed challenges on the operations of local libraries, library districts have adapted to continue providing services in a safe way.
Read More »Local Nonprofits Provide Relief During COVID-19
Three nonprofits discuss how their operations have changed.
Read More »Gainesville Small Businesses Look To COVID-19 Relief Programs
The CARES Act and Payroll Protection Program serve as a temporary solution for small businesses seeking help.
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