Richard Whitely, Author at WUFT News

Former Gators Linebacker Arrested On Charge Of Attempted Sexual Battery

April 7, 2017 Law and public safety

A former Gators linebacker was arrested yesterday for attempted sexual battery and false imprisonment.

Ocala Police Chief’s Investigation Recommends Full Reinstatement

January 13, 2017 Government and politics

An independent legal counsel has determined that there is not enough evidence to conclude Ocala Police Chief Greg Graham sexually harassed two female officers and racially discriminated against a black male officer.

Gainesville Remembers Grooveshark Co-Founder With ‘Josh Greenberg Day’

April 20, 2016 Florida Good

The late entrepreneur was honored on Monday with a small celebration, the first annual Josh Greenberg Day, at the Gainesville Area Chamber of Commerce bon University Avenue.

Where Will Alachua County Place Its Historic Lion Statues?

April 15, 2016 Government and politics

The lions were salvaged before demolition of the historic Alachua County Courthouse in the 1950s.

Trails In Williston Highlands Overrun With Trash

March 23, 2016 Environment

Walking trails in eastern Levy county have been inundated with trash. Some suspect the reason may be due to avoiding the trash dump in Bronson.

Amid Safety Concerns, New Laws Fall On Gainesville Drone Pilots

March 18, 2016 Government and politics

Fearing unregulated drone flights, the FAA recently released new laws, and while they keep the air clear, the laws restrict where local hobbyists can take flight.

UF Geology Program Serves Alachua County Elementary Students

February 17, 2016 Education

The University of Florida Department of Geological Sciences has organized a program to encourage students to pursue science degrees. The program, UF GeoGators, provides interactive lesson plans and resources to local schools in the hopes of exciting young students about the sciences.