The program goes beyond standard police intervention, focusing on early intervention and connecting individuals to mental health services to prevent arrests and keep those in need out of the criminal justice system.
Read More »Blocks-N-Bricks Event Promotes Creativity For All Ages in Tampa Area
Blocks-N-Bricks, an event created by married couple Dawn and James Burrows, was held over the weekend in New Port Richey, attracting over a thousand people from the local Tampa area and beyond. The event featured Lego displays, vendors and building zones meant for all ages.
Read More »Gainesville Church Hosts 4th Annual Night to Shine Event For Disabled Teens
Grace at Fort Clarke United Methodist Church hosted its 4th annual Night to Shine event in Gainesville last Friday, a prom night experience sponsored by the Tim Tebow foundation for people with special needs over the age of 14.
Read More »Texting While Driving Bill Sparks Debate on Racial Profiling, But Moves Forward in Florida Senate
The bill passed through a subcommittee on an 8-2 vote on Tuesday.
Read More »Newberry Business Wins National Small Business Award
Endoscopy Replacement Parts, Inc. of Newberry has been named "Small Business Exporter of the Year" by the United States Small Business Administration as a part of National Small Business Week.
Read More »Missing Florida Priest’s Car Found, Driver Arrested
A man was arrested in South Carolina Wednesday night while driving a car belonging to Rev. Rene Robert, a Catholic priest last seen in St. Augustine that has been missing since Sunday. Authorities say they "are starting to put the pieces of the puzzle together" but still don't know Robert's whereabouts
Read More »Police: A 13-Year-Old Drove Through A Baseball Field
His mother is pressing charges, but she could still be forced to pay for the damage.
Read More »At Event Celebrating MLK’s Life, Gainesville Civil Servant Recognized
A retired first sergeant of the United States Air Force is recognized as an embodiment of Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy for her dedication to improving the lives of others.
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