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A discussion on atomic energy and the proposed nuclear power plant in Levy County gets underway at the Civic Media Center tonight. The discussion comes three days before two public meetings in Levy county for citizens to voice their concerns about the two planned nuclear plants in Levy County before the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. …
Read More »Legislative session gets underway tomorrow
Florida’s 2012 Legislative Session get underway this week. Florida Pulbic Radio’s Tom Flanigan reports that this year’s gathering of lawmakers will be unique in several ways. [audio:http://www.wuft.org/media/audio/sessionpreview0106d.mp3] WUFT-FM will carry Florida Governor Rick Scott’s “State of the State” address tomorrow with live coverage beginning at 11:00 a.m.
Read More »Unemployment falls to lowest level in three years
New numbers released today show the U.S. economy added about 200,000 jobs in December, bringing the unemployment rate down to 8.5%, the lowest rate in nearly 3 years. This continues a 6-month trend in which the economy has added 100,000 or more jobs each month. Workforce Connection CEO Rusty Skinner …
Read More »How will the campaign field change post-Iowa?
The Iowa caucus results may mean the end for a few candidate campaigns, but WUFT-FM’s Chip Skambis says they don’t necessarily determine the presidential nominee either. [audio:http://www.wuft.org/news/files/2012/01/CAUCUSWRAP.mp3] depth: Political party primaries kicked off yesterday with the Iowa Caucuses. Florida’s 89.1, WUFT-FM’s Chip Skambis spoke with University of South Florida Political …
Read More »Iowa caucus will set footing for presidential race
The Republican Presidential race will get its first big test tonight. University of Florida History Professor Paul Ortiz says the Iowa caucus is the first chance for voters to sound off on the party candidates. [audio:http://www.wuft.org/news/files/2012/01/Ortiz5.mp3] He says the caucus this year is more unique than ever. [audio:http://www.wuft.org/news/files/2012/01/Ortiz2.mp3] He says …
Read More »Increased demand expected at overnight shelter
With the nights getting colder, the St. Francis House homeless shelter and soup kitchen is opening its doors to those needing overnight assistance. Executive Director Kent Vann says once the temperature drops below 45 degrees, St. Francis House becomes an emergency overnight shelter that does not turn anyone away. [audio:http://www.wuft.org/news/files/2012/01/VANN4.mp3] …
Read More »Hoping the new year will continue boosting employment
With national figures on unemployment showing significant drops, local job placement agencies are hoping to bring in the New Year with a renewed hope. Workforce Connection CEO Rusty Skinner says small businesses are leading the way in brining jobs to Marion, Levy and Citrus counties. He says this year is …
Read More »Learning the tools of the trade of horse ranching
The idea of being a rancher or taking care of horses may seem like a simple, peaceful kind of life. But as Florida’s 89.1, WUFT-FM’s Chip Skambis reports, some college students are finding out that’s not always the case: [audio:http://www.wuft.org/media/audio/RanchStoryRedo.mp3]
Read More »Keeping needy families fed through the holidays
Although most public school children are enjoying their holiday break, the North Central Florida United Way is still working to bring help to those children most in need. President Debbie Mason says they host a number of drives and programs to bring food, clothing and other essential supplies to those …
Read More »Synthetic drug growing in popularity
It goes by a range of names and can be found on many store shelves. WUFT-FM’s Corey Bachenheimer says synthetic marijuana may be legal, but still brings dangers and uncertainties. [audio:http://www.wuft.org/news/files/2011/12/INTROSYNTHETICMARIJUANA.mp3]
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