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The statewide average food insecurity rate is 12%. Most north central Florida counties surpass that threshold.
Read More »How north central Florida food banks are faring
Gainesville’s New Transit App Adjusts for Route Detours
The City of Gainesville ended its 10-year partnership with TransLoc. The new transit app, GNVRideRTS, provides real-time updates on route detours, traffic reports, and bus stop updates. If riders want to give feedback on the new app, visit go-rts.com.
Read More »Worldwide shipping shortages are hurting Gainesville markets
Worldwide shipment and supply shortages from the COVID-19 pandemic have created multiple issues for groceries stores, restaurants and other businesses across the country. In Gainesville, a family-owned grocery store, Chun Ching Market, is getting hit especially hard from the crisis. Thu Win, a co-owner of Chun Ching Market, says her …
Read More »There’s a backlog at U.S. ports. Here’s how Biden hopes to get you your goods, faster
President Biden addressed ongoing supply chain problems, as major retailers warn of shortages and price hikes during the upcoming holiday season.
Read More »Spotty service means slow Netflix for people in Dunnellon and Rolling Hills, but the issue runs much deeper
For residents in certain neighborhoods of Marion County, two tin cans and a string may do them more good than major communication service providers. In 2021, that is a lot more dangerous than it seems. “I live by myself and I’m in constant fear that if something ever happens to …
Read More »A proposed apartment building in Gainesville would combine affordable housing and student living
A new proposal for a 10-story apartment building could bring affordable housing to Gainesville. However, the plan is sparking mixed emotions. Some residents say the complex is not enough to benefit the low-income community.
Read More »Tobacco and nicotine purchasing age changes in Florida
Florida Senate Bill 1080 raised the age of purchasing and possessing tobacco and nicotine products from 18 to 21. The bill took effect Oct. 1.
Read More »High Springs bed-and-breakfast preserves its history under new ownership
After closing in 2020 due to Covid-19, the historic High Springs Grady House bed-and-breakfast is open once again.
Read More »UF students’ return this fall means Gainesville scooter sales are on the rebound
Since the onset of the pandemic in 2020, Collin Austin, the 39-year-old founder of New Scooters 4 Less, saw his business's scooter sales drop.
Read More »The Lede ✓|| Season IV Episode I: Falling for Unique Fashion
In this episode of The Lede Verified, we chat about fall fashion trends, DIY necklaces and the Florida Vintage Market.
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