Today is National First Responders Day, and Sonny’s BBQ is commemorating first responders in Wildwood with free lunch. “It’s an opportunity for us to really highlight individuals or organizations that are cut above,” said Kennon Adkinson, the Chief Kindness Officer for Sonny’s BBQ. Congress designated Oct. 28 as National First …
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Blossoming Butterfly and Fo Sho Jewelry are hosting the first breast cancer awareness ride at Harley Davidson of Gainesville Saturday. Anyone is able to participate in raising awareness for the cause. Registration opens at 9:30 a.m. Saturday.
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Having to do work online, apart from people, took its toll on Jyoti Parmar, which led her and Cassandra Tucci, a Gainesville activist, to create the Joy Walk Club.
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In this episode of The Lede, we take a look at students who are gaining an understanding of local civic duties, we speak with an expert about COVID-19 virus cases declining and we bring you the first installment of The Slap Shot.
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Altogether, the event helped raise over $101,000 towards breast cancer research.
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Rebuilding Together North Central Florida helps repair homes in the Gainesville area for those in need. The organization plans to repair eight homes in October. It plans to repair 25 homes by the end of the year. A local homeowner said she was relieved she didn’t have to move out …
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Assisted living residents in Gainesville knocked travel off their bucket lists and relived old memories. Oak Hammock at the University of Florida offers a virtual reality experience on a weekly basis for its residents. The goggles help those who are experiencing loneliness or memory issues.
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In this episode of The Lede, we highlight a story about breast cancer awareness. We also showcase Walt Disney World’s anniversary.
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Cat cafés are growing in popularity across Florida, with more than 10 locations and a bump in adoption rates statewide.
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Audra Peoples watched as her grandfather slowly lost his ability to take care of himself due to dementia. Now, years after his passing, she is managing a walk to help cure and support others suffering from this disease. The Alzheimer’s Association is hosting the “Walk to End Alzheimer’s” at 9 …
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