Newberry still wants to work with Alachua County to place a rural collection center in the city, City Manager Mike New said.
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GRACE Marketplace has taken steps to address the recent COVID-19 outbreak within the shelter.
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As construction crews prepare for a new phase of the road resurfacing project on U.S. 441, those traveling through Paynes Prairie should expect a traffic shift early next week.
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State law requires that all children receive immunizations that protect against diphtheria, tetanus, polio, measles, mumps, rubella, and other diseases to attend childcare centers or schools.
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The panel's first hearing on Tuesday was emotional, as four law enforcement officers who defended the Capitol that day gave firsthand accounts of being overrun, assaulted and harangued by rioters as "traitors."
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Newberry still wants to work with Alachua County to place a rural collection center in the city, City Manager Mike New said.
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Many individuals from South Florida are caravanning to the nation’s Capitol over the weekend to call on the Biden administration to provide resources to help Cubans in this crisis.
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The legislation, which Gov. Ron DeSantis signed into law June 29, allows Florida to waive out-of-state fees for as many as 350 students each academic year – saving tens of thousands of dollars for each family over four years.
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Alachua County Animal Services Director Ed Williams says the department gets a lot of calls to pick up stray dogs after Independence Day and New Year’s celebrations.
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Duke Energy plans to develop the solar projects on mining sites in Citrus and Hardee Counties.
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In this episode of The Lede Verified, we discuss Chris Harrison’s exit from The Bachelor, a new ax-throwing location in Winter Park and interior design ideas that will give your home the perfect look for the new season.
Read More »Alachua County launched a rental relief program on Monday and is now accepting applications until Sept. 30.
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In this episode of The Lede, we are diving into the major events within the education sector. We also explore stand-out events in U.S. news.
Read More »The list of qualified candidates for the City of Newberry's municipal election was finalized this week.
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In this episode of The Lede Verified, we chat about anticipated Grammy performances, Kim Kardashian’s legal journey and a new attraction opening in Florida. The Lede Verified focuses on the news and lifestyle of verified individuals, while maintaining journalistic integrity. It evolved from Lede-ing the Day. The Lede is a …
Read More »Alachua County Public Schools held a community forum on Tuesday to discuss its district zoning policy.
Read More »Early voting for two City of Gainesville Commission races, which have a historically low voter turnout, started Friday, March 5.
Read More »Alachua County and Micanopy City officials are receiving opposing messages regarding a new Dollar General in Micanopy.
Read More »Lawyers from the Grossman Roth Yaffa Cohen Law Firm, representing the families of Margaret Paxton and Sofia Lambert in their wrongful death suits, held a press conference Wednesday addressing pedestrian safety.
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In this episode of The Lede, we take a look at improvements being made to address safety concerns on University Avenue, plans for the State University System of Florida during the COVID-19 pandemic and students speaking out against the construction of the McCarthy Woods.
Read More »Gas prices in Florida have hit a record high for 2021. The rise in price is thought to be a result of COVID-19 vaccination and the snowstorm in Texas.
Read More »The University of Florida conducted a study that found new discoveries about bike racks on public transportation vehicles.
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In this episode of The Lede, we are focusing on how the winter storm in Texas is affecting Gainesville, how gardening is uniting residents in neighborhoods, and more. The Lede – journalism on your timeline.
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In this edition of The Lede, we celebrate Black History Month by highlighting businesses and individuals in Gainesville. We take a look at the importance of Black aestheticians in the department of skincare, Black-owned restaurants and Black musicians in the area on their way to stardom.
Read More »Marion County Public Schools will participate in a national study run by University of Florida's Lastinger Center for Learning, which will focus on student learning during the pandemic.
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In this episode of The Lede, we take a look at the extraordinary role of successful Black individuals at the University of Florida, the significant impact African Americans have made inside and outside of the United States and President Biden’s plans to incorporate more Black Americans within the U.S. government.
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In this episode, we focus on how people are working to make a positive impact in the community. We learn about a new program that brings COVID vaccines to home-bound seniors, a ceremony held to honor lynching victims and a student-run Black history march and more.
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In the first episode of Lede-ing the Day, we share beauty hacks just in time for allergy season, two sisters are breaking into the music scene in Gainesville and why Justice League fans are on the edge of their seats.
Read More »The UF Center For Smell And Taste just received funding for a study to determine whether or not a smell-test would be accurate to screen for COVID-19.
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In this episode of The Lede, we will discuss traffic safety changes for University of Florida students, the development of the COVID-19 vaccine and modifications in the political agenda of President Biden. Change seems to be all around us.
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In this episode of The Lede, we’re looking at how COVID-19 continues to make an impact. We also look at the positive and negative effects of mask-wearing on the community and the environment. The Lede dives into how this has forever changed the world of entertainment.
Read More »After their contract ran up with Gainesville Regional Utilities, county and city officials are developing a plan for their emergency broadcast radio system.
Read More »A new sculpture budget for Alachua County was announced this month as the Alachua County Arts Commission accepts design submissions for a new sculpture to replace a Confederate statue.
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The Valentine’s Day Special of The Lede features stories about people celebrating the day with love and friendship. The Lede, it’s journalism on your timeline.
Read More »Future plans are in place to renovate summer camp destination, Cuscowilla, to include accessible recreation amenities for Gainesville and Micanopy residents.
Read More »The $10 daily pass fee, along with annual passes, will be used for expansion efforts, parking improvements and upkeep of boat ramps.
Read More »In a recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention study, the University of Florida ranked highest for mask usage among five other university campuses.
Read More »In local counties like Citrus County, only one theater remains open as moviegoers explore outside options.
Read More »Six University of Florida students share their thoughts and experiences on returning to campus during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read More »The Alachua County Commission will continue to work with Alachua County Animal Services to explore the proposed solutions.
Read More »Lafayette County now has the highest number of cases in the state, with 18,024 known cases per 100,000 people, according to usafacts.org.
Read More »The Public Education Foundation of Marion County received a $2,000 grant from AT&T which will support the creation of a science center at Silver River Museum.
Read More »WUFT · FWC To Hold Expert Panel Discussion On Shark, Fisher Interactions According to the Marine Fisheries Management, there have been increasing reports of shark predation on fishermen’s catch, where sharks will partially or completely consume an animal caught by fishing gear before it can be brought on board. The …
Read More »With the COVID Relief Fund, people can receive financial aid for utilities, rent and mortgage payments via their cities and counties. The application deadline was extended to Friday in Gainesville and Alachua County.
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