As the nation celebrates Global Accessibility Awareness Day, Alachua County Fire Rescue celebrated its commitment to accessibility for special needs and pediatric patients. The rescue trucks now include tool kits to facilitate more effective communication and provide a healthy distraction for patients who receive treatment. The kits come with communication …
Read More »Newberry and Alachua County partner for a new firefighter training facility
The proposed facility would be near Newberry’s wastewater treatment plant, with construction beginning ideally by the end of the year, City Manager Mike New said.
Read More »Florida soccer coach leaving after complaints by players over comments about eating habits, bodies
The University of Florida fired its new soccer coach Wednesday after only one season amid unprecedented numbers of players leaving the program after his hiring and complaints by athletes who said he pressured them about eating habits and their bodies. Florida’s athletic director, Scott Stricklin, notified players of the decision …
Read More »UF Students Create ‘Music Meets Medicine,’ A Group That Integrates Art Into Patient Care
Co-presidents Danielle DuPuis and Nicole Bravo launched a student organization in the fall called "Music Meets Medicine." The organization hopes to improve patient care through the use of art and music.
Read More »UF Removes McCarty Woods From Development Plans, But Activists Push On
McCarty Woods is saved from UF's development plans, but this isn't enough for local activists.
Read More »Alachua County Working To Expand Vaccine Access To Underserved Communities
As the vaccines begin to roll out, officials and community advocates were looking to expand access to under-served communities.
Read More »City Of Gainesville Introduces New Solution To Increase Accessibility To Food
During yesterday's General Policy Committee meeting, the committee considered a new solution to increase accessibility to food in Alachua County.
Read More »Avoiding A Florida On Fire: The Importance Of Prescribed Burns
Ash-filled air and smoke-filled skies are more common in Florida than one might think. Prescribed fire is used year-round to preserve some of our state’s unique ecosystems.
Read More »After A Pandemic Delay, Gainesville City Commission Nears Approval Of Electric Scooter Sharing Program
Gainesville commissioners unanimously voted to approve it on a re-advertised first reading. A second reading is set for Dec. 3.
Read More »Political Newcomer Takes Aim At Unseating Incumbent In Florida’s House District 23
On Nov. 3, Democrat Cynthia Dela Rosa will run against Republican Rep. Stan McClain, who is seeking reelection for his third term in the State House.
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