After bringing intensely destructive winds and deadly flooding to the Bahamas, Dorian is "ambling" to the north-northwest, according to the National Hurricane Center.
Read More »Neighboring Cities, Other Entities Weigh Partnering With Gainesville To Improve Internet
Gainesville’s bid to seek municipal partners for building a broadband network is getting mixed initial reviews.
Read More »Why Is The Parking Garage Staircase At Gainesville’s VA Hospital Higher Than The Parking Levels?
This story is part of Untold Florida, a WUFT News series built from your questions.
Read More »Gainesville City Commission Votes to Seek Help and More Information on Broadband Options
The commission dispatched Mayor Lauren Poe to send letters to local municipalities, the Alachua County Commission, the University of Florida and Sante Fe College, and the Alachua County School District to see if they wish to partner with the city in the effort.
Read More »Archer Cemetery Seeks Grant For Restoration And Preservation
The restoration organization for a cemetery with graves belonging to former slaves seeks out a $25,000 grant for its restoration and preservation. The University of Florida and the Archer City Commission partnered with the organization.
Read More »Consultant’s Report: Cheaper, Faster Internet Possible in Gainesville, But Not Without Significant Challenges
The city also wants the lowest-priced gigabit internet service for residents and businesses in the country – and universal free service to all residents served.
Read More »Gainesville To Add Decals to Denote Roads Named After Fallen Service Members and Police Officers
The decal is a red, white and blue star and it will be placed next to the street names on their size.
Read More »In Florida, There’s A Growing Need To ‘Respect Your Elders,’ And That Includes Gopher Tortoises
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has been promoting the awareness of Gopher Tortoise Day and the protection of these reptiles since 2016 because gopher tortoises are a keystone species.
Read More »Push For More Diaper Changing Tables In Restaurant Restrooms Gains Support Online And With Two Florida Lawmakers
Florida state Sen. Lauren Book in February filed a bill that will require the Florida Building Commission to incorporate baby-changing tables into the Florida Building Code requirements.
Read More »College President Sasser Reflects On 17 Years At Santa Fe
After 17 years as president of Santa Fe College, Jackson Sasser reflects on his long, eventful career. For him, retirement is just around the corner.
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