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The school is on the brink of closure, and the scores students receive on the FSA matter now more than ever.
Read More »With State-Mandated School Closure Threat Looming, Hawthorne Students Begin FSA Testing
Melrose City Park New Restroom Causes Confusion After Installation Of Access Walkways, Residents Frustrated
Visitors to Melrose Heritage Park can enjoy a day in the enclosure of the gazebo or among the shade of several massive oak trees, while children run around the central fountain and through the playground. They can also shop at a”Multi-Market” farmer’s market, which occurs periodically with vendors selling crafts, art, …
Read More »Anti-Panhandling Ordinance Implemented In St. Augustine
A new anti-panhandling ordinance went into effect on April 6 in the city of Saint Augustine that prohibits people from panhandling within 20 feet of the entry or exit of commercial property.
Read More »Haile Farmers Market To Celebrate 20 Years As A Saturday Gathering For Community
Chef Anthony Scaife considers himself a member of many families. In his nine years at the Haile Farmers Market, he has watched babies grow into children and children develop into young adults, all from under the nylon tent where he sells his crowd-pleasing fresh-pressed juices. “Here’s the one thing about …
Read More »Four Roasters, Four Stories: The Unique Aspects Of Some Gainesville Roasters
We spoke with four roasters in Gainesville to have them explain their different processes of roasting the perfect blend of coffee.
Read More »Here’s Who Won the 2018 Alachua, Archer, and Newberry City Elections
Despite Tuesday’s consistent rain, voters in Alachua, Archer and Newberry were undeterred by the stormy weather as they showed up to the polls for the city commission elections.
Read More »How Will The Macy’s – Dillard’s Changeover At The Oaks Mall Affect Employees?
The closures will result in a total of nearly 5,000 job cuts nationally, according to Macy's press releases. The seven Macy's locations that were closed in Florida have impacted over 500 employees.
Read More »Waldo Might Get A New Charter School
The city of Waldo proposed to open a charter school in what used to be the Waldo Community School building.
Read More »Florida Voices | World War II Veterans: Warren Rubin
This is Florida Voices, a series of stories from ordinary Floridians with extraordinary stories to share.
Read More »Florida Voices | World War II Veterans: Frederic Rubin
This is Florida Voices, a series of stories from ordinary Floridians with extraordinary stories to share.
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