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Waldo Road Lighting Restoration Promises A Brighter Future For Community

September 30, 2020 Business and development, Law and public safety

Florida Department of Transportation began construction of new light poles and sidewalk restoration on Northeast Waldo Road.

Gainesville Band Sister Hazel Wants To Hold A Drive-In Concert In Newberry

September 22, 2020 Arts and Entertainment, Business and development

Newberry’s planning and zoning board will decide Wednesday whether to approve Sister Hazel’s bid for a drive-in concert on the site of an abandoned mine in the city on Oct. 23.

Micanopy Residents Await FDOT Traffic Study For Accident-Prone Intersection

June 24, 2019 Law and public safety

A deadly intersection outside the town of Micanopy has had a makeover of safety features over the last year, but some Micanopy residents do not feel safe driving in their own town.

Anglers Line 441 As Fish Flood Canals

May 14, 2019 Environment

Since Hurricane Irma in 2017, water levels have risen in Paynes Prairie, fishing along 441 has become popular regardless of the 'No Fishing' signs.

Public Safety Department Heads Present Data, Solutions For I-75 Safety

April 10, 2019 Getting around, Law and public safety

Alachua County Commissioners on Tuesday heard at least one conclusion they already knew: Interstate 75's passage through the county is a double-edged sword.

I-75 In Alachua County Is Headed Toward ‘F’ Status By 2030. What Are The Solutions To Fix It?

January 21, 2019 Getting around

More traffic patrols. Automated speed enforcement. Railroad investment.

Pentecostals of Gainesville Hold Vigil In Honor Of Five Killed In I-75 Crash

January 4, 2019 Law and public safety

They said this is likely the deadliest accident in the county since 2012, when 10 people were killed on I-75 near Paynes Prairie.

The Point, Jan. 4, 2019: Seven Dead In I-75 Crash Near Gainesville

January 4, 2019 The Point

The top stories near you • Just as yesterday’s afternoon rush hour began, two tractor-trailers, a sedan, and passenger van were involved in a crash on I-75 southbound between Gainesville and Alachua. Florida Highway Patrol reports seven deaths, making it one of the deadliest crashes in the region since the January 2012 …

With Motorcycle, Scooter Accidents Largely On The Rise, Safety Is On Law Enforcement Officers’ Minds

December 13, 2018 Law and public safety

Motorcycle and scooter safety is a concern for multiple counties within North Central Florida. Safety precautions are encouraged by police officers even though Florida riders and passengers are not required by law to wear helmets.