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.
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Since Hurricane Irma in 2017, water levels have risen in Paynes Prairie, fishing along 441 has become popular regardless of the 'No Fishing' signs.
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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.
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More traffic patrols. Automated speed enforcement. Railroad investment.
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They said this is likely the deadliest accident in the county since 2012, when 10 people were killed on I-75 near Paynes Prairie.
Read More »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 …
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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.
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The Villages Department of Safety reported responding to at least 86 accidents involving golf carts in 2018. Sixty-three of these involved injuries.
Read More »Early Wednesday morning, students lined up outside Alachua County schools for the annual “Dad Bring Your Child to School” day, but this year, they did it in a very different way.
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The Senate held a hearing today for Gov. Rick Scott’s three proposed bills regarding school safety, firearm safety and public records as a part of his $450 million school safety plan.
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