Under the beaming suburban sun, two newly neighboring couples appreciate the pleasure and beauty of gardening. However — as revealed through a property-line dispute that spirals into an evaluation of vast cultural differences — every rose has its thorn. The flourishing production of “Native Gardens” blooms on stage at the …
Read More »Trent Whittemore heads to University of Central Florida football program
Trent Whittemore's transfer to the University of Central Florida as a graduate student means he will finish his collegiate career following in his father’s footsteps. Mark Whittemore was a key player for Knight Nation where he made a name for himself in the early 1990s.
Read More »Gainesville music scene upset after Santa Fe College Foundation’s MiniMaxi Warehouse evicts all bands
A storage facility owned by the Santa Fe College Foundation is evicting about 30 music band tenants -- some of whom have rented units for more than a decade. The music groups, who used the space for band practice and equipment storage, were given no explanation and were told they must vacate the rental units by March 18.
Read More »Life on the line: Watch Florida linemen compete in these lofty events
A group of Gainesville Regional Utilities linemen competed at the Florida Municipal Electric Association and Orlando Utilities Commison's 2023 Florida Lineman Competition earlier this month.
Read More »The Point, March 9, 2023: Man alleges abuse in Alachua County Jail
Subscribe to The Point, arriving in your inbox Monday through Friday at 8 a.m. The stories near you • WUFT News: Earleton man alleges abuse at the Alachua County Jail. “More than a year after his arrest on Dec. 2, 2021, Juan Sterk said his experiences at the Alachua County Jail …
Read More »Land of the fee? Costly permits now required to film some YouTube, TikTok videos in national parks
GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Social media mavens may need to think twice before pulling out their iPhones, GoPros or other video equipment when they’re recording in breathtaking national parks like Yosemite, the Grand Canyon or the Everglades. The National Park Service is now requiring permits that could cost hundreds of dollars …
Read More »Florida’s 2023 Legislative Session begins with lawmakers emphasizing on education changes
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – After Gov. Ron DeSantis’ State of the State Address on the first day of the 2023 Florida Legislative Session on Tuesday, multiple proposals will be brought forth within the next couple of months. From bills dealing with issues on immigration to abortion, the one thing lawmakers agree …
Read More »Earleton man alleges abuse at the Alachua County Jail
An Earleton man is claiming he was physically abused at the Alachua County jail by staff 15 months ago.
Read More »The Point, March 8, 2023: DeSantis gives State of the State speech
Subscribe to The Point, arriving in your inbox Monday through Friday at 8 a.m. The stories near you • WUFT News: Ryan Chamberlin secures bid to general election for Florida House District 24 seat in crowded primary election. “Republican candidate Ryan Chamberlin won the primary election for the Florida House District …
Read More »Two Gainesville researchers to host workshop on how to trace your ancestors
Two Gainesville researchers will hold a free workshop to help residents trace their family ancestry. The workshop is on April 15 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Kanapaha Presbyterian Church, 6221 SW 75th Terrace.
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