While wearing white Crocs with Bad Bunny accessories, I plopped down on the couch of my college apartment a few Sundays ago to watch the Grammys. As performances and nominations went by, I stared at the television not wanting to miss a chance to see Bad Bunny. I’ve always liked …
Read More »Zip line at Haile Quarry hopes to create economic growth
Spain Development LLC projects their newest project will bring over $800,000 a year worth of jobs to the city of Newberry. The adventure park is estimated to have around 14 shifts a day, with employees making an hourly wage plus additional tips from guests. Karl Spain, owner of Spain Development, …
Read More »The Point, March 2, 2023: Woman with ‘deplorable’ home conditions could never own animals again
Subscribe to The Point, arriving in your inbox Monday through Friday at 8 a.m. The stories near you • WUFT News: Woman accused of animal cruelty faces potentially never owning another animal. “Patricia Garibaldi is accused of cruelty toward animals — her 15 cats — which were found living in ‘deplorable’ …
Read More »A goodbye letter from reporter Katie Hyson
Katie Hyson is finishing her time as a Report for America Corps Member for WUFT News. She is headed to San Diego to report on race and equity for the NPR/PBS station there, KPBS.
Read More »Woman accused of animal cruelty faces potentially never owning another animal
Patricia Garibaldi is accused of cruelty toward animals — her 15 cats — which were found living in “deplorable” conditions in her home: debris stacked to the ceiling, roaches in the cats’ food and water bowls, feces and urine on every surface. The decision, which will be made by Judge Meshon Rawls, was postponed until March 6.
Read More »Alachua County Fire Rescue’s day-off policy credited with attracting new recruits
In the world of first responders, a pinning ceremony is a symbolic event that represents dedication and commitment to duty. For the 45 students who participated in this ceremony, it was the culmination of six weeks of rigorous training.
Read More »Pickleball is growing on Florida’s college campuses
Pickleball is on the rise, and the addicting sport has made its way onto college campuses throughout the state. A sport that was originally made popular by a “senior” aged crowd, is now played and enjoyed by college students. Promoting the perfect balance of a social interaction and competitive spirit, …
Read More »Alachua County Commission unknowingly appoints man charged with attempted murder to historical board
CORRECTION: The original version of this story did not include that the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners moved to reconsider Durr’s appointment at the end of the meeting on Tuesday. Durr is no longer appointed to serve on the Historical Commission. Original story below: ___ GAINESVILLE, Fla. – …
Read More »The Point, March 1, 2023: East Gainesville residents discuss new urgent care center
Subscribe to The Point, arriving in your inbox Monday through Friday at 8 a.m. The stories near you • WUFT News: East Gainesville residents clarify their needs for new urgent care center. “Chanae Jackson came to Lincoln Middle School ready to voice her dissatisfaction. ‘We don’t trust you, and we don’t …
Read More »Through fires and a pandemic, Satchel’s Pizza approaches 20 years of serving up slices
Video above by Marcus Rojas. For Satchel Raye, Satchel’s Pizza was never about the pizza. He wanted guests to experience new, fresh art in their daily lives. As the restaurant’s 20-year anniversary arrives this month, one can see the hard work and effort Raye has put into his restaurant to …
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