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The state of Florida tries to keep up with banning chemical formulas, but authorities say some local shops may sell the packets illegally.
Read More »Fourteen Spice Overdose Victims Sent To Hospitals In Alachua County After Memorial Day Weekend
GRACE Marketplace Opens Community Service Center For Its Residents
After 6 months of renovations, the center will offer veteran services, behavioral health care and assistance when applying for jobs.
Read More »Gainesville Homeless Center To Provide Shelter During Tonight’s Bad Weather
The storm expected to hit Gainesville tonight is expected to be strong and has tornado potential. Officials suggest residents should get batteries and tie down loose items outdoors.
Read More »Alachua County Farmers, Homeless Preparing For Late-Season Freeze
Alachua County and other places across North Central Florida are making preparations for the rare March freeze expected for tonight. Check in to WUFT.org for live weather updates.
Read More »Cold Night Shelter Program Activated In Gainesville
The city of Gainesville’s Cold Night Shelter program will be activated at the St. Francis House, 413 S Main St, and GRACE Marketplace, 3055 NE 28 Ave between Tuesday and Friday due to anticipated temperatures below 45 degrees Fahrenheit.
Read More »Superior Towing Pairs With GRACE Marketplace To Provide Bikes To Homeless
Gainesville’s new homeless shelter and service center welcomed a bike donation on Friday. The location of GRACE Marketplace, 3055 NE 28 Drive, poses as a transportation issue for the homeless because it’s on the outskirts of town. However, Superior Towing donated several bicycles Friday, making it easier for the homeless to …
Read More »Census Volunteers Survey Homeless In Alachua County
Volunteers set out across Gainesville to places like Grace Marketplace, St. Francis House and downtown Gainesville to survey the homeless Thursday.
Read More »Police: UF Law Professor Arrested After Punching Teen
University of Florida law professor Joseph Jackson was arrested Tuesday night after police believe he punched a girl.
Read More »‘My Mind Is At Ease’: Gainesville Homeless Center Offers Free Yoga
GRACE Marketplace, which labels itself as a "one-stop assistance center for people without housing," has been offering yoga classes since August
Read More »Gainesville’s Homeless Seek Shelter From The Cold
Due to the temperature dropping below 45 degrees, GRACE Marketplace, St. Francis House and Empowerment Center have opened their doors Thursday and Friday night to allow people to sleep inside. However, some of Gainesville's homeless population will still find themselves in the cold.
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