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“From Colored to Black” is a Gainesville play that reflects on past and current race disparities within the north central Florida African American community.
Read More »Theater Production Spotlights Local Racial History To Inform, Educate
Williston’s Regional General Hospital Clears Utility Bill Debt
Williston’s Regional General Hospital bailed itself out of its outstanding utility bill debt by completing a repayment plan with the city. Two Williston residents are taking steps to try to prevent the hospital from permanently closing.
Read More »Levy County School Board Accepts Offer To Sell Former School
In late February, the marquee in front of the old Williston High School bore one last message as residents of the community prepare to bid farewell to the school many once attended: “Goodbye WHS I’ll miss you!”
Read More »Williston’s Regional General Hospital Faces Potential Closure In Wake Of Utility Debt
Williston’s Regional General Hospital continues to struggle financially as it pays down utility debt to the city. It's weekly payment plan tripled Friday to $15,000.
Read More »Michael Upgraded To Category 4 ‘Major’ Hurricane As It Approaches Florida Panhandle
The storm is forecast to be the most destructive to hit the Panhandle in decades and expected to send life-threatening surges of ocean water into coastal areas along the Gulf of Mexico.
Read More »Hurricane Michael Hits Cedar Key With Less Force Than Hermine
While Levy County government offices return to normal operations on Thursday, schools will be back in session on Friday.
Read More »Levy County Prepares For Tropical Storm Michael’s Landfall
David Peaton, the deputy director of emergency management in Levy County, speaks about preparations and concerns in that coastal area.
Read More »Pulled Over In Florida? Don’t Expect The Same Traffic Stop Every Time
The Alachua County Sheriff's Office policy on non-felony traffic stops is an anomaly among most other law enforcement agencies in North Central Florida.
Read More »Park In Ocala Dedicated To Late City Manager Scotty J. Andrews
The City of Ocala Recreation and Parks Department held a ceremony to dedicate the park to Andrews.
Read More »The 2018 County Candidates Who Have Qualified In WUFT’s Coverage Area
Voters have the opportunity to choose new local, state, and federal representation in the Aug 28. primary and midterm election on Nov. 6, 2018.
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