Faith, fellowship and forgiveness: The newest chapter in Newberry's winding journey for truth and reconciliation. From the Newberry Six lynchings in 1916 to the first year of desegregation in the town, Newberry has a lot to reconcile.
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The Gainesville City Commission is having to start over in its search for a solution.
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In a nearly 400-page book on the history of Waldo, only a few lines allude to the town's namesake.
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Gainesville wants its city commission to keep watching the city’s utilities.
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Jessica Baker, 46, of Newberry learned her love of politics from her father, who taught her to think critically about national and local issues.
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It’s late October and the many local pumpkin patches have painted Alachua County orange. Each patch has something more than pumpkins to offer, whether it is food, activities or the hours that the patch is open. One pumpkin patch at Gainesville Church of God served as a fundraiser (location …
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In his first bid for re-election, state Rep. Chuck Clemons, R – Newberry, will face off against Democratic challenger Jason Haeseler to represent District 21 in the Florida House of Representatives. The district includes all of Dixie and Gilchrist counties, as well as a portion of Alachua County. State. Rep. …
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Over a century after the Newberry Six lynchings, the town still suffers from racial divisions. While some locals think talking about the city's past can help bridge these divisions, others remain skeptical.
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Three people are running for the position of Alachua County Commissioner to represent District 2, which covers the northwest areas of the county.
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