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Volunteers are trying to assess the number of homeless people in five North Central Florida counties and figure out the needs of the homeless community.
Read More »North Central Florida Embarks On Annual Homelessness Survey
Report More Than Doubles Alachua County’s Total of Known Lynchings to 43
"Even that understates the actual number," county commissioner Robert Hutchinson said.
Read More »Florida Voices | Jose Vega: Crushing Conversion Therapy
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Hurricane Irma, Richard Spencer, rescued dogs and more.
Read More »Alachua County Farms Recover Months After Hurricane Irma
Alachua county farms are finally recovering after damage sustained from Hurricane Irma.
Read More »Along Gainesville’s ‘Acupuncture Alley,’ Eastern Medicines Offer Opioid Help
Alternative medicines have taken a foothold in Gainesville, especially along the city's "Acupuncture Alley," and they have gained attention nationally because of opportunities for alternatives to opioids. But not everyone is convinced of their effectiveness.
Read More »Former Felons Attempt To Re-enter Society In North Central Florida
The prison population in the United States continues to grow, and with it grows the number of former offenders seeking to repent their past mistakes.
Read More »Annual Strike Out Hunger Food Drive Collects Food To Help Families In Need
November is National Hunger Month, so to bring awareness to Alachua County, The Long Foundation and The Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission are providing free food to those in need with their national Strike Out Hunger Food Drive.
Read More »Archer Veterans Reflect On Community Support This Veteran’s Day Weekend
The show of support this holiday weekend reminded Archer veterans of the rich resources the community has to offer.
Read More »Churches Discuss Security After Texas Shooting
Pastors and churchgoers from around Alachua County gathered at North Central Baptist Church yesterday to learn how they can keep their churches and congregations safe in the face of violence.
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