Focus Turns To Recovery After Irma’s Exit

September 12, 2017 People of Florida, Public safety 0

More than 5.5 million homes and businesses in Florida remained without power at midday Tuesday after Hurricane Irma plowed through the state.

“Liquor Wall” Bill Has Liquor Store Owners Fearing For Their Businesses

May 17, 2017 Government and politics, State of Florida, Video 3

Liquor stores all across Florida are begging Governor Rick Scott to veto the bill that would change the law dating back to 1934 and allow retailers to bring the liquor inside with the beer and wine.

Raw Cookie Dough Bakery Opens Despite Changing Landscape Of West University

April 10, 2017 Development 0

Amid businesses closing and moving along West University, new small businesses, Do-Lish and Mr. Cool Ice Cream Roll, have opened recently, hoping to thrive in areas that city and University of Florida have their sights on.

‘Liquor Wall’ Closer To Getting Torn Down

March 22, 2017 The Rundown 0

A law prohibiting the sale of liquor alongside groceries got one step close to repeal Wednesday. Two bills seek to end to a Depression-era law.

Liquor, Self-Defense Bills Moving In Senate

February 10, 2017 The Rundown 0

Controversial proposals that would allow liquor to be sold in grocery stores and shift the burden of proof in "stand your ground" self-defense cases were set up Thursday to be among the first items the Senate could approve when the annual legislative session begins next month. The Rules Committee voted 7-4 for a proposal (SB 106) that would end a Depression-era law requiring liquor stores and bars to be separated from groceries and other retail goods, an issue commonly referred to as the "liquor wall."

Florida Voters Again Face Medical Marijuana Decision

October 14, 2016 Government and politics 0

This November, Florida voters will again weigh in on a medical-marijuana constitutional amendment, and decide whether to vastly expand the types of patients who are eligible for the treatment.

St. Johns County Prepares For Matthew

October 6, 2016 Public safety, Weather 0

Hurricane Matthew is slowly approaching the state of Florida, and many on the coast are preparing for the worst.

USDA Increases Beetle Trapping To Save Ash Trees

September 14, 2016 Environment 0

The USDA is increasing its effort against infestations of the emerald ash borer, an invasive beetle native to eastern Asia which has diminished ash tree populations throughout the United States.

Waste Free July Promotes Less Plastic Use

July 7, 2016 Environment 0

For the month of July, the Alachua County Office of Waste Alternatives is asking residents to consider giving up disposable plastic so they think about everyday waste.