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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."
Read More »Mobile Market Brings Fresh Food To East Gainesville
For the first time since April, the Fresh Wagon mobile market made its rounds to public housing units in East Gainesville this week to offer residents local, fresh produce.
Read More »Florida Voters Again Face Medical Marijuana Decision
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.
Read More »St. Johns County Prepares For Matthew
Hurricane Matthew is slowly approaching the state of Florida, and many on the coast are preparing for the worst.
Read More »What Are Those Purple Boxes In Florida’s Trees? They’re Helping To Fight Off Deadly Beetles
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.
Read More »Waste Free July Promotes Less Plastic Use
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.
Read More »Florida Reviews Suggestions To Replace Confederate Statue
Mary McLeod Bethune is top choice to replace a Confederate general's statue that represents Florida in the U.S. Capitol.
Read More »Sam’s Club, Wal-Mart Supercenter To Open In Butler Plaza North In Summer
Construction continues at Butler Plaza North. Stores like Dick's Sporting Goods and Aldi are expected to open this summer.
Read More »Why Windsor, Not An Official Food Desert, Still Pretty Much Feels Like A Food Desert
It seemingly meets all of the qualifications to be considered a food desert.
Read More »UF Organization Attends Concealed Weapons Training Course
Students for Concealed Carry Organization at UF attended a two-day training course for them to qualify in order to apply for a concealed carry weapon license. Although it is still illegal to carry a concealed weapon on campus, they helped students learn how to operate a gun and prepare them for real-world self-defense situations.
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