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Florida voters made their picks Tuesday in the primary election.
Read More »The Point, Aug. 11, 2022: Putnam County has some of Florida’s oldest schools, and the district is trying to repair or replace them
Voters this fall will be asked to consider a $300 bond issue to help fund the fixes.
Read More »New documentary highlights lack of accessibility for deaf and disabled people in north central Florida justice system
While her experiences unfolded within north central Florida justice systems and Lowell prison, the filmmakers say this is a nationwide issue.
Read More »Watershed: High Hazard: State report shows risks of the aging Rodman Dam
A 261-page Florida Department of Environmental Protection dam safety report released in March has given the decades-long battle a renewed sense of urgency. What was once a low-hazard structure with no potential for death or flooding has changed as it’s aged.
Read More »Floridians see personal finance class requirement as a positive for students
Residents across north central Florida are optimistic about the potential impacts of a new law requiring a personal finance class for graduation.
Read More »The teacher shortage in north central Florida continues
Teaching shortages in grades K-12 have been prevalent since before the pandemic, according to north central Florida school administrators. However, they say COVID-19 has increased issues for educators.
Read More »Bill adding Palatka to seaport council awaits Florida governor’s decision
Adding a seaport in Palatka has been in talks for several years, but after the Florida Legislature this year approved Putnam County to be added to the Florida Seaport Transportation and Economic Development Council, it’s waiting for Gov. Ron DeSantis’ signature.
Read More »The Point, April 26, 2022: Alachua County purchased nearly 4,000 acres near the Putnam County line. Here’s what it plans to do with the land
The 2,200 acres of pine flatwoods on the purchased property had been used for timber production and will be restored by reforestation with longleaf pine and prescribed fire.
Read More »Residents prepare for what’s to come after Alachua County $10 million land purchase
It was the program’s largest single land purchase ever, according to a news release.
Read More »A 13-year-old in Putnam County is facing felony charges for repeating a rumor
In Florida's effort to better protect school campuses, students themselves are being more closely policed.
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