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Two upcoming hi-tech test projects could improve traffic flow and increase safety around the University of Florida’s main campus.
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Andrew Gillum Launches Voter Registration Campaign Ahead of 2020 Election
The former Tallahassee mayor announced he and his voter registration group “Bring it Home Florida” want to register and engage an additional 1 million voters ahead of the general election.
Read More »Florida Gov. DeSantis’ State Of The State
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis kicks off the 60-day legislative session with his first State of the State address outlining his priorities including the environment, education, healthcare and transportation infrastructure.
Read More »Local Scientists Want Plastic Ban Amended For Greater Environmental Protection
The City of Gainesville passed a plastic ban earlier this year. Some local scientists see this ordinance as a good first step, but don't think it goes far enough. Here are their proposals:
Read More »Gov. DeSantis Rolls Out $91.3 Billion Budget Focused On Environment And Education
Newly elected Florida Governor Ron DeSantis presented his proposed budget today, offering a guideline to state legislators as they gear up for the legislative session that begins March 5. The Legislature must approved a budget before convening.
Read More »Untold Florida: Officials Are Actively Working To Improve Water Quality In High Springs
Officials in High Springs replaced a pipeline in February to improve water quality. But residents aren't confident that it's improving due to frequent boil water notices and discolored and odorous water.
Read More »Panama City Residents Face Long Road To Recovery After Michael
Panhandle residents remain resilient while waiting for help and starting the rebuilding process weeks after Hurricane Michael ripped apart their homes and neighborhoods.
Read More »Alachua County Preparing Polling Locations for Midterm Election
Alachua County Supervisor of Elections office is preparing to make sure there are no issues on election day.
Read More »Where Florida Stands On Processing Its Sexual Assault Kit Backlog
Some 6,000 previously submitted kits that were part of the backlog have now been processed, with more than 1,000 still to go by June 2019.
Read More »What Led The Alachua County School District To Install Water Filters To Prevent Lead Contamination
Records show Alachua County Public Schools (ACPS) began installing filters in August, having purchased 1,300 filters for its 36 public schools.
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