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Two years after Christian Aguilar's remains were found, the Aguilar family is trying to start a new life. Aguilar's brother Alex, though, wants to keep his memory alive.
Read More »Christian Aguilar Remembered After Bravo Case
New program helps UF students “Walk Safe” at night
A week ago, making a trek across the University of Florida campus wasn’t much of an issue for most UF students. But after a recent string of similar assaults on and near the UF campus, many students are left on edge. “Now as soon as it falls dark, I get …
Read More »Former Prison To Turn Into Homeless Shelter, Expand Nature Center
Gov. Rick Scott and the Florida Cabinet approved Tuesday a proposal to buy former Gainesville Correctional Institution for nearly $1.4 million. The prison will be converted into a homeless shelter and the Morningside Nature Center will be expanded.
Read More »Alachua County Holds Second Public Forum In School Superintendent Search
Alachua County Public Schools district hosts a series of public forum to address concerns in the search for a new superintendent.
Read More »McDonald’s Banner Plane Crashes At UF’s Flavet Field Before UF-Arkansas Game
A plane crashed behind the University of Florida's Flavet Field on Saturday afternoon at 4 p.m. Multiple witnesses at the scene say the crash was quiet, likely indicating a low fuel issue. After the crash, all were reported safe, including the pilot.
Read More »A Tour of Gainesville’s Prison-Turned-Homeless Shelter
This prison is in the backyard of a small correctional institute. This is where the city of Gainesville's Commissioners plan to turn a shambled former prison into a functioning homeless community.
Read More »Gainesville City Commission discusses parking decals near UF campus
The Gainesville City Commission’s Community Development Committee met to discuss city parking decal issues near the University of Florida campus.
Read More »Profile: Scherwin Henry
As the only candidate for Gainesville mayor who has lived in the city all his life, Scherwin Henry said he has a different perspective than the other five men running for the spot.
Read More »Education about child-passenger seats important for safety
The proper installation of child-safety seats is critical for safety, according to the Child Passenger Safety Technicians. Technicians helped educate Alachua County families on Monday.
Read More »UFPD prepares for Michelle Obama visit; no parking restrictions expected
With First Lady Michelle Obama scheduled to speak at the University of Florida on Monday, many people are wondering how the event will affect things on campus. Maj. Brad Barber said there is no parking restrictions that day although traffic will heavier than normal.
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