In a nearly 400-page book on the history of Waldo, only a few lines allude to the town's namesake.
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Since becoming certified, the courthouse in Gainesville has been averaging about 18 people a day coming in to apply for passports.
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Visitors to Melrose Heritage Park can enjoy a day in the enclosure of the gazebo or among the shade of several massive oak trees, while children run around the central fountain and through the playground. They can also shop at a”Multi-Market” farmer’s market, which occurs periodically with vendors selling crafts, art, …
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A plan to expand roads on Interstate 75 are expected to lead to improvements for the overpass along Southwest 20th Avenue.
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A Girl and A Gun, Gainesville's women’s shooting league, is about the sisterhood -- not politics, but rather empowerment and support for one other.
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FPL's new Melrose solar plant contains 330,000 solar panels, generating a total of 74.5 megawatts for homes across the state. Despite a drop in utility rates for customers, not everyone is happy about the solar field.
Read More »Some Waldo Residents Looking For Easier Access To Healthier Food Options
Waldo, Florida, is not considered officially as a food desert on the USDA’s most updated food desert map from 2015. However, the town has a limited amount of options for grocery shopping, especially for residents without a car, or for the families relying on SNAP benefits.
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While the racing world has seen declines in popularity, Gainesville Raceway has still seen an increase in ticket sales and participation.
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With closed storefronts and empty sidewalks in this small, drive-by town, it is clear the town's once vibrant light has dimmed as the population dwindled. However, Waldo's city government is making strides for economic development and working on a number of projects to increase the population and turn the fate of the town around.
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Putnam County Sheriffs Office arrests fourteen men in "Operation Be Mine."
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