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The report found that state officials have documented and been aware of sexual abuse at Lowell since at least 2006.
Read More »Lawmakers Seek Reforms After Report Of Abuse At Women’s Prison In Ocala
What It’s Like To Donate Plasma in Gainesville During The Pandemic
The FDA is encouraging people with COVID-19 antibodies to donate plasma to help develop a treatment for the virus.
Read More »New Ocala Wetland Recharge Park Offering Visitors ‘A Peaceful Feeling’
After more than two years of challenging development, the Ocala Wetland Recharge Park has drawn in about 200 visitors a day since opening in September.
Read More »Track Owners And Animal Shelters Prepare For The End Of Dog Racing In Florida
Dog racing is now illegal in 41 states – and the two remaining tracks in Florida will soon have their last live races.
Read More »Local Governments, Groups Urge Rehearing On ‘Conversion Therapy’
Cities, counties and groups from Florida and other parts of the country are trying to help sway a federal appeals court to reconsider a potentially far-reaching decision that blocked bans on the controversial practice known as “conversion therapy.”
Read More »Jacksonville Police Officer Battles ALS With The Help Of Community
Judge has been a member of the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office for over 30 years and is currently serving as an assistant chief officer.
Read More »Meridian Behavioral Healthcare Annual Report Reveals Sharp Rise In Telehealth Treatment
Meridian also saw revenue top $50 million for the first time in its history despite the financial uncertainty surrounding the ongoing pandemic.
Read More »CDC Data Show Florida Ranked The Lowest In Flu Vaccination Rate Among All 50 States
During the coronavirus pandemic, this data adds a newfound urgency to flu season in the state.
Read More »Florida Dentists Continue To Provide Care Amid Pandemic
The last nine months have been filled with snacking and stress. At least, that’s what dentists see when they look inside the mouths of their patients.
Read More »What Is The Purpose Of A Groundwater Recharge Wetland Park? Alachua County’s Planning Agency Just Approved One
The Alachua County Local Planning Agency and Planning Commission on Wednesday voted in favor of a proposed development for a 75-acre groundwater recharge wetland park in the western part of the county.
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