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UF Health dentists partnered with the Florida Department of Health to give kids free dental screenings and fluoride treatments today at the Southwest Dental Clinic in Gainesville.
Read More »Gainesville Kids Receive Free Dental Checkups
Gainesville Residents Discuss Apartment Safety After Recent Thefts
After recent apartment thefts, local Gainesville residents are questioning the safety of their apartment complexes and the safety measures being taken.
Read More »All Lanes Open On I-75 After Semi Crash
Gainesville Fire and Rescue is reporting I-75 is shut down in both directions due to a crash involving two semi-tractors at Newberry Rd. This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
Read More »Pills, Gum Might Someday Prevent Cavities, UF Researchers Say
The bacteria A12 can improve children’s health by preventing cavities, as well as help adults with a history of tooth decay.
Read More »Police: Man Leaves Baby In Car Under Direct Sunlight
Nelson Santo Perez, 31, was charged with felony neglect of a child and was taken to the Levy County jail.
Read More »Officer Stabbed At Jail In Lake City
The officer was taken to UF Health Shands Hospital, and his injuries were deemed non-life threatening.
Read More »4 Children Seriously Hurt In Gainesville Car Crash
The crash occurred near on SR 26 near Gum Root Park.
Read More »UF, Shands Move Up On Best-Employers List
UF went up 31 spots, from 121th in 2015 to 90th in 2016.
Read More »UPDATE: Motorcyclist Dies In Archer Road Wreck
Closures on the westbound side of Southwest Archer Road are expected until 11:30 a.m. today.
Read More »Alachua County, Whole State See Late Flu Peaks
By the end of February, UF Health Shands Hospital reported 115 cases of the flu, a number that grew to 206 two weeks into March.
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