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At 3:35 p.m., the University of Florida clarified its earlier updates to say it's not an active shooter situation.
Read More »GPD: Man’s Target Practice Was Source Of Shots Fired Scare In Woods Near UF College Of Veterinary Medicine
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She's a Honduran immigrant who's behind Trump, except for one issue.
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These were the top stories near you this year.
Read More »Gainesville Firefighters Get Raise And Paid Parental Leave After New Agreement With The City
The city recently ratified amendments to its agreement with the International Association of Fire Fighters.
Read More »UF Research Could Help Settle Kratom Controversy
Kratom is a legal substance that can be bought at gas stations, smoke shops, kava bars or online. Testimonials from some who have used it and results from preclinical studies suggest that it helps to alleviate pain and manage symptoms of opioid withdrawal, but the unregulated sale of the drug may be encouraging its recreational use as well.
Read More »‘Micromobility Devices’ — Also Known As Scooters — Could Come To Gainesville In 2020 Under City Regulation
In the coming year, a new type of dockless, battery-powered scooter that the city is calling a micromobility device is on its way.
Read More »Student Debt Weighs Heavily For Voters Prior To 2020 Elections
Student debt and the policies the presidential candidates are offering to relieve that burden will be a deciding factor for some when voting in the presidential primaries and general election next year.
Read More »Chinese Schools In Gainesville Help Children Connect With Their Heritage
The Chinese School Association in the United States and National Council of Associations of Chinese Language Schools report there are 531 registered Chinese schools nationwide.
Read More »How RTS And Alachua County Schools Have Worked To Improve Bus Safety
The 167 RTS-involved lawsuits and insurance claims have been filed against the city since fiscal year 2014, costing the city about $1 million in settlements and legal fees.
Read More »Little Orange Creek Reopens With “Relaxing And De-Stressful” Nature Day
The bridge and the road leading to the creek’s entrance on Southeast Hawthorne Road had been closed until six months ago because of construction on State Road 20.
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