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Once berries are picked, they can go anywhere: from a store down the street or even as far as Maine.
Read More »Florida Blueberries Ripen For The Season After A Marathon Pandemic Year
The Repurpose Project Launches Campaign To Expand
After 10 years of operation in Gainesville, The Repurpose Project is looking to expand to a second location to accommodate its growth.
Read More »Parents Fight To Save Melrose Elementary School From Closure, Await Feb. 16 Vote
The associate superintendent says the district will endorse the new plan that would keep Melrose open, but until the school board officially votes on Tuesday, parents will be apprehensive.
Read More »‘One of the Best Years of My Life’: New Gainesville Black-Owned Food Businesses Flourishing
2020 ushered in a wealth of promise for Black-owned food businesses across north central Florida.
Read More »Mud, Cold, Inspiration And A Year Without Many Competitions Makes Waldo Obstacle Course One To Remember
The Obstacle Course Race Overload event course consisted of over 30 obstacles, including hurdles, low jump, rope climb, death crawl, monkey bars, and more. A nonprofit organization, More Heart Than Scars, sponsored the event.
Read More »Gainesville Police Corporal Reassigned After Off-Duty DUI Crash Arrest
A Gainesville police corporal who was arrested by his own department on suspicion of drunken driving has been stripped of his police powers.
Read More »Gainesville Law Enforcement Cracks Down On Bad Drivers Amid Pedestrian Deaths
Local law enforcement gathered near West University Avenue Friday to demonstrate increased pedestrian safety efforts.
Read More »Alachua County Enters Negotiation With Celebration Pointe For Sports Events Venue
The idea for this location — first floated a little over a year ago — has seen its share of controversy in reaching this point, but on Tuesday, the commissioners were all in.
Read More »Alachua County Library District To Expand Browsing Hours
On Monday, Nov. 2, the Alachua County Library District will expand browsing hours to each of its 12 locations.
Read More »Waldo City Square Looks To Build Community
After a successful drive-thru trick-or-treat event, city management is determining the best way to prepare for their next event, Waldo’s Christmas at the Caboose.
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