Alex Land
Alex is a reporter for WUFT News who can be reached by calling 352-392-6397 or emailing news@wuft.org.
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Residents of Horseshoe Beach, Florida, say Hurricane Helene was the worst storm they've yet experienced.
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St. Francis House is temporarily suspending daily meal services due to financial struggles.
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The low-stimulation rooms are designed with dim lights, resting spaces and soothing music. The initiative aims to aid students who may be struggling with frustration or anxiety. Students are able to take haven in the room for five to ten minute sessions before returning to class.
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Electric scooters are the most common form of micromobility in the nation. According to the League of American Bicyclists, the number of e-scooters increased by 13% in 2023, and as a result, so too did accidents.
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As road traffic increases for delivery drivers, foot traffic tends to decrease for small businesses.
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Florida SB 1530 would ban people from sleeping in public spaces. If approved, local governments would be required to create safe areas where people could legally stay.
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Mayor Harvey Ward announced the creation of a new city position to improve public safety against gun violence. The position is a gun violence prevention and intervention program manager. The new position was announced by Mayor Ward at the Gainesville State of the City Address Tuesday.