Shailey Klein
Shailey is a reporter for WUFT News who can be reached by calling 352-392-6397 or emailing news@wuft.org.
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County Arborist Lacy Holtzworth said the tree planting program started six years ago. The group planted elm, longleaf pine, magnolia and live oak trees. The program’s goal is to plant the long lived, high value shade trees in unincorporated areas.
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To meet this demand, the city has plans to build eight courts at Tom Petty Park. Peter McNiece, project manager for the City of Gainesville, said it has been challenging to keep up with the demand.
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Metcalfe Elementary School music teacher Dwynette Smith was named the 2024 Alachua County Teacher of the Year on Thursday. The Education Foundation for Alachua County Schools hosted the ceremony at Trinity United Methodist Church.