Ty M. Schildts
Ty is a reporter for WUFT News who may be contacted by calling 352-392-6397 or emailing news @wuft.org
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Alachua County Public Schools is holding a food drive to collect and distribute food boxes to families in need during the holiday break.
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On Wednesday, a complaint for eviction and damages was put on file at the Alachua County Clerk of the Court against 101 Cantina, claiming the tenants had not vacated the premises on Aug. 31, as the lease stipulated.
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An Ocala man died Wednesday morning after a domestic disturbance turned into a shooting Tuesday evening.
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Alachua County Coalition for the Homeless and Hungry's annual census shows the homeless population dropped by about 4 percent over the past year.
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A bill to allow anyone with a concealed carry license to be able to publicly open carry a firearm is on the Florida House calendar.
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The La Chua Trail, located at Paynes Prairie, is facing a few temporary closures due to construction and flooding.
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Initial observations Friday indicated homeless people this year were older and frailer than years past.
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The Alachua County Office of Sustainability hosted an hour-long information session Wednesday afternoon about the benefits of solar power as part of a series of "Lunch and Learn" events.
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On Wednesday, the Florida Forest Service performed prescribed burns on a 27-acre plot of Newnans Lake State Park. Although the fire was near Dignity Village, residents said they didn't feel threatened and welcomed the warmth.