WUFT-TV/FM | WJUF-FM
1200 Weimer Hall | P.O. Box 118405
Gainesville, FL 32611
(352) 392-5551

A service of the College of Journalism and Communications at the University of Florida.

© 2024 WUFT / Division of Media Properties
News and Public Media for North Central Florida
Play Live Radio
Next Up:
0:00
0:00
0:00 0:00
Available On Air Stations

Newberry to reconsider fairgrounds bid

The City of Newberry will likely pull out of its bid to move the Alachua County fairgrounds to the Canterbury Showplace. Newberry Mayor Bill Conrad says the city will continue its plans for sports tourism in other ways.

Conrad02

He says the city is reconsidering its plans because of poor feedback from neighboring Gainesville.

Conrad03

He says commissioners will likely discuss the final decision at their meeting Monday.

Katerina is a reporter who can be contacted by calling 352-392-6397 or emailing news@wuft.org.