Day: March 17, 2026

Low Cost Pet Clinic Set For Alachua County

Pet owners in Alachua County can get affordable care this weekend. Animal Resources is teaming up with Sweetwater Veterinary Clinic to host a low-cost clinic Saturday at the county shelter. Services include vaccinations, microchipping and testing, with prices starting as low as 20 dollars. Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins will be accepted.

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Teen Killed In Alachua County Crash

A crash in Alachua County has left a 19 year old man dead. Troopers say the driver was speeding when he lost control on a curve along Northwest 165th Street, ran off the road and hit a tree. He was pronounced dead at the scene and was not wearing a seatbelt. The crash remains under […]

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Santa Fe College Dance Works Earn National Recognition

Two Santa Fe College dance pieces are getting national attention. The works were selected for the American College Dance Association’s Conference Gala, marking a first for the program. One piece was choreographed by a student and the other by faculty, competing alongside top four-year schools. Both performances will also be showcased locally in Gainesville next […]

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Gainesville Activates Cold Night Shelter Program

Cold weather is triggering emergency shelter operations in Gainesville. The city activated its Cold Night Shelter Program for Monday, and will activate it again for tonight as overnight temperatures drop into the 30s. Shelters open when lows fall below 45 degrees, offering space at GRACE Marketplace and St. Francis House. The program is aimed at […]

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High Springs Weighs Cutting Fire And Police Departments

One North Florida city is facing tough budget choices that could impact public safety. High Springs leaders plan a workshop to consider eliminating or downsizing police and fire services as they deal with a growing deficit and rising costs. Officials say draining reserves and shifting funds has only delayed the problem. The discussion also comes […]

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UF Moves To Deactivate College Republicans Chapter

The University of Florida is moving to deactivate its College Republicans chapter following reports of antisemitic behavior. The Florida Federation of College Republicans requested the shutdown while it reorganizes leadership.

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DeSantis Signs Death Warrant In Palm Bay Murder Case

Governor Ron DeSantis has signed a death warrant for 58 year old Chadwick Willacy, setting his execution for April 21 at Florida State Prison. Willacy was convicted in the 1990 killing a 56 year old woman after she caught him burglarizing her home. Prosecutors say he beat her, bound her, and then set the house […]

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AAA Activates Tow To Go Program For St Patrick’s Day Safety

AAA is offering free rides home for impaired drivers through its Tow to Go program during St Patrick’s Day celebrations. The service runs now through 6 a m Wednesday and is available to both members and non-members. Drivers can call to receive a ride and have their vehicle towed up to 10 miles. AAA says […]

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St Francis House To Close Downtown Shelter

A longtime homeless shelter in Gainesville is shutting down. St. Francis House says it will permanently close its downtown center by mid-April as it looks to sell the property and stabilize finances. Day services will end this week, with emergency shelter services phased out next month. The nonprofit says it will continue helping women and […]

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