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High Springs to add automated speeding cameras in school zone
The High Springs Police Department, led by Chief Antoine Sheppard, is introducing automated roadside cameras to enforce speed limits in school zones. This decision comes after traffic studies indicated a persistent speeding problem despite the presence of police officers. The automated system will monitor vehicle speeds in both north and south directions and is designed to enhance the safety of over 1,000 students at High Springs Community School.
Weather forecast – April 30, 2024
After a low of 63 degrees, temperatures are forecast to climb to 87 tomorrow before getting even warmer as the week goes on. Some models show a chance of light rain on Monday night and Tuesday in some parts of the county. The post Weather forecast – April 30, 2024 appeared first on Alachua Chronicle.
Newberry students among 4 killed in Waldo crash
The Newberry community is in mourning after two teens died from injuries sustained in a weekend crash in Waldo that had already claimed two other lives. “It is with great sadness that I share the two Newberry High School students who were in the serious car accident this past weekend have now passed away from their injuries,” Newberry High School principal James Sheppard wrote in a Tuesday message to parents. “Thank you for keeping both of these families in your thoughts during this difficult time.”
Florida Commission on Ethics finds no legal sufficiency for ethics complaint against former High Springs City Manager Stathatos
In a closed-session meeting on April 19, the Florida Commission on Ethics found no legal sufficiency in an ethics complaint filed against former High Springs City Manager Ashley Stathatos by High Springs Finance Director Diane Wilson. The post Florida Commission on Ethics finds no legal sufficiency for ethics complaint against former High Springs City Manager Stathatos appeared first on Alachua Chronicle.
New High Springs City Manager terminates Public Works Director, Commission will allow camping on City property for BMX event
At the April 25 High Springs City Commission meeting, citizens brought up concerns with the firing of a long-time City employee by the new City Manager The post New High Springs City Manager terminates Public Works Director, Commission will allow camping on City property for BMX event appeared first on Alachua Chronicle.
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