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Dolphin in Florida found with deadly bird flu, researchers say
DIXIE COUNTY, Fla. - A dolphin that died after it was found in distress and stranded in Florida's Big Bend region was infected with highly pathogenic bird flu, according to a recently published report from researchers with the University of Florida Marine Animal Rescue Program. This discovery marks the first known detection of the Influenza A virus, a pathogen that causes bird flu, in a common bottlenose dolphin.
Politicians gather in High Springs for the Lincoln Day Dinner
HIGH SPRINGS, Fla. (WCJB) - Politicians are gathering for dinner in High Springs on April. 26.. Congresswoman Kat Cammack of North Central Florida along with Senator Rick Scott are among the politicians going to the Lincoln Day Dinner. Leaders of the Dixie County Republican Party are hosting the dinner where...
Cross City celebrates 100 years of existence
CROSS CITY, Fla. (WCJB) -Hundreds of people in Dixie County celebrated the 100th birthday of Cross City on Saturday. The Dixie County town was founded in April 1924 and got its name from being situated where two important trade routes crossed. Romia Plank is only 20 years younger than her...
Dixie County deputy named as defendant in non-profit embezzlement case
HORSESHOE BEACH, Fla. (WCJB) - The Dixie County Sheriff’s office’s chief deputy is among four defendants facing a personal civil lawsuit. Former members of a non-profit club accuse Johnny Valentine of stealing from the club’s bank account. Johnny Valentine Rock Level... by Jacob Sedesse. The plaintiffs are...
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