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This Florida Town Is So Cheap, You Can Live On Nothing But Social Security

There’s a town in Florida where your Social Security check doesn’t just cover the basics, it actually covers everything, and that town is Trenton. Tucked into Gilchrist County in North Central Florida, this quiet little place is doing something that most of the state has completely forgotten how to do, and that’s staying genuinely, wonderfully affordable.

Gilchrist County, FL · 1d
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Ocala Star Banner

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8 Marion County restaurants cited for high-priority violations

You can use the database to search by county or by restaurant name . Florida's restaurant owners are not required to post restaurant inspection results where guests can see them. So every week, we provide that information for you. For a complete list of local restaurant inspections, including violations not requiring warnings or administrative action, visit our Marion County restaurant inspections site . Here's the breakdown for recent health inspections in Marion County, Florida, for the week of Oct. 26-Nov. 1, 2026. Please note that some more recent, follow-up inspections may not be included here. Disclaimer: The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation describes an inspection report as a 'snapshot' of conditions present at the time of the inspection. On any given day, an establishment may have fewer or more violations than noted in their most recent inspection. An inspection conducted on any given day may not be representative of the overall, long-term conditions at the establishment. For full restaurant inspection details, visit our Marion County restaurant inspection site . Which Marion County restaurants got perfect scores on their health inspections? These restaurants met all standards during their Oct. 26-Nov. 1 inspections and no violations were found. Champions Restaurant

Marion County, FL · 5d

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Thoroughbred racetrack developer announces it has found a location in Marion County

MARION COUNTY, FL (352today.com) – Gilligan Racing, LLC and the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders’ and Owners’ Association announced last week that they have secured a new location for a new Thoroughbred racing facility in Marion County. Of course, they’re not saying exactly where just yet. In a...

Marion County, FL · 5d
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Union County stampede: Fightin' Tigers win latest SSAA road upset

(This story has been updated to add new information and to correct a name spelling.) For Robby Pruitt , the head coaching journey of a lifetime began in Jacksonville 42 years ago. More than four decades on, he's winning postseason games on the First Coast again, steering the stampede for Union County in a 28-21 upset of Paxon in the Sunshine State Athletic Association Atlantic League North semifinal on Nov. 6. They've got eighth-graders in the lineup, even seventh-grader Ethan Williams. They field barely a dozen combined juniors and seniors, some of them injured. Now, Union County (7-5) is off to round three at No. 1 seed West Nassau on Nov. 13. "I tell you, it's great winning a game like this with a bunch of young kids," Pruitt said. Playing in the same city where he landed his first head coaching job with University Christian in 1984, on his way to the unprecedented feat of 200-win careers in both Florida and Georgia, he's still going strong in the first year of his second Union County stint. And so is his team. Watch Florida high school sports live on NFHS Network Got a great play? How to submit your high

Lake Butler, FL · 2d

Alachua Chronicle

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Alachua County closings and waste collection for Veterans Day

The Veterans Day holiday will not affect residential curbside collection service for solid waste, recycling, and yard trash. The post Alachua County closings and waste collection for Veterans Day appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .

Alachua County, FL · 1d

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Between Tampa And Gainesville Is An Archaeological Park With Native American History, Fishing, And Trails

Florida's Gulf Coast is a prime, year-round vacation escape, but its tourism hotspots tend to center on its prominent Gulf-side beaches. Inland from the Gulf, however, sits a worthy collection of outdoor attractions preserving Florida's natural, cultural, and historical treasures without any beaches involved. A superb Florida hidden gem for history and nature lovers alike is the small but extraordinary Crystal River Archaeological State Park. With the word "archaeological" in its name, you can probably guess that this park is a bit more history-minded than most Florida state parks. At the same time, this park is far from a stuffy history lecture, and you'll find top-tier inland water recreation along with its historic treasures.

Gainesville, FL · 12d

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Neo-Confederate League of the South Member Elected to Florida Legislature

Marshall Rawson was elected to the Florida legislature’s House of Representatives on Tuesday in District 10 which covers the area west of Jacksonville with Lake City as its largest city. Rawson is associated with the League of the South, a Neo-Confederate group with extreme views. The newly elected representative became involved with the League of the South when he was in college at Shorter University in Rome, Georgia. Rawson has posted on social media identifying himself with the League of the South. He has also been shown wearing a League of the South polo shirt as shown in the feature photograph above.

Florida · 2d

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New Busy Bee Gas and convenience station under construction in Columbia County

ELLISVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - A new Busy Bee gas and convenience station under construction in Columbia County could bring up to 200 jobs to the community, according to officials with the construction company. Company officials say it will be one of the largest gas stations in Florida. Crews are moving...

Columbia County, FL · 2d

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The Streatery is open. Gainesville celebrates at ribbon cutting

Bustling crowds filled downtown Gainesville on Friday as conversations, live music and towering stilt performers brought the Streatery to life. Hundreds of residents celebrated the opening of the long-awaited downtown space with local leaders, including members of the Gainesville and Alachua County commissions, who commenced the opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Gainesville, FL · 2d

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Junior high employee in Clay County resigns amid police, DCF investigation, spokeswoman says

An employee of Lake Asbury Junior High in Clay County has resigned amid allegations being investigated by the Clay County Sheriff’s Office and Florida Department of Children and Families, a spokeswoman said. Amid the investigation, the district is not discussing the nature of the allegations but said it has contacted families of “involved students.”

Clay County, FL · 8h

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High Springs hosts free tire and bulk waste drop-off event

Residents in High Springs are using a free drive-through event to dispose of unwanted tires and large bulk waste.

High Springs, FL · 1d

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‘It’s a bench, not a throne’: Putnam County welcomes Judge George Young

Judges from across the Seventh Judicial Circuit joined friends, family and community leaders Friday, Nov. 6, in the auditorium of the Florida School of the Arts on the Palatka campus of St. Johns River State College to formally welcome George Young to the bench as Putnam County’s newest county judge.

Putnam County, FL · 1d

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Community holds ‘Squawk About Sara’ chicken run and walk in Micanopy

MICANOPY, Fla. (WCJB) - People dressed in chicken costumes took part in the “Squawk About Sara” chicken run and walk along 223rd Street in Micanopy to keep attention on the disappearance of Sara Ebersole, who went missing more than three years ago. Sara’s family says 223rd Street is...

Micanopy, FL · 1d

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Latest news and official press releases from Clay County

As a reminder, all Clay County government offices will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day. Curbside collection will not be affected by the Veterans Day holiday and will continue as normal. Rosemary Hill Solid Waste Facility will be open during normal hours, 7:30 a.m. to...

Clay County, FL · 2d

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Roaring Pines Motor Club Plans Development Near Palatka

A major motorsports development is taking shape near Palatka, where Roaring Pines Motor Club is planning a private destination built around driving, car collecting and trackside living. The project is designed to offer considerably more than a place to take a car around a racetrack. Its master plan combines a...

Palatka, FL · 2d

Alachua Chronicle

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City of Gainesville observes Veterans Day holiday

RTS will not provide bus service on the holiday. Residential curbside collection for garbage, recycling and yard trash will not be affected by the holiday. The post City of Gainesville observes Veterans Day holiday appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .

Gainesville, FL · 1d

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Florida left voteless in US LBM Coaches Poll after Oklahoma loss

The losses continue to pile up for Florida football, which dropped its second straight game in Week 10 — a 23-7 defeat at the hands of the visiting Oklahoma Sooners. Now 5-4 overall and 3-4 in SEC play, the Gators are simply playing for a chance to earn a bowl berth at this point. Following the humiliating defeat in the Swamp, Sumrall's squad is now voteless in the latest US LBM Coaches Poll after holding the de facto No. 27 ranking with 81 points last week . The last time the Gators were left off the coaches' ballot was in the final edition of the 2025 poll. The SEC's representation among the top 25 remains at eight schools after the demotion of Missouri and the ascension of South Carolina into the mix. Georgia returns to the No. 1 spot in the nation and still headlines the conference, followed by Alabama (No. 7), Texas (No. 8), Tennessee (No. 9), Kentucky (No. 13), Ole Miss (No. 17), LSU (No. 22), and South Carolina (No. 24). Missouri is now the de facto No. 27 team in the rankings with 147 points, while Oklahoma clawed back a pair of votes after its road win.

Gainesville, FL · 15h

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Jacksonville's First Chocolate and Coffee Festival Lands at Prime Osborn Nov. 21-22

Jacksonville is getting its first Chocolate and Coffee Festival this month, with organizers promising two days of tastings, local vendors and a live chocolate sculpting demonstration inside Hall B of the Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center on Nov. 21 and 22. The event, scheduled for 10 a.m. to 5...

Jacksonville, FL · 3d

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Road closures and route for Jacksonville's Veterans Day Parade

Dr. John Lovejoy Jr. , a Vietnam war veteran and retired orthopedic surgeon who even treated prominent politicians, will be the grand marshal for Jacksonville's 2026 Veterans Day Parade . The parade will begin at 11:01 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, with a procession featuring grand marshals, senior military leaders, active-duty and retired military units, veteran organizations, Junior ROTC detachments, high school marching bands and ornamental floats. "Every November, the streets of downtown Jacksonville become a place where generations come together to recognize the service and sacrifices of our military veterans," according to the event's lead sponsor, the law offices of Navy veteran Ron Sholes . "A proud tradition. A grateful community. A day to honor our veterans … celebrate the men and women who have proudly served our nation." The parade was first staged in 2013 and this year is expected to have about 2,500 participants, "It is truly an honor to participate in this meaningful celebration of the brave men and women from our community who have served our country," Mayor Donna Deegan said. "As a proud military town, Jacksonville has a rich Veterans Day tradition and I encourage all our citizens to be a part of it.” Here's

Jacksonville, FL · 1d