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Alachua County community raises reading gap concerns during superintendent search

Parents and teachers in Alachua County asked whether every student is getting the support they need in the classroom as school board members search for their next superintendent.

Alachua County, FL · 3d

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Veterans event renamed in honor of local hero

When the phrase “freedom isn’t free” is heard, the relatives of Interlachen’s Robert H. Jenkins Jr. resonate with it to a different degree than many other families. Jenkins, who has been celebrated as a Putnam County hero, died March 5, 1969, when he threw himself on a live grenade while serving as a Marine in the Vietnam War.

Interlachen, FL · 4d

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Ocala, Marion County officials proclaim Nov. 14 as ‘Put Down the Phone Day’

Local leaders across Ocala and Marion County have officially proclaimed Saturday, Nov. 14, as “Look Up Marion, Put Down the Phone Day,” urging residents to disconnect from screens and engage in quality, face-to-face time with family and friends. On Tuesday, Nov. 3, the Marion County Board of County...

Ocala, FL · 5d

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Phase two of Archer-Newberry wastewater project begins

NEWBERRY, Fla. (WCJB) — Phase two of a regional wastewater project in western Alachua County is underway, with crews beginning work on a major lift station and more infrastructure. Phase one of the regional wastewater project is complete. It connects Archer’s system to Newberry’s new treatment facility.

Newberry, FL · 4d

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Gilchrist County passes ballot measure to fund emergency fire rescue services

Gilchrist County had its own charter amendment on the ballot this November — for emergency fire rescue services. It passed Tuesday, with 62.52% of the vote. The amendment would add a one-cent sales tax to anything bought in Gilchrist County. The vice chair of the county commission tells WUFT this tax would affect all purchases made within the county. They are concerned about the controversial Amendment 3, which also passed Tuesday.

Gilchrist County, FL · 3d

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Ocklawaha River Raid returns to bring local history to life

OCKLAWAHA, FL (352today.com) – The 1st Brigade, PACS Inc. is hosting another year of living history at the Florida Horse Park, 11008 S. HWY 475, Ocala. The 42nd Annual Ocklawaha River Raid Civil War Re-enactment Living History Weekend will be hosted Saturday-Sunday, Nov. 7-8, 2026, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Ocala, FL · 4d

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Marion County sees 60.8% voter turnout as locals fill school board seats, approve property tax changes

Marion County voter turnout reached 60.8% in Tuesday’s general election, as 164,944 residents decided school board runoffs, overwhelmingly passed two countywide referendums for parks and schools, and delivered decisive victories for Republican candidates in statewide races. According to final unofficial election night results released by the Marion County Supervisor...

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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County Closings and Waste Collection for Veterans Day

In observance of Veterans Day, most Alachua County offices will be closed on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026, with the exception of emergency services, Leveda Brown Environmental Park and the Hazardous Waste Collection Center. The Veterans Day holiday will not affect residential curbside collection service for solid waste, recycling, and yard...

Alachua, FL · 5d

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Gainesville’s strolling business and restaurant district The Streatery opens Nov. 6

GAINESVILLE, FL (352today.com) – Two blocks of downtown Gainesville that have undergone a major transformation over the past two years will be officially unveiled as The Streatery on Friday, November 6, 2026. The project, a sort of experiment to convert a small region of downtown into a walkable dining,...

Gainesville, FL · 5d

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Gainesville Commissioner to Hold More Sunshine Meetings This Week

Gainesville City Commissioner Desmon Duncan-Walker will continue holding Sunshine meetings this week where she meets with one other commissioner and staff department leaders. Duncan-Walker says that some employees fear retaliation for reporting their concerns to the city's Department of Human Resources and the Office of Equal Opportunity (formerly the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion).

Gainesville, FL · 4d

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Marion County voters choose school board members in Districts 4 and 5

OCALA, Fla. (WCJB) — Marion County voters on Tuesday are choosing who will serve in District 4 and District 5 on the school board. In District 4, Michael Mills and Brigitte Smith are running for the seat now held by Nancy Thrower. Thrower, the incumbent, is not running again. In District 5, incumbent Sarah James faces challenger Donald Barber.

Marion County, FL · 5d

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Election Results: Marshall Rawson takes Florida District 10 House representative race

Marshall Rawson defeated Merrillee Malwitz-Jipson by 36.4 percentage points in the race to represent the Florida House’s 10th District. Called shortly after 8:30 p.m., Rawson ended the race with a little under 43,000 votes; Malwitz-Jipson finished with just under 20,000. Rawson thanked his supporters via a post on X,...

Florida · 5d

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The Streatery grand opening celebration set for Nov. 6

City of Gainesville officials invite neighbors and visitors to celebrate the grand opening of The Streatery, the newly reconstructed pedestrian-friendly street in downtown Gainesville, 5-11 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 6. The post The Streatery grand opening celebration set for Nov. 6 appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .

Gainesville, FL · 5d

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352 WEEKEND EVENT TOP PICKS NOV. 6-8: Art, music, theater and fall fun

OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Artistry, music and festivals are coming together for a full weekend of exciting celebrations across the community. Here are the top pick events in the 352. FRIDAY, NOV. 6. First Friday Art Walk. What: Support local artisans while exploring plenty of art, music, and performance...

Ocala, FL · 3d

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Environmental Activists Seek to Save Trees Near Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Encourage Others to Speak at UF LVL Committee Meeting

Tomorrow morning, environmental activists organized by Friends of Natural Areas (FNA) intend to speak at the University of Florida Lakes, Vegetation and Landscaping (UF LVL) committee meeting. FNA is relatively new as an organization. The group seeks to defend UF campus from environmental destruction. UF LVL will discuss a project...

Gainesville, FL · 5d

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School Board hears from teachers, discusses state audit, approves math coaches

At the November 2 meeting, the School Board of Alachua County recognized Tina Certain at her last meeting, heard from teachers and the union about new initiatives, reviewed an audit that could cost the district over $300,000, and approved math coaches for Rawlings and Williams elementary schools. The post School Board hears from teachers, discusses state audit, approves math coaches appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .

Alachua County, FL · 4d

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Florida live midterm election results: Alachua, Dixie, Gilchrist, Levy, Marion counties

ORLANDO, Fla. - LIVE ELECTION COVERAGE | Watch FOX 35 News in the video player above for live midterm election coverage, live election results for U.S. Senate, House of Representatives, and Florida state and local races, including three amendments. When are election results released?. Polls in Florida are open from...

Florida · 5d

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Marion County commissioners approve amendment to interlocal agreement for medical examiner services

OCALA, FL (352Today.com) – At its regular biweekly meeting on Tuesday, Marion County commissioners approved a housekeeping change to a multi-county deal that shares the cost of medical examiner services, aligning the written agreement with how the office has already been operating. On November 3, 2026, the Board of...

Marion County, FL · 5d

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Starke city commission advances plan to limit mayor's authority

Starke city commissioners have approved the first reading last month of an ordinance that would place limits on the authority of the mayor. The decision comes after voters approved a new charter in a mid-August referendum that will redefine city officials’ roles. According to city commissioners, the ordinance would remove the mayor’s power to fire or suspend city officers. It would also remove the mayor’s authority to appoint special officers and give orders to police.

Starke, FL · 3d