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State agents confiscate more than 70 illegal gambling devices in Gadsden County
State agents said they confiscated over 70 illegal gambling devices in Gadsden County. The announcement came Friday from the Florida Gaming Control Commission's Division of Gaming Enforcement. Special agents collected devices, computers, an ATM and an undetermined amount of cash from a storefront at 6766 Florida Georgia Highway, just north of Havana, according to a news release.
Crackdown on Illegal Gambling in Florida: FGCC Takes Action
In a recent move to curb illegal gambling activities, the Florida Gaming Control Commission's Division of Gaming Enforcement executed a search warrant at a facility located just north of Havana. The operation resulted in the confiscation of seventy suspected illegal gambling devices, computers, an ATM, and a significant amount of cash by the special agents involved. The Division of Gaming Enforcement is now actively pursuing criminal charges in connection with the raid.
Special Weather Statement by NWS
Instruction: If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. These storms may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service. A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 900 AM EST/800 AM CST/ for the Panhandle of Florida.
Tornado Warning by NWS
Instruction: TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris. If a tornado or other severe weather is spotted, report it to the National Weather Service or your local nearest law enforcement agency who will send your report. This act may save lives of others in the path of dangerous weather.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning by NWS
Instruction: Remain alert for a possible tornado! Tornadoes can develop quickly from severe thunderstorms. If you spot a tornado go at once into the basement or small central room in a sturdy structure. For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement agency. They will send your report to the National Weather Service office in Tallahassee. A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 AM EST for Big Bend Florida...and southwestern Georgia.
Local man dies in Interstate 10 crash after skidding off roadway in heavy rain
A 25-year-old Quincy man is dead after his SUV hydroplaned off Interstate 10 and hit a tree, the Florida Highway Patrol said Saturday. The driver was traveling east through Saturday's heavy rains around 8:30 a.m. in Gadsden County near mile marker 191. He "failed to reduce speed sufficiently to safely maintain control of the vehicle," an FHP news release said, and he hydroplaned off the roadway.
Police, paramedics unite for innovative training to save more lives in active shootings
Stop the bleeding, save a life — those are the goals first responders are taught to focus on when entering an active shooter scenario. Now, police officers and paramedics are learning how to achieve those goals side by side, with crews from Tallahassee the first to go through training at a new regional law enforcement hub on Monday. ...
Florida High School Boys Basketball Schedule, Live Streams in Gadsden County Today - December 6
Root for your favorite local high school basketball team in Gadsden County, Florida today by tuning in and seeing every play. Info on how to watch all of the high-school action can be located below. Follow high school basketball this season on the NFHS Network! Keep tabs on your family...