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Branford softball team ready to “return the favor” to Liberty County
BRANFORD, FL (WCJB): No one wanted a second chance at a state title than the Branford softball team. This year they bring along a more resilient and older mindset to Clermont and against Liberty County. Throughout the season, the Lady Bucs (23-6) were challenged multiple times against Williston and rival...
Man accused of beating person unconscious with glass bottle at Lake City gas station
LAKE CITY, Fla. — A man is facing battery charges after a person was found unconscious at a gas station Sunday night, according to the Lake City Police Department. Around 8:45 p.m. Sunday, officers responded to the Marathon gas station on 3586 W. US Highway 90 regarding an active fight.
FHP: 22-year-old man from St. Augustine dies in crash in Suwannee County
ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. — A 22-year-old man from St. Augustine died in a crash in Suwannee County Wednesday morning, according to Florida Highway Patrol. FHP says on Wednesday at 11 a.m., the St. Augustine man was traveling east on County Road 248 in a 2022 Toyota Camry. At the same time, a 39-year-old man from Branford was traveling north on County Road 49 in a 2013 Volvo, FHP's crash report states.
Jasper city officials look to upgrade local parks
Jasper city administrators have approved further investment into the development of its city parks. At their May 7 meeting, the Jasper City Xouncil agreed to additional funding for the ongoing reconditioning of Memorial Park, Trotter Field and Fowler Field. In April, two meetings were held to discuss further development of...
Officials of two North Central Florida Counties release plans for storm cleanup
LAKE CITY, Fla. (WCJB) - Following last week’s severe weather, officials with two North Central Counties are releasing their plans for cleanup. In Columbia County, crews will start picking up debris caused by the storm on Sunday, May. 26. If you prefer to transport your own storm debris, you...
Stolen Car Recovered, Suspect Apprehended in Suwannee County
Suwannee County, FLa - A stolen vehicle was swiftly recovered and a suspect apprehended thanks to the quick thinking and collaborative efforts of the Suwannee County Sheriff's Office (SCSO) and the Kissimmee Police Department. On May 16th, the SCSO Communications Center received a report of a stolen vehicle from the...
Live Oak Police investigating deadly Monday morning shooting
LIVE OAK, Fla. (WCTV) - Live Oak Police are investigating a homicide after a person died in Live Oak early Monday morning. Police said officers were called to reports of shots fired in the 800 block of 9th Street around 12:30 a.m. Monday. Officers found a person with an apparent gunshot wound in front of 802 9th St.
The Week Ahead: Your stories to look out for in North Central Florida
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - On Monday, Lake City City Council members vote on a contract for new city manager Don Rosenthal. Its open ended and calls for a salary of $165,000, a healthy increase of $15,000 over the last city manager. Florida Realtors release home sales numbers for April on...
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