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Siesta Key Beach, Anna Maria Island Named Best Beaches in Florida by U.S. News & World Report
Siesta Key Beach and Anna Maria Island are home to the No. 1 and No. 2 Best Beaches in Florida, according to a new list by U.S. News & World Report. To come up with the rankings, the U.S. News says it factored in reader votes, aesthetics, atmosphere and convenience.
'It definitely ramps up:' Local Fire Rescue departments see an increase in heat-related illness call
With summer in full swing, our First Alert Weather team has seen some above-average temperatures making the hot days feel hotter. This summer has been two degrees above average for June and July, so far.
Gainesville commissioners consider changes to single-family zoning lot sizes, setbacks
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB)—Gainesville commissioners are moving forward with a proposal to reduce the minimum lot size requirement. Commissioners Ed Book, Desmond Duncan Walker, and Cynthia Chestnut voted against the proposal. Lots within the city could be designated for smaller, closer-together houses. The goal is to build more affordable homes....
Lifeguard and Off-Duty Firefighters Save Woman From Drowning
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Four off-duty firefighters and a lifeguard helped save a woman from a near-drowning at Camp Kulaqua in High Springs. Lieutenant Kim Wilson, firefighter Chris Tatum, Chief Joe Peters, Captain Kevin Pearson, and lifeguard Ben Bache jumped into action when the woman had a medical emergency causing her to almost drown.
Outstanding Service In Real Estate
The Gainesville-Alachua County Association of REALTORS® (GACAR) envisions itself as the leading voice for real estate in Alachua County and this vision is made possible through the commitment of its members. This past spring, GACAR celebrated the outstanding contributions of five individuals, presenting them with special awards to honor their dedicated service, which has been beneficial to advancing GACAR’s mission of enhancing its members’ professionalism through high-quality education, cutting-edge technology, effective advocacy and other valuable resources. Keep reading to learn about each recipient and their unique awards.
Numbers Dollars and Cents: Communities
Gainesville ranks No. 2 in the state and No. 14 in the nation for the most minority businesses in a small metropolitan area. University of Florida: A record 413 student-athletes obtained a 3.0 or better grade point average in spring 2024. Alachua County Public Schools:. There are 28,964 students in...
Driven with Purpose, Leading with Love
Episcopal Children’s Services New President and CEO Dr. Natalya Bannister Roby. Fifteen years ago, Dr. Natalya Bannister Roby came home from volunteering at the Boys and Girls Club of North Central Florida and threw her law school applications in the trash. The college senior always planned to become an attorney, but a conversation with a 6-year-old changed her mind and the trajectory of her career.
Power through July, aka National Blueberry Month
As we celebrate National Blueberry Month in July, a University of Florida dietitian says the fruit could be called “power berries.”. “Blueberries have fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, manganese and potassium, and they have some of the highest antioxidant levels of all the common fruits and vegetables,” said Andrea Nikolai, the family and consumer sciences agent for UF/IFAS Extension Polk County. “Consuming blueberries has also been linked to improved memory and slower rates of cognitive decline.”
Billy Napier addresses Cormani McClain's status after rumors spread
Billy Napier says that a rumor making the rounds on social media about a notable Florida addition out of the transfer portal is not accurate. Napier was asked about Cormani McClain on Wednesday when meeting with reporters at SEC Media Days. An X account focusing on recruits from Polk County, Florida, an area that includes McClain’s native Lakeland, stated earlier this week that the former 5-star recruit was dismissed from the program before playing a down for the Gators.
Who is Diane Evans? RNC 'everyday Americans' include Florida real estate agent, Trumpette
Speakers at the 2024 Republican National Convention have included governors, senators, members of Congress and celebrities. But each night the RNC also has included what it has called "Everyday Americans" to tell their stories of how they were hurt by the Biden administration or helped or inspired by former President Donald Trump. Thursday...
‘Crash and burn:’ The epidemic of uninsured drivers affecting your Florida car insurance
Uninsured drivers on Florida and Jacksonville’s roadways are affecting your car insurance premiums and leaving those who sometimes only have the state minimum requirements for insurance, paying thousands of dollars out of pocket for the damages in a crash, according to an Action News Jax investigation.
Roberto Alonso joins the Greater Florida Consortium of School Boards
Roberto Alonso was elected to the Greater Florida Consortium of School Boards. Alonso, of Miami Lakes, became secretary and treasurer of the organization, which chose him in June during its meeting in Tampa. Locally, Alonso represents District 4 of the Miami Dade County Public Schools Board. The GFCSB develops a...
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