With the winds of coronavirus blowing, we’re all in this together
Mar 24, 2020
On Friday, March 13th, 2020, I threw out the window a hard and fast rule I had lived by professionally for almost 35 years… and I […]
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With the winds of coronavirus blowing, we’re all in this together
On Friday, March 13th, 2020, I threw out the window a hard and fast rule I had lived by professionally for almost 35 years… and I […]
Gainesville Fire Rescue team reads to kids via Facebook
Mar 23, 2020
Fire and Life Safety Educator for Gainesville Fire Rescue (GFR) Krista Ott has found a way to reach out to kids during the COVID-19 battle. Ott, […]
In a world of trouble…goodness shines through
Mar 21, 2020
It has been 12 years since Donald LaFontaine passed away. You may not recognize his name, but you would most assuredly know his voice. His was […]
MegaBots founder launches Facebook group to help with COVID-19 medical supply shortage
Mar 21, 2020
Ben Corrado is on a mission. “I have an URGENT need for help from a mechanical engineer to design some 3D printed PAPR (powered air purifying […]
Community Foundation of North Central Florida restructures “Amazing Give” to fund relief efforts for area non-profits
Mar 20, 2020
Today, the Community Foundation of North Central Florida announced the launch of an emergency relief initiative to help sustain area nonprofits taxed by unprecedented strains on […]
Area stores create special shopping time for senior citizens only
Mar 18, 2020
Dollar General Corporation announced plans to dedicate the first hour of each shopping day to senior shoppers, as well as amend store operating hours beginning March […]
Humane Society seeks emergency foster homes and adopters in response to COVID‐19
Mar 18, 2020
The Humane Society of North Central Florida (HSNCF) is monitoring CDC guidelines and complying with all state and local mandates in regards to the outbreak of […]
Local businesses, churches, community organizations reaching out on social media to help families in time of need
Mar 14, 2020
Earth Pets of Gainesville Owners Joy Drawdy and Kat Smith are notifying customers via social media posts that they are happy to deliver any pet supplies […]
When our plans go awry…
Mar 14, 2020
To say the least, this has been an unusual week, containing news that changed the daily routines for every one of us – and not just […]
What does it take to have the heart of a champion?
Mar 11, 2020
There were two standing ovations offered by a crowd of 300 people at the March 10th Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) Heart of Champions Banquet. Don […]
Once upon a time in the forest
Mar 8, 2020
Once upon a time a little acorn fell to the ground. It was a proud little acorn, after all it had been growing way up there […]
Who is the “hidden Jesus” in today’s society?
Mar 8, 2020
A person at church that I admire and respect a great deal reminded me of the importance of prayer and “staying in the word”. I think that term […]
Heading for home
Mar 8, 2020
It’s been a long time coming. Years of fundraising, planning and praying. A congregation that has more than doubled in the last five years is biding […]
Teach me to number my days
Mar 7, 2020
It was true for me over 20 years ago when I wrote the lyrics to a song in anticipation of an upcoming youth retreat. Now, it […]