Country Kitchen in Newberry to close Dec. 29
Dec 24, 2020
Country Kitchen owner Lajuanna Jones’ favorite order to serve up is a concoction she calls Tony’s Slop. It’s a combination of a choice of meat, hash […]
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Country Kitchen in Newberry to close Dec. 29
Country Kitchen owner Lajuanna Jones’ favorite order to serve up is a concoction she calls Tony’s Slop. It’s a combination of a choice of meat, hash […]
The gift of memories is right at your fingertips
Dec 23, 2020
If you click on your photo library and start scrolling through the images, it probably won’t take long to see a reminder that 2020 was a […]
Marion County Sheriff’s Office keeps “Shop with a Cop” alive in 2020
Dec 22, 2020
Some things are pandemic-proof. The deputies at the Marion County Sheriff’s Office kept alive its “Shop with a Cop” tradition last Thursday by purchasing gifts for […]
Alachua police keep “Shop with a Cop” alive in 2020
Dec 21, 2020
Some traditions are pandemic-proof. The officers at the Alachua Police Department kept alive its “Shop with a Cop” tradition this weekend by purchasing gifts for kids, […]
A brief stroll will lead you to namesake visitors of Manatee Springs State Park
Dec 16, 2020
A few months ago, the 800 feet of boardwalk leading out to the Suwannee River lookout pavilion at Manatee Springs State Park were off limits. But […]
November’s good news: No drought conditions, aquifer in high ranges
Dec 15, 2020
An extreme range of dry conditions in inland counties to very wet coastal counties in October demonstrated how fickle Florida’s seasonal rainfall patterns can be — […]
High Springs Downtown Holiday Shop & Art Walk coming this weekend
Dec 14, 2020
Downtown High Springs merchants will present the 2020 Holiday Shop & Art Walk on Saturday, December 19th from 11am to 6pm throughout historic downtown High Springs. […]
Singer Daryl Mosley to appear at Oak Dale Baptist Church in Newberry on Sunday
Dec 11, 2020
Singer songwriter Daryl Mosley kicks off his first tour since releasing his first solo album “The Secret of Life” on Pinecastle Records with a performance at […]
Mayor Marlowe announces first annual Newberry Christmas Lights Contest
Dec 10, 2020
Listen up, Christmas decorating fanatics, I am proud to announce the first annual Christmas Lights Contest! Here is how it will work: over the next two […]
Santa Fe Teaching Zoo asks visitors to ‘Protect Our Flock’
Dec 9, 2020
The Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo is welcoming visitors from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. every day except holidays, but asks that visitors keep in mind […]
What’s Good? Alachua County Visitors and Convention Bureau wins the “Henry Award”
Dec 4, 2020
Alachua County is pleased to announce that the Alachua County Visitors and Convention Bureau (VCB) “What’s Good” weekly event guide received the state’s highest honor, the […]
High Springs, Lake City ranked as top 10 healthy housing markets in Florida
Dec 3, 2020
It’s been challenging, but the real estate market in Alachua County and all of North Central Florida has remained stable despite a pandemic that is now […]
All Aboard: Kirby Farm Christmas Train ride brings on the joy when we need it most
Dec 1, 2020
Hot cocoa, a vintage Ferris wheel, busy elves wrapping gifts, wafts of steam rising above a 100-year-old locomotive, boiled peanuts, fresh made cotton candy, a magic […]
COVID -19 Quarantine postpones Chief Theatre opening of Robin Hood and His Merry Men
Nov 30, 2020
The Chief Theatre was scheduled to re-open December 4th with the live production of Robin Hood and His Merry Men. Unfortunately, in these uncertain times, the […]
The Chief Theatre presents Robin Hood and His Merry Men
Nov 28, 2020
The Chief Theatre has had a long struggle since its doors were forced to close in March 2020 due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. Thanks to […]
City of Newberry recognizes Dudley Farm as it nears landmark status
Nov 26, 2020
The Newberry City Commission announced at the Nov. 23rd meeting that it wants to support Dudley Farm Historic State Park as it nears being named a […]
Meteorologist Jeff Huffman to make cameo appearance in local play
Nov 26, 2020
Gainesville Playwright Michael Presley Bobbitt calls it a Thanksgiving miracle. Bobbitt commented on his Facebook page that he made a request for WUFT and Florida […]
Tiny homes neighborhood coming to Newberry?
Nov 24, 2020
Newberry commissioners are in favor of exploring a new ordinance that would welcome tiny homes to the neighborhood. By definition, a tiny home is 120 to […]
Disney World brings back park hopping Jan. 1st
Nov 20, 2020
Walt Disney World announced on Nov. 20th that park hopping will start again on Jan. 1st, 2021. According to the official Disney Parks Blog, “Starting Jan. […]
Call to Artists: Alachua County Agricultural & Equestrian Center wants an outdoor sculpture
Nov 16, 2020
Alachua County is advertising a Call-to-Artists for an outdoor sculpture for Alachua County Agricultural & Equestrian Center. Submittals are due to Alachua County Procurement by Wednesday, January 13, […]
The most magical time of year begins this month at Disney with new entertainment experiences, special dining options and more
Nov 14, 2020
LAKE BUENA VISTA – A reimagined holiday celebration will begin Nov. 6, 2020, at Walt Disney World Resort, with the four theme parks, Disney Springs and Disney […]
Rainy October in coastal areas while inland counties were dry
Nov 13, 2020
An extreme range of dry conditions in inland counties to very wet coastal counties in October demonstrated how fickle Florida’s seasonal rainfall patterns can be — […]
All-Country All-Christmas: 106.9 Helps Listeners Get in the Holiday Spirit
Nov 12, 2020
There will be a lot of dancing and crooning in the kitchen this Thanksgiving when country music lovers tune in to 106.9 FM for all-country, all-Christmas […]
‘A Cedar Key Christmas’ and ‘A Tuna Christmas’ take to the stage in December
Nov 10, 2020
Tis the season and the season will be on two stages in Alachua County starting on Dec. 4th. The Gainesville Community Playhouse will host Michael Presley Bobbit’s A […]