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New principal assignments announced for Alachua County Public Schools
2+ hour, 4+ min ago (71+ words) WCJB New principal assignments announced for Alachua County Public Schools Marion County deputies announcing results of operation leading to dozens of child predator arrests New food and entertainment venue coming to Ocala Civil trial over University of Florida College Republicans…...
Stuart Bell voted president by UF Board of Trustees, state confirmation awaits
8+ hour, 46+ min ago (262+ words) GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - The University of Florida has selected a new president. On Wednesday, the Board of Trustees unanimously approved former University of Alabama President Dr. Stuart Bell after interviews and a final vote. TV20s Mistie Webb attended the meeting at…...
Major changes coming to federal student loans
20+ hour, 48+ min ago (73+ words) WCJB Major changes coming to federal student loans US and Iran launch strikes after Trump blames Tehran for helicopter crash Karmelo Anthony convicted in fatal stabbing of 17-year-old rival athlete at track meet "They loved the Lord: Pastor remembers couple…...
Florida Youth Challenge Academy holds final graduation after 25 years
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (208+ words) WCJB STARKE, Fla. " Cadets at the Florida Youth Challenge Academy graduated for the final time as the program closed its doors after 25 years. The Florida National Guard-operated alternative program for youth held its last ceremony for Class 50, the final residential…...
Florida Youth Challenge Academy holds final graduation after 25 years - clipped version
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (63+ words) WCJB Florida Youth Challenge Academy holds final graduation after 25 years - clipped version Alachua County approves sewer project for Archer after decades of complaints Alachua County approves UF golf course development plan Family homelessness resource fair hopes to help those with…...
University of Florida lab works to improve heat management in space environments
1+ day, 11+ hour ago (79+ words) WCJB University of Florida lab works to improve heat management in space environments Gainesville man sentenced for sex crimes against children Alachua County officials say no data-centers can be built under current codes UF College Republicans seek reinstatement in federal…...
UF College Republicans lawsuit over group's dissolution heads to trial
2+ day, 3+ hour ago (79+ words) GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Members of the UF College Republicans will have their lawsuit heard in a two-day bench trial before U. S. District Judge Mark Walker. The group is seeking to stop the University of Florida from disbanding the organization. UF announced…...
TV20s Autumn Dancy teaches a class on hurricane preparedness
2+ day, 8+ hour ago (51+ words) WCJB TV20s Autumn Dancy teaches a class on hurricane preparedness Disney Parks officials thank UF veterinarians for helping Kendi the Rhino Earthquake from Cuba, tremors felt across North Central Florida Our Town takes the stage at the Gainesville Community Playhouse...
Elementary students in Alachua County to receive CPR training
2+ day, 13+ hour ago (117+ words) WCJB GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - The American Heart Association Heart Walk donated 12 CPR training kits to Alachua County Public Schools. Students can familiarize themselves with emergency scenarios at one summer camp session on Tuesday. Students attending Hidden Oak Elementary School's Summer…...
Nashville bathroom attendant finds purpose helping others after jail time
2+ day, 13+ hour ago (255+ words) NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Aging Untold) " Alonzo Cheeks works as a bathroom attendant on Nashville's Broadway, but his impact extends far beyond handing out paper towels. Cheeks, who calls himself "the man in the can," serves patrons at Broadway bars while also…...