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Video Suwannee Murders

[Aug 27th 2010] The investigation continues as law enforcement search for the murderers in Suwannee County. Three people were killed on Wednesday in Mc Alpin. They were Joseph Militello, his wife Nancy Militello, and their nephew Angelo Rosales were all found... - read on...

Video Tree Falls on Williston House Part 2

[Aug 27th 2010] A tree fell on a house in Williston on Tuesday. The family escaped with no harm but the house didn't. On Thursday the City of Williston removed the debris from the road when the remaining two branches came crashing down, crushing a shed and hitt... - read on...

Video "Just the Tip of the Iceberg" in Skimmer Case

[Aug 27th 2010] One man finally arrived to the Alachua County Jail today. He is accused of fraud in connection with recently found skimmers throughout the area. Police say this arrest is just the beginning. Luis Orlando Martinezroque arrived early Friday morning ... - read on...

New Bus Route, New Possibilities

[Aug 27th 2010] Gainesville's Regional Transit system introduced two new routes that coincided with the start of UF and Santa Fe College's fall semester. Route 23 runs from the Oaks Mall along Fort Clark Blvd to Santa Fe College. It cycles every fif... - read on...

Weekend Spotlight August 27-29

[Aug 27th 2010] Happy Friday everyone! It's been a bit soggy around North-Central Florida this week....but the weather should cooperate enough for you to be able to get out and have a good time this weekend. The Saturday fun starts early....at 8 am to be exac... - read on...

Video Pinemount Elementary

[Aug 27th 2010] Pinemount Elementary School in Columbia county is gearing up for another great year. After just completing their first year, the state of Florida gave the new school an "A" grade. Receiving an "A" in their first year of opening is a huge accom... - read on...

Video Salvation Army

[Aug 26th 2010] The Salvation Army is having to defend themselves after they say someone started a rumor about them. Like many organizations The Salvation Army offers shelter, clothes, social service programs and holiday assistance to those in need. They se... - read on...

Video Yearling Horse Sale Makes Over $8 Million

[Aug 26th 2010] Today was the last day for hundreds of young horses to strut their stuff in Ocala- with bidders standing by. Horses are a familiar sight in Ocala; a city designated as the horse capital of the world. In the last three days about 600 year... - read on...

Video 20 years later...UF Memorial for Gainesville Murders

[Aug 26th 2010] There was a memorial held at the University of Florida today to honor the five students murdered in 1990 and even after 20 years, the event was tinged with tears. Family and friends of Christina Powell, Sonja Larson, Christa Hoyt, Manuel T... - read on...

Video Remembering 1990

[Aug 26th 2010] For some, the memories are still fresh and the pain still raw, two decades after the Gainesville student murders. - read on...

Video Main Street Construction Update

[Aug 26th 2010] As construction creeps up Main Street to downtown, drivers will have more headaches visiting stores and restaurants. The project started last year and the final phase is expected to be completed spring, 2011. Main Street is closed from fifth... - read on...

Video Three Found Shot in Suwannee County

[Aug 26th 2010] Three people were found shot to death today in Suwannee County, it what appears to be a triple-murder. An employee coming to work at a local scrap metal business found the three people. A husband, wife wife and their nephew were all found t... - read on...

Video Truck Saves Massive Tree From Crushing House in Williston

[Aug 25th 2010] An elderly couple from Williston was awakened by a piece of history coming through their roof. Their neighbor Sasha Meeks said, "It sounded like the world was coming to an end if you want to know the truth of it." The commotion was ... - read on...

Video Low Voter Turn Out

[Aug 25th 2010] Major decisions were made by a minority of voters in Florida's primary election-- less than one third of registered voters cast ballots across North Central Florida. In Alachua County only about 22% of people eligible to vote exercised their ... - read on...

Video Longer Day at School

[Aug 25th 2010] It's a 700-million dollar boost to Florida's pubic schools, but educators aren't getting too excited just yet. Florida is one of nine states set to receive a piece of a $4 billion federal, "Race to the Top" grant. However, educators say the mo... - read on...

Veteran Alachua County Commissioner Wins Nomination Bid

[Aug 24th 2010] Despite some serious competition this time around, a veteran Alachua County Commissioner moves forward. District 2 Alachua County Commissioner Lee Pinkoson won the Democratic nomination on Tuesday. He faced opposition from Gainesville City Commiss... - read on...

Keith Perry Is The District 22 GOP Nominee

[Aug 24th 2010] Florida House District 22 contender Keith Perry was declared the winner. Potentially filling representative Larry Cretul's old seat. Voters cast their ballots in Alachua, Marion and Levy counties. Perry beat out contenders Remzey Samarrai a... - read on...

Video Primary Election

[Aug 24th 2010] Voters are letting their voices be heard on election day. - read on...

Video Levy County SpringBoard

[Aug 24th 2010] The start of a new school year in Levy County means the beginning of their new program. Starting this year, schools in Levy County will be using a new curriculum called SpringBoard. It will become a part of Language Arts classes for students ... - read on...

Video Local teen get's an early start in politics...

[Aug 24th 2010] She wasn't on your primary ballot today, but you should probably look for Joanne Flinn in a few years because she's getting an early start in civil service. She may look like a typical 18 year old, but she has big plans for public office ... - read on...

North Central Florida Primary Election Races

[Aug 24th 2010] ALACHUA COUNTY Co. Commission District 2 Jack Donovan (DEM) 8360 46.23% Lee Pinkoson (DEM) 9722 53.77% School Board District 1 Bonnie K. Burgess 4068 13.56% April Griffin 11731 39.10% Felecia F. Moss 2272 7.57% Rick Nesbit 9803 3... - read on...

Child Abuse Cases In Levy County

[Aug 23rd 2010] Levy County Sheriff's deputies have made several arrest over the past few weeks in child abuse cases. David Knutson and Cathy Speer of Bronson were arrested on August 16th for child neglect. Their home was in deplorable living conditions and... - read on...

Video Student Rental Rules

[Aug 23rd 2010] The college students are back in town, bringing plenty of activity along with them. But, the extra commotion isn't always appreciated by their neighbors. That's why each Fall the University of Florida partners with the Gainesville Polic... - read on...

Video Neighborhood Gangs in Gainesville

[Aug 23rd 2010] A Gainesville teenager should have returned to school today. However, he spent the day with doctors who were assessing his injuries. The injuries are the result of a weekend gang attack. Police and family say the 17 year old tried to avoid the you... - read on...

Video Somber Anniversary Nears - The Gainesville Murders

[Aug 22nd 2010] Nearly 20 years have passed since 5 college students were killed in Gainesville. The tragedy would become known as the Gainesville Murders. Following the news, fear spread throughout the community. Danny Rolling was executed in 2006 for the crimes... - read on...

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