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Gainesville Cohousing looking for young families to fill spots
By Carla Vianna | Feb. 26, 2015Twenty-four homes. One common living room.
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Dori foundation hosts event to warn against drunken driving
By EMILY COCHRANE< | Feb. 26, 2015Jim Rocca fought back tears as he spoke about his son in prison on Thursday.
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Gainesville native, ‘Walking Dead’ actor to perform at The Jam to benefit cancer patients
By Jacob Braun | Feb. 26, 2015A Gainesville native and actor is giving back to cancer patients at an upcoming show.
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CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Two men arrested, charged with using counterfeit $50 bills
By EMILY COCHRANE< | Feb. 26, 2015Gainesville Police arrested a man early Thursday after he reportedly tried to use a counterfeit bill and had a crack pipe.
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University Police investigating death of student on campus
By EMILY COCHRANE< | Feb. 25, 2015University Police is investigating the death of a UF student that occurred in Mallory Hall on Wednesday morning.
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CITY COUNTY COMMISSION
Don't underestimate local politics
Feb. 25, 2015Former House Speaker Tip O’Neill often said that “all politics is local.” This is an incredibly true statement, even in Alachua County. When a politician can tap into the needs and wants of his constituents, magic happens.
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CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Local police could charge those passing over DUI checkpoints
By EMILY COCHRANE< | Feb. 24, 2015Though a Florida attorney is pushing drivers to keep their windows up during a drunk-driving checkpoint, you would probably be charged doing so in Gainesville.
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Local moving service expanding
By Laura Cardona | Feb. 24, 2015Joshua Everling always wanted to find a job that did not interfere with school.
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CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Police: Florida man crashes into car after inhaling computer dusters
By EMILY COCHRANE< | Feb. 24, 2015Gainesville Police arrested a man Monday evening after he reportedly got high off computer dusters and crashed into a car.
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Santa Fe proposes expansion to RTS routes for student benefit
By Hunter Williamson | Feb. 23, 2015Santa Fe College proposed a number of changes to the Regional Transit System that will reduce travel time and alter routes.
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Gypsy Palace to close doors after almost 14 years of business
By Conor Soper | Feb. 23, 2015After more than a decade of business, Gypsy Palace is closing.
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CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Gainesville officer in stable condition after man crashes into car
By EMILY COCHRANE< | Feb. 23, 2015A Gainesville Police officer is in stable condition after a man reportedly crashed into his patrol car Sunday.
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BUSINESS
The Internet, other research options make for savvier shoppers
By Justin Ross | Feb. 23, 2015While the rise of the Internet has empowered customers, businesses have had to modify how they interact with consumers to fit the trend.
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Active Streets brings community together for an afternoon
By Ansley Pentz | Feb. 22, 2015Aedyn Martinez balanced on his child-sized skateboard, pulled his hands up and hurdled down University Avenue on Sunday.
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UF professor working to eradicate Australian mosquito species
By Glenn Kennelly | Feb. 22, 2015A UF scientist will travel to Australia in March to help fight against invasive mosquito species that carry threats of disease.
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Local brewery now first in state powered by sun
By Carla Vianna | Feb. 22, 2015Swamp Head Brewery is now using Florida’s sunshine to power its brand new brew house.
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Business owners: Without incentives, Florida solar energy won’t grow
By Giuseppe Sabella | Feb. 22, 2015Solar power is booming in America, but a lack of solar-incentives may hold Florida back.
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CITY COUNTY COMMISSION
Commission: ban on drugs, wider 8th Avenue sidewalks
By Emily Cardinali | Feb. 22, 2015Gainesville City Commission advanced both a ban on synthetic drugs and a plan for pedestrian access to Northwest Eighth Avenue during Thursday’s meeting.
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Read Local event brings area authors together to share the Gainesville love
By Eric Heubusch | Feb. 22, 2015Local artists gathered at the Civic Media Center on Saturday to share their writing.
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IFAS Study: Muscadine wine may have health benefits
By Sophia Karnegis | Feb. 22, 2015A study has linked potential health benefits to the consumption of red wine made from native grapes.
