More than 1,700 lethal doses of fentanyl seized in Gainesville, deputies say
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - A traffic stop in the 2500 block of Southwest 23rd Terrace in Gainesville led to the seizure of more than 1,700 deadly doses of fentanyl, according to the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies say they pulled over 66-year-old Derrick Washington on Wednesday for a traffic...
Near record cold possible across Central Florida next week
A strong cold front will sink into Florida late Sunday and into Monday morning, bringing well below normal temperatures for the first half of next week. Tuesday and Wednesday morning will be in the 30s and 40s. It will warm up again for the second half of next week. A...
Ocala business man purchases $7 million property along SW College Rd
An Ocala businessman has purchased approximately 21 acres of vacant land along SW College Road/State Road 200 for $7 million. Arterra Highway 200 LLC purchased the property from Ocala Alvarez, LLC, on October 21, according to a deed filed with the Marion County Clerk of Courts. State corporate records show...
Don’t feel like cooking for Thanksgiving? These restaurants are open in Gainesville
If you don't feel like cooking this Thanksgiving or you just need a little help, there are plenty of restaurants in and around Gainesville open before and during the holiday to help make a memorable feast for you and your family. The Clock 352-375-1411 The Clock Restaurant , 2010 N. Main St., Gainesville, will open...
North Central Florida businesses starting donations drives to benefit Toys for Tots
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Businesses in North Central Florida are starting donation drives to benefit Toys for Tots. At Winn-Dixie stores in Alachua and Marion counties, you can round up your grocery bill. All proceeds go directly to support the organization, which provides gifts to families in need. They’re...
Summerfield man arrested after allegedly knocking out brother’s front tooth
A Summerfield man was arrested for battery after allegedly knocking his brother’s tooth out during an argument with his girlfriend. A deputy responded to a battery involving 41-year-old Ortelio Lazaro Alfonso and his brother at an undisclosed mobile home around 5:40 p.m. Monday, according to an arrest report from the...
Gainesville co-respondents program provides mental health services as alternative to jail time
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - People who battle mental illnesses or substance abuse are getting the help they need thanks to the Gainesville Police Department and the Meridian Healthcare co-respondents program. Whether it’s a diagnosis, medication adjustment or a stabilization, these co-responders are on-call and drive...
Q&A: North central Florida gets its first mobile occupational therapy service
Four months ago, 35-year-old Katy Alexander tirelessly searched Facebook Marketplace for the perfect vehicle: an old bus. This would soon become her pride and joy, and from October 31, her full time job. As an occupational therapist in the Marion County public school district for the past 10 years, Alexander sensed...
Cotton Club Museum to host ‘Brunch & Brass’ fundraiser on Saturday
The Cotton Club Museum will host a “Brunch & Brass” fundraiser on Saturday, with proceeds benefiting the restoration of the Perryman Grocery Store. This event will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at 837 SE 7th Ave. in Gainesville. Tickets for the luncheon are $125 and will feature Southern fare, a mimosa bar...
Alachua County, FL – Suspect in Newberry Rd. Foot Pursuit Taken Into Custody
Gainesville, FL – A heavy law enforcement presence was reported Wednesday evening in Alachua County after a foot pursuit involving the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP). The incident occurred in the area of West Newberry Road and NW 75th Street, according to the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities said...
