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Gainesville police say one escaped inmate will miss the fireworks this Fourth of July. Lake City celebrates Fourth of July with community event. Despite some cloud cover, families tell TV20 they’re just happy to be together celebrating the holiday as a community. New Florida laws expand access to care...

The annual Mission: Bus Brigade school supply drive kicks off in Marion County. At the Marion County Board of County Commissioners meeting the annual Mission: Bus Brigade School Supply Drive kicked off. Dunnellon festival supports Rainbow River cleanup. Updated: 2 hours ago. Dunnellon’s festival was not only about...

The annual Mission: Bus Brigade school supply drive kicks off in Marion County. At the Marion County Board of County Commissioners meeting the annual Mission: Bus Brigade School Supply Drive kicked off. 15-year-old dies in ATV accident in White Springs. Updated: 8 hours ago. An ATV accident in White Springs...

A new Costco that will be situated closer to Marion County than any other location is planning to open its doors in a matter of weeks. According to Villages-News.com, the new Costco will open along Wedgewood Lane in The Villages on August 6. The location in The Villages is 162,000 square feet and will offer...

Juan Pozada Zepeda, 31, of Honduras, and Jose Torres Vazquez, 32, of Mexico, were arrested early this morning after Pozada Zepeda allegedly threatened a patron of The Loft with a gun and Torres Vazquez allegedly punched the victim. The post Pair arrested after nightclub patron said a man threatened him with a gun...

Marion County Fire Rescue responded to a residential structure fire and saves 12 dogs. Two injured in early morning shooting in Lake City. Lake City Police Department responded to a report of a person shot early Saturday morning. Gainesville Police Department investigates teen shooting. Updated: 3 hours ago....

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Gainesville Police Department responded to a shooting early Saturday morning. When officers arrived at 50 SW 1st Street around 2:30 a.m. they found a 17-year-old victim suffering from a gunshot to the thigh. Officers were able to provide aid until Alachua County Fire Rescue arrived and...

Taverous Tywon Lorenza Williams, 27, of Alachua, was arrested in June and charged with raping and stabbing a woman who was sleeping on an empty lot in Alachua in January. The post Alachua man arrested for raping homeless woman appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .

Forget the chain restaurants and make sure your next road trip includes a taste of Old Florida. From salty oyster bars and waterfront fish camps to quirky roadside diners and historic steakhouses, the Sunshine State is packed with restaurants that serve more than just food — they dish out history, charm and a whole...

ALACHUA, Fla. (WCJB) - A large crowd gathered at Legacy Park in the city of Alachua to celebrate the nation’s birthday at the “largest small-town fireworks display.”. Friday night wasn’t just about the celebration. For many families, it was a chance to make memories with the people they love.