Gainesville man arrested for threatening to kill girlfriend’s roommate
Terrence Demar Smith, 40, was arrested yesterday and charged with threatening to kill his girlfriend's roommate; he was also booked on a warrant from a 2022 incident in which he allegedly choked and stomped on a girlfriend. The post Gainesville man arrested for threatening to kill girlfriend’s roommate appeared...
3 injured in Marion County shooting, deputies say
MARION COUNTY, Fla. – Three people were taken to the hospital after being shot in Marion County on Sunday afternoon, according to the sheriff’s office. Deputies said they responded to the 2800 block of NW 90th Street in Ocala around 5:30 p.m. According to the sheriff’s office, all...
Florida–Georgia – Freeze Watch: Sub-Freezing Temps Expected; Could Drop to 22° by Tuesday Morning
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Jacksonville, FL – Residents across northeast Florida are being urged to prepare for a significant cold snap as a Freeze Watch remains in effect from late Monday night through Tuesday morning, with...
Nestled Between Orlando And Gainesville Is Florida’s Affordable Town With Golf Courses And Peaceful...
Many travel experts are choosing the state of Florida as America's best affordable getaway for good reason. But if you've already done the tourist trails in Miami and Orlando (or just want to discover a new destination), Lady Lake provides a scenic getaway far from the overcrowded attractions. Situated in Lake...
Mostly cloudy, cooler Saturday in Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – After reaching 78 degrees in Jacksonville on Friday, Saturday’s highs will stay in the “normal” range. As a mild front sticks around throughout the day, Sunday could bring record-tying/breaking highs. A foggy start for some will burn off by 9 a.m., leaving behind...
Longest Table Event caps UF’s 2026 MLK Celebration
The smell of barbecue and the sound of jazz music greeted those who walked by the University of Florida’s Honors Village lawn on Friday night. UF’s Office of Community & Belonging, directed by the Division of Student Life, hosted the Longest Table Event. It was open and free for all UF students, staff, faculty and...
Alachua County, FL – Crime Alert: Traffic Stop Leads to Federal Gun Conviction
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Gainesville, FL – A routine traffic stop in Gainesville has led to a federal firearms conviction, highlighting the ongoing collaboration between local deputies and federal authorities to remove illegal guns...
Elderly person, deputy attacked by dog in Alachua County
ALACHUA COUNTY, Fla. (WCJB) - A dog attacked an elderly person in northwest Alachua County Saturday night and then attacked a deputy who responded to help. They say that the elderly person was in critical condition after the attack, which occurred around 7 p.m. Alachua County deputies and High Springs...
Single-vehicle crash causes roadblock in Hawthorne
HAWTHORNE, Fla. (WCJB) - Alachua County Sheriff’s deputies and Alachua County Fire Rescue responded to a single-vehicle crash Saturday morning at the 13400 block of Southeast Hawthorne Road. Deputies say the driver crashed and the vehicle rolled over, causing the eastbound lanes to be closed. The driver and only...
Post-Competition Equine Collapse at Rocking Horse Winter I H.T.
Post-Competition Equine Collapse at Rocking Horse ... Harper was attended by the onsite veterinarian and transported to the University of Florida Veterinary Hospital for necropsy. Our thoughts are with Cindy and all who knew Harper. Thinking Big Picture with RevitaVet USEA Young Rider of the Year Meg Pellegrini. For...
