Homeless pair arrested for misusing 911 during suspicious vehicle investigation
Jared Matthew Hale, 42, and Lauren Lee Langlois, 38, were arrested early this morning after they allegedly called 911 while deputies were ordering them to get out of their car. The post Homeless pair arrested for misusing 911 during suspicious vehicle investigation appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .
Waldo woman arrested for leaving 5-year-olds sleeping in shed
Sabine Thrift, 59, was arrested early this morning for allegedly leaving two five-year-old girls sleeping in a shed without electricity or water. The post Waldo woman arrested for leaving 5-year-olds sleeping in shed appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .
County-by-county list of where to celebrate the 4th with fireworks around Northeast Florida, Southeast...
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Fourth of July is next week, and Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia are offering various festivities for you and the family to attend. There are parades, walks, festivals and of course fireworks. Check out your county and learn about events that you’ll be able to attend.
Meet Bella: Your sweet, star-spangled sidekick
OCALA, FL (352today.com) – If you could describe your ideal dog, you would probably use words like “loving, loyal, obedient, and smart.” That’s exactly what you’ll find in Bella, a 1-year-old mixed breed currently available for adoption at the Humane Society of Marion County (HSMC).
Alachua County Public Schools unveils new websites and new direct messaging system
Alachua County Public Schools will be rolling out several new communications tools this summer to better connect with families, staff, students, and the community. The post Alachua County Public Schools unveils new websites and new direct messaging system appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .
Clay County announces July Fourth trash collection changes
Normal collection schedules will resume on Monday, July 8.
North Central Florida locations to celebrate July 4th
Multiple Fourth of July celebrations are on tap next weekend in North Central Florida. From Starke to Cedar Key, communities are set for parades, music and fireworks to mark the 250th anniversary of the birth of America’s independence. Here’s a list of events that are planned in chronological order:...
Undocumented immigrant pleads guilty to gun possession in domestic violence incident
WILLISTON, Fla. (WCJB) - An undocumented immigrant pled guilty to possessing a gun in a domestic violence incident. Oscar Cruz-Baldo, 40, was found guilty in federal court of possession of a firearm and ammunition by an person unlawfully in the United States. According to court documents, Cruz-Baldo, who is from...
Driver with suspended license arrested after traffic stop in Marion Oaks
MARION COUNTY, FL (352today.com) — A man with a history of driving violations is behind bars after a traffic stop in Marion Oaks. Marion County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) Deputy Salgado pulled over a silver Jeep on Marion Oaks Pass after noticing the vehicle speeding and missing a headlight. The driver, identified as...
Judge denies Sheriff’s motions for new trial in racial discrimination lawsuit that awarded $15...
Judge Gloria Walker has denied motions from Sheriff Chad Scott requesting a new trial or a reduction in the damages awarded by a jury to Deputy Kevin Davis for racial discrimination. The post Judge denies Sheriff’s motions for new trial in racial discrimination lawsuit that awarded $15 million to Deputy appeared...