Student with ‘beautiful spirit’ run over, killed walking to bus stop, FL cops say
A high school senior was run over and killed while walking to her bus stop, Florida police say. The 18-year-old victim was pronounced dead at the scene Monday, Oct. 27, after being struck by a car, according to the Ocala Police Department. She was identified by Marion County Public Schools as Shannon Rushing , a...
Kentucky child killer returned after arrest in Florida, Marion County sheriff says
OCALA, Fla. (WCJB) - Criminal justice leaders spoke in Marion County following the arrest of a convicted child killer from Kentucky. State Attorney General James Uthmeier spoke at the Marion County Sheriff’s Office at 1 p.m. Prosecutor Brad McVay, Fifth Judicial Circuit State Attorney Bill Gladson, and Marion County...
UF Health Cancer Center is now an institute
The University of Florida has conferred the prestigious title of institute to the University of Florida Health Cancer Center, a reflection of its prominence in cancer research at UF and as one of the country’s top institutions for cancer care and research. The post UF Health Cancer Center is now an institute...
Former TV20 meteorologist Mel Turner remembered as a local legend
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Former TV20 meteorologist Mel Turner is being remembered as a local legend and a man whose kindness left a lasting mark on everyone he met. According to everyone who knew him, he was the kind of meteorologist who could make you smile, even when the forecast didn’t. Turner’s legacy continues...
Two Ft. White women transported to the hospital after Sunday evening accident near NW...
Two Ft. White women were transported to the hospital last night after a two-vehicle accident near the intersection of NW 39th Avenue and NW 43rd Street. The post Two Ft. White women transported to the hospital after Sunday evening accident near NW 39th Ave. and NW 43rd St. appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .
University of Florida’s Association of Military Alumni to induct first honoree into its Hall...
William “Bill” Emerson will be inducted into the University of Florida Association of Military Alumni Hall of Fame on November 21 in Gainesville in recognition of his distinguished military service and contributions to the university.
Former Marion County oncology nurse beats cancer, shares message for women
OCALA, Fla. (WCJB) — A Marion County breast cancer survivor who spent more than 40 years as an oncology nurse is urging other women to get regular mammograms after her own delayed screening led to a more serious diagnosis. Margaret Surowka says she was traveling between Sarasota and Michigan...
New Gainesville delivery service “SNAG”’s its way into The delivery scene
College students usually make memories or ramen in their dorm rooms, but in 2021, a group of undergraduates in California used their dorm room to create a delivery service called SNAG, now growing in popularity in Gainesville. SNAG was created by college students for college students in an effort to...
Driver tracked by Marion K-9 after 100-mph chase ends in crash
An unlicensed driver accused of traveling nearly 70 miles per hour above the posted speed limit was apprehended by a Marion County Sheriff’s Office K-9 after he allegedly crashed into a tree while fleeing from deputies. On Sunday, October 26, an MCSO corporal was patrolling the area of Fisher...
Gainesville foodies are ‘stoked’ for new farm-to-table experience
Through a forest past Haile Plantation on Saturday night, Gainesville community members were transported along a winding road to the rural countryside. Laughter and friendly conversation filled Stoke Barn and Kitchen as live music floated through the air. The evening sun cast a golden reflection on wine glasses and...
