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The preseason edition of the USA Today coaches poll was released Monday and Georgia came in at No. 3 behind Alabama and Ohio State. Alabama, of course, lost to UGA in last year’s CFP title game while Ohio State fell short of winning the Big Ten championship for the first time since 2016. Alabama received 54 of the 65 first-place votes while Ohio State received five and Georgia received six. Michigan, on the heels of its first win over Ohio State since 2011 and its first outright Big Ten title since 2003, is ranked No.

Florida ranked fourth in the country for total reported cases of sexually transmitted diseases in a June study released by Innerbody Research, an organization providing health information and research.

GAINESVILLE, Ga. — A Georgia woman has been arrested for allegedly killing her elderly fiancé and living with his body. >> Read more trending newsThe Associated Press says Tabitha Zeldia Wood, 45, was arrested on Thursday for allegedly killing her fiance, Leroy Frankin Kramer Jr., 82, and living with his body for two months. Deputies arrived at his home and found his body, according to the AP. Wood allegedly told them that he had died at the beginning of April and she had been living with his body since. An autopsy concluded that Kramer’s death was a homicide but no further details have been released, according to the AP.

A Gainesville attorney facing a total of 22 felony counts related to what he allegedly did to an 8-year-old girl while taking care of her is an attorney no more.

Pride events happening around Central Florida during the month of June

Mick Hubert, the unmistakable “Voice of the Gators,” is retiring.

Researchers had no idea if anything would sprout in the harsh moon dirt and wanted to see if it could be used to grow food by the next generation of lunar explorers. Plants actually grow in lunar stuff. Ferl and his colleagues planted thale cress in moon soil returned by Apollo 11′s Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin, and other moonwalkers. Most of the moon plants ended up stunted. One solution might be to use younger geologic spots on the moon, like lava flows, for digging up planting soil.

Researchers had no idea if anything would sprout in the harsh moon dirt and wanted to see if it could be used to grow food by the next generation of lunar explorers. Plants actually grow in lunar stuff. Ferl and his colleagues planted thale cress in moon soil returned by Apollo 11′s Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin, and other moonwalkers. Most of the moon plants ended up stunted. One solution might be to use younger geologic spots on the moon, like lava flows, for digging up planting soil.

Scientists for the first time have grown plants in soil from the moon collected by NASA’s Apollo astronauts.

Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a news briefing Wednesday at a restaurant near Gainesville.

Two teens were involved in a deadly car crash in Ocala Tuesday morning, leaving one dead, Ocala police said.

(AP Photo/Phil Sears) (Phil Sears)TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — (AP) — Voting rights groups sued Florida on Friday over a congressional map drawn by Gov. Ron DeSantis and passed by the GOP-controlled Legislature, saying it will diminish the state's Black representation and benefit Republicans. The League of Women Voters of Florida, the Black Voters Matter Capacity Building Institute, Equal Ground Education Fund and others filed the suit in a state court in Tallahassee. Democrats say the map strongly favors the GOP and would dismantles two districts currently held by Black members of congress. Many political observers have said the DeSantis map could give Republicans a 20-8 advantage, though Florida’s vast number of unaffiliated voters can swing elections.

Voting rights groups have sued Florida over a congressional map drawn by Gov. Ron DeSantis and passed by the GOP-controlled Legislature.

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A pair of teens led deputies on a chase through Marion County after they were spotted with a car stolen from a pizza delivery driver in Gainesville, according to the sheriff's office.

A University of Florida investigation has found no merit to allegations that state or university officials pressured researchers to suppress or destroy COVID-19 research data.

Three-time Funny Car season champion Matt Hagan gave Tony Stewart Racing its first NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series victory Sunday, racing to his first career win at the historic Gatornationals at Gainesville Raceway. In the final round, Hagan powered his Dodge Charger Hellcat SRT to a run of 3.910-seconds at 330.96 mph to beat Blake Alexander for his 40th career victory and first in three races this year with Tony Stewart Racing.

Yellow cardinal: A rare yellow cardinal was spotted on the University of Florida campus last month. But this month, a yellow cardinal has soared to the top of the university’s popularity list. >> Read more trending newsThe rare bird, a male Northern cardinal, has been spotted in a wooded area on the Gainesville campus, the Gainesville Sun reported. A yellow cardinal was first spotted in Alabaster, Alabama, in late January 2018 in the backyard of Charlie Stephenson. Experts believe there are only 10 to 15 yellow cardinals in North America, the Sun reported.

Menacing gator: A nearly 12-foot alligator that came within inches of a paddleboarder last September has been killed. (Bob D'Angelo/Cox Media Group)GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A nearly 12-foot alligator that swam within inches of a terrified paddleboarder last September has been killed, Florida wildlife officials said Wednesday. The alligator had been a popular sight among kayakers and paddleboarders at the Central Florida state park, as it was usually seen sunning itself on the banks of the Silver River, WUFT reported. >> Watch: Paddleboarder films close encounter with alligator in FloridaFlorida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission spokesperson Tammy Sapp confirmed to Fresh Take Florida that the alligator killed on Feb. 22 was the same one seen in the viral videos and photographs. In a separate video posted on Facebook after the encounter, Baker said she believed someone had been feeding the alligator.

Lavon Bracy made history when she and two other students integrated Gainesville High School in 1965.

The color and excitement of The Villages Balloon Festival doesn’t just come from the balloons. Visitors to the event, which starts at 1 p.m. Friday through Sunday at The Villages

A Florida school superintendent who defied Gov. Ron DeSantis on pandemic masks for students has been fired by the local school board.

The Tigers (24-3, 12-2 Southeastern Conference) lost their second straight on the road and dropped their first game in regulation. Appleby had everything to do with this one, which was Florida’s 14th straight over Auburn in Gainesville. The senior made 6 of 9 shots in the second half, including 4 of 6 from 3-point range, and was perfect from the free-throw line. Coach Bruce Pearl’s team used a solid second half – its opening 20 minutes were close to abysmal – to take control. Florida: The Gators needed a victory like this to improve their chances of making a fifth straight NCAA Tournament.

Tyree Appleby scored 20 of his 26 points in the second half, Colin Castleton added 19 and Florida rallied to beat No. 2 Auburn 63-62 to extend its home dominance in the series.

LaVon Bracy and Ingrid Burton Nathan talk about their experiences with racism and hate in the face of desegregating Florida schools.

A Silver Alert has been issued for Gregory Vincent Devon Heverling, 72, of Altoona, according to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office.

His father was the first black doctor to acquire membership in the Florida Medical Association, so it’s no surprise that when George Jr.’s opportunity to make history arrived, he took it. On a sunny September day in 1958, Starke Jr. walked into a classroom at the University of Florida and became the first Black student in the school’s history. “It had been in the news about desegregation had been ordered in Gainesville, and I decided to apply,” Starke said. A few years ago, he was recognized by the University of Florida with an honorary doctorate of law. He was also recognized last year by state leaders for his contribution to Florida history and education.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday announced an $89 million investment in career and technical education to support workforce training initiatives at state colleges and school districts statewide.

Officials say shark attacks increased around the world in 2021 following three consecutive years of decline, though beach closures in 2020 caused by the COVID-19 pandemic could be making the numbers seem more dramatic than they are.

Researchers with the International Shark Attack File recorded 73 unprovoked incidents last year, compared to 52 bites in 2020, according to a new report. The United States, Brazil, New Zealand and South Africa each had a single unprovoked fatal shark attack. Provoked attacks are defined as when humans initiate contact, such as divers trying to touch a shark or fishermen removing a shark from a fishing net, according to the International Shark Attack File. Florida has led the U.S. and the rest of the world in unprovoked shark bites for decades, and the trend continued in 2021, researchers said. The single fatal unprovoked shark attack in the U.S. in 2021 was in California.

Florida hired New York Giants offensive line coach Rob Sale to a similar position Tuesday.

GAINESVILLE, Texas — That will be one patty melt with jalapeños, one junior cheeseburger -- and one wedding ceremony. >> Read more trending newsA Texas couple stopped at a local Whataburger for a fast-food lunch and a quick wedding, KXII-TV reported. “She’s everything to me,” Mitchell told the television station. That is when he asked Phillips about a quick wedding at the Whataburger. “I was like, ‘I love you so as long as we’re married,’” Phillips told KXII.

Robbie Roper, a Georgia high school quarterback who'd seen some interest from the Florida Gators, among others, died Wednesday at a Gainesville hospital.

UCF’s long wait for another shot at Florida is over.

Police say a 57-year-old Florida man angry over his neighbors’ parking habits sprayed fire from a commercial flamethrower toward a car with three teenagers inside.

Beverly Jerome and her husband have been caught in a state unemployment “return to work” issue dating back to Sept. 22, 2020.

Armed with a flamethrower, which is not a regulated weapon, the man allegedly sprayed flames toward a car with three teens inside in parking dispute.

Previously winless Texas Southern stunned No. 20 Florida 69-54 behind PJ Henry’s 16 points and a perfect shooting night by Joirdon Karl Nicholas.

Texas Southern Florida Basketball Texas Southern forward Joirdon Karl Nicholas (5) celebrates with forward Brison Gresham (44) and guard PJ Henry (3) after playing against Florida during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Monday, Dec. 6, 2021, in Gainesville, Fla. (AP Photo/Matt Stamey) (Matt Stamey)GAINESVILLE, Fla. — (AP) — Previously winless Texas Southern stunned No. 20 Florida 69-54 on Monday night behind PJ Henry’s 16 points and Joirdon Karl Nicholas’ perfect shooting performance. Texas Southern became the first Southwestern Athletic Conference team to beat a ranked SEC program in The Associated Press poll era dating to 1936, ESPN Stats & Info said. The Tigers were coming off a 27-point loss at Louisiana Tech and catching a Florida team trying to rebound from its first loss. Texas Southern is led by former LSU coach Johnny Jones, who evened his record against White at 2-2.

Previously winless Texas Southern stunned No. 20 Florida 69-54 behind PJ Henry’s 16 points and a perfect shooting night by Joirdon Karl Nicholas.

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — (AP) — Nearly two decades after earning a place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and more than four years after his death, rock icon Tom Petty has been awarded an honorary Ph.D. from the University of Florida. READ: Central Florida woman wins $1M from scratch-off ticketThe school’s board of trustees unanimously voted to award Thomas Earl Petty a posthumous doctoral degree in music during a Friday meeting. Born and raised in Gainesville, Petty once worked as a groundskeeper at UF as he tried to make it in the music industry, but he was never enrolled. READ: BP oil spill fund: $103M to projects in 3 Gulf statesPetty passed away from an accidental drug overdose in October 2017. Days later during a UF home football game, the song “I Won’t Back Down” was played at the stadium as a memorial to Petty.

Anthony Richardson came off the bench and led Florida to a 24-21 victory over rival Florida State on Saturday that made the Gators bowl eligible a week after firing coach Dan Mullen.

A U.S. House subcommittee is investigating whether the University of Florida interfered with academic freedom and free speech when it stopped three professors from testifying as experts in a lawsuit challenging Florida’s controversial election law.

20 Florida State 71-55 on Sunday to end a seven-game losing streak in the series. Florida (2-0) won its first game against its biggest in-state rival since 2013 and took a huge step forward in coach Mike White’s seventh season. The last meeting was marred by Florida forward Keyontae Johnson’s collapse on the court in Tallahassee. POLL IMPLICATIONSFlorida State might fall out of the next AP college basketball poll, which gets released Monday. ___More AP college basketball: https://apnews.com/hub/college-basketball and https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-basketball-poll and https://twitter.com/AP_Top25Copyright 2021 The Associated Press.

Colin Castleton had 15 points, a career-high 16 rebounds and six blocks as Florida knocked off No. 20 Florida State 71-55 to end a seven-game losing streak in the series.

Emory Jones accounted for 550 yards and seven touchdowns, delivering a career performance in Florida’s come-from-behind, 70-52 victory against lower-division Samford.

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GAINESVILLE, Fla. — (AP) — Reversing its previous position, the University of Florida said Friday that it would allow professors to testify as experts in a lawsuit challenging a new state law that critics say restricts voting rights. Fuchs said the outside work would have to be on the professors’ own time and not use university resources. Not allowing them to testify would be "an attack on all of us,” said Paul Ortiz, a history professor who is president of the union chapter at the University of Florida. The University of Florida's president answers to its board of trustees, which has six members appointed by the governor and five appointed by the state university system’s board of governors. DeSantis’ office, in a statement earlier this week, denied being behind the decision to block the faculty members’ testimony.

The University of Florida is reversing its position, saying it will allow three professors to serve as experts in a lawsuit challenging a new state election law.

10-year-old Ja'siah Williams was struck, killed by a vehicle while walking to his bus stop.

The University of Florida has been asked by its accrediting body to explain how denying a request by three professors to serve as paid experts in a voting rights lawsuit conforms to standards for academic freedom and avoids undue political influence.

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A 33-year-old Gainesville woman died after a high-speed drift that led her vehicle to a fiery crash into a tree.

After weeks of controversy that became a political issue between Gov. Ron DeSantis and one of his potential rivals in the 2022 gubernatorial election, Florida children are set to receive over $1 billion in federal relief funding.

11 Florida to a 38-14 victory over Tennessee on Saturday night and extending nearly two decades of dominance in the series. Jones ran for 43 yards on Florida’s next drive and capped it with a 9-yard TD pass to Rick Wells. Jones completed 21 of 27 passes for 209 yards on the night and ran 15 times, with a long of 49 yards. He became Florida's first QB to top 200 yards passing and 100 yards rushing since Tim Tebow in 2009 against Florida State. Tennessee came into the game allowing just 54.3 yards rushing a game.

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — (AP) — A Florida school district has received cash from President Joe Biden's administration to make up for state pay cuts imposed over a board's vote for a student anti-coronavirus mask mandate. Alachua County school Superintendent Carlee Simon said in a news release Thursday the district has received $148,000 through a U.S. Department of Education program. Simon says Alachua, where Gainesville and the University of Florida are located, is the first district in the nation to receive such a grant. Ron DeSantis and state education officials have begun cutting salaries paid to school board members in Florida who voted to require masks for students. In Alachua County, the pay reductions so far for four school board members who voted for the mask mandate amounted to $27,000, Simon said.

The 2022 Florida Gators football schedule was released on Tuesday night.

The Florida Gators will host the Tennessee Volunteers at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville at 7 p.m. on Saturday.

Huddle up! Here’s a look back at this weekend on the gridiron, with three key takeaways from the state’s football scene.

APTOPIX Alabama Florida Football Alabama running back Jase McClellan runs past Florida cornerback Avery Helm, left, and linebacker Jeremiah Moon, right, to score a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021, in Gainesville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux) (John Raoux)GAINESVILLE, Fla. — (AP) — Bryce Young’s first collegiate road start was a rousing success, a three-touchdown performance that helped top-ranked Alabama hold off No. 11 Florida 31-29 in the Southeastern Conference opener for both teams Saturday. 1-ranked teams at Florida Field. Florida seemingly got a break when Alabama (3-0, 1-0) was flagged for a false start on fourth-and-goal at the 1. That gave the Gators a chance to tie, and play-caller Mullen and quarterback Emory Jones directed a masterful drive.

Bryce Young’s first collegiate road start was a rousing success, a three-touchdown performance that helped top-ranked Alabama hold off No. 11 Florida 31-29 in the Southeastern Conference opener for both teams.

DeSantis' spokesperson, Taryn Fenske, told Insider the governor "has never said the vaccine changes your RNA, nor is that his opinion."

JACKSONVILLE, Florida — Gov. Ron DeSantis said on Monday he will issue steep fines on local officials who fire employees who are not vaccinated against COVID-19 and is supporting a lawsuit to stop the city of Gainesville from imposing the requirement.

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Gov. Ron DeSantis will hold a news conference at the University of Florida.

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Gov. Ron DeSantis will hold a press conference Monday morning. According to the governor’s office, DeSantis will deliver remarks at the University of Florida in Gainesville. READ: Paddleboarder films close encounter with alligator at Silver Springs State ParkThe governor is scheduled to speak at 9:30 a.m.READ: Man dies after being found unconscious in the water at Daytona BeachStay with Channel 9 for the latest on what DeSantis has to say. READ: Orlando Police investigating deadly shooting in Milk DistrictClick here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, and click here to watch the latest news on your smart TV.

Four bomb threats have been called in to a north Florida high school since the fall semester started last month.

The mother of two boys killed by her estranged husband is asking a Florida judge to block handing over $75,000 of his wealth to his sister and brothers — including one who is serving a 40-year prison sentence for an unrelated murder.

Employees of a prominent Gainesville commercial real estate firm whose offices were stormed by an armed SWAT team this summer are facing felony charges after a criminal investigation said they bilked their former employer out of a cache of confidential documents and deals worth millions.

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — (AP) — A diner at a north Florida restaurant gathered the staff of 10 together to thank them for their hard work before leaving them a $10,000 tip to share. Shawn Shepherd, who owns Wahoo, told the newspaper he got a call from his employees that night, alerting him to the big tip. “Watching these guys get their check was almost as good as Christmas morning,” Shepherd told the Sun. He said he's very thankful to the diner because his employees have been loyal to the restaurant through the pandemic. Among those benefitting from the big tip was Ashley Green, who was called into work that day.

$10,000 tip Ten employees at a Florida restaurant are each $1,000 richer after an anonymous customer’s generous tip. (Wahoo Seafood Grill)GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Ten employees at a Florida restaurant are each $1,000 richer after an anonymous customer’s generous tip. Wahoo owner Shawn Shepherd told the Sun that he was “blown away” when the restaurant’s point-of-sale system approved the transaction. More coronavirus pandemic coverage:>> Coronavirus: How long between exposure to the virus and the start of symptoms? This tool will tell you>> How to not let coronavirus pandemic fatigue set in, battle back if it does©2021 Cox Media Group

A diner at a north Florida restaurant gathered the staff of 10 together to thank them for their hard work before leaving them a $10,000 tip to share.

Marion County, Fla — The Marion County Sheriff’s Office has issued a silver alert for Glen David Sayre. Deputies say Sayre was last seen Monday near his home around 9 a.m.Sayre is driving a gold Lincoln MKX with Florida tags BTQY38. Anyone that may have spotted Sayre is asked to call 911. SILVER ALERT – GLEN DAVID SAYREGlen Sayre was last seen around 9 a.m. on August 16, 2021, at 9589 SE 176th Street, in Summerfield. He left in a gold Lincoln MKX with Florida license plate BTQY38.

The University of Florida will open its upcoming semester with in-person classes, reversing itself within hours of telling students the term might begin online because of the state’s renewed COVID-19 outbreak.

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — An Amber Alert was issued for a 4-year-old Florida boy. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement said Jai’lon Dorsey-Fisher was last seen in the 1400 block of West University Avenue in Gainesville. A Florida AMBER Alert has been issued for 4-year-old Jai'lon Dorsey-Fisher last seen in Gainesville. The child's hair is styled in a mohawk and he may be with Richard Booth. If you have any information, call Gainesville PD at 352-955-1818 or 911.

The University of Florida notified all students, faculty and staff they would be asked to wear face masks indoors.

Feds claim facility in Gainesville, Georgia, failed to implement safety procedures needed to prevent nitrogen leak.

ATLANTA — (AP) — Federal workplace safety officials are proposing nearly $1 million in fines against four companies following a January liquid nitrogen leak that killed six workers at a northeast Georgia poultry processing plant. Foundation Food Group, which owns the Gainesville plant, was cited for 26 violations with a proposed fine of $595,474. Packers Sanitation Services Ltd., which provided cleaning services at the plant, was cited for 19 violations with a proposed fine of $286,720. Messer LLC, which delivered the nitrogen, was cited for six violations and faces a proposed fine of $74,118. The U.S. Chemical Safety Board has previously said that a newly installed conveyor belt system that carried chicken products into a liquid nitrogen bath malfunctioned.

The city that is home to the University of Florida may allow people to drink legally from open containers in public places such as sidewalks.

Five people were shot, one fatally, in a drive-by in Gainesville, police say.

If you live in Central Florida, chances are you have found a way to cope with the heat and humidity. For most it is just a part of life, and we really do not ever want to leave.

Edward Charles “Chuck” Stiles, 64, of Gainesville / Palm Coast, Florida, passed away on July 1, 2021, at his home in Palm Coast.

A 12-year-old was shot multiple times in Alachua County, deputies say.

Two more people were arrested in connection to a shooting at a Gainesville party that injured five teenagers, making it a total of four people who are now facing charges related to the incident, according to the Gainesville Police Department.

Gainesville police are looking for two shooters after five juveniles were shot.

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Police are investigating after five juveniles were shot at a party in Gainesville Thursday. According to police, officers were called to the American Legion at 4701 NW 6th Street around 10:30 p.m. for reports of shots fired in the area. READ: $100K reward offered for suspect who shot Daytona Beach officer, leading to ‘multi-agency manhunt’When officers arrived on scene, they found four juveniles outside the building and one inside who had been shot. READ: 2021 on track to be deadliest year for gun violence in 2 decadesInvestigators said the shooting happened when two gunmen exchanged gunfire during a teen party at the venue. Police have not said what may have led to the shooting or released the names and ages of the victims.

Two arrests have been made in a missing persons case in Florida.

Authorities search for a missing 13-year-old Florida.

The first time Brevard County Allison Enright fell at work, doctors prescribed her opioids to deal with the pain.

A popular Twitter account that notified followers when Publix chicken-tender subs were on sale has been abandoned after lawyers for the Florida-based grocery chain apparently objected.

Security camera footage shows Florida couple’s home on the night of a violent confrontation Home security camera footage played in court captured some of the movements of Mike and Sue Reuschel inside their Gainesville, Florida, home on the night of February 2, 2018. Prosecutors allege Mike Reuschel attempted to murder his wife that night. Mike says Sue attacked him and he acted in self-defense.

He said, she said: Evidence photos from the Reuschel attempted murder caseMichael Reuschel On February 3, 2018, Mike Reuschel called 911 to report he and his wife Sue had been stabbed by an intruder inside their Gainesville, Florida, home. Sue Reuschel later told police her husband was the real assailant, and he was charged with attempted murder. A "Fairytale" Wedding Michael Reuschel Sue Reuschel was also unhappy with how much Caroline's 2017 wedding cost. Sue Reuschel's Wounds Alachua County Sheriff's Office Sue Reuschel had injuries to her neck, stomach, wrist and thumb. The Verdict CBS News The jury of six women convicted Mike Reuschel of attempted murder, and four additional charges.

Liquid nitrogen leak at Georgia poultry plant kills 6 At least six people are dead and several others were injured after a liquid nitrogen leaked at a poultry plant in Gainesville, Georgia. Jessi Mitchell has the latest.

Florida forward Keyontae Johnson was "following simple commands" Monday after being transferred from Tallahassee Memorial to UF Health in Gainesville, the school said. USA Today quoted Johnson's grandfather, Larry DeJarnett, as saying the player had been in a medically induced coma. Keyontae Johnson #11 of the Florida Gators in action against the LSU Tigers at Stephen C. O'Connell Center on February 26, 2020 in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators had been scheduled to host North Florida on Wednesday night, but the game was called off Monday evening. Like many of his Florida teammates, Johnson tested positive for COVID-19 during the summer.

Police say a Gainesville man arrested Sunday has been linked to thefts from home improvement stores in at least four other Florida cities. Ocala police arrested Robert Leslie Graf, 45, and Jeffrey Wallace, 34, on Jan. 26 for stealing a trailer and two lawn mowers from the Ocala Rural King, according to a Gainesville Police sworn complaint. Graf was released from the Marion County Jail the same day he was brought in, but Wallace remains there. Police interviewed Wallace in February, who admitted to law enforcement the pair had also committed a theft at the Gainesville Rural King, the complaint said. Graf has also been connected to thefts committed at Lowes stores in Live Oak, Fort Myers and Port Charlotte, the complaint said.

A woman trapped in a house fire was pulled to safety by Marion County firefighters early Saturday morning. According to Marion County Fire Rescue Spokesman James Lucas, they received a call about a structure fire and someone inside at 6:12 a.m. Firefighters arrived at the location at 6:21 a.m.At the time of the call, firefighters were told that an adult and four children were already outside. Neighbors told firefighters that a woman was inside, and they found her near a window. Ramos said the roof caved in minutes after she called 911 and that firefighters arrived and pulled the trapped woman to safety.

Gainesville police say Billvonte Willis, 24, shot a vehicle 15 times in an attempt to kill a man. Police on Monday arrested an Ocala man who they say shot at a vehicle in Gainesville more than a dozen times in September in an attempt to kill a man. They pulled up next to the vehicle, the complaint said, and one of them shot the vehicle 15 times. A bullet grazed the womans chest, and the man was hit with several bullets but recovered, the complaint said. Police charged Willis with attempted homicide, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, aggravated battery and conspiracy to commit murder.

The Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals Gatornationals, scheduled this weekend in Gainesville, has been postponed due to evolving coronavirus concerns. The drag-racing coordinators announced Thursday afternoon that the four-day competition has been delayed after the Florida Governors Office urged local municipalities to cancel mass gatherings. Jessica Hatcher, spokeswoman for NHRA, said officials from the national auto racing organization ultimately made the call. Current ticket holders can use their tickets at the rescheduled event, or as credit toward the 2021 Gatornationals. "We are working through the schedule and will keep everyone apprised when we reschedule," Hatcher said.

The Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals Gatornationals, scheduled this weekend in Gainesville, has been postponed due to evolving coronavirus concerns. The drag-racing coordinators announced Thursday afternoon that the four-day competition has been delayed after the Florida Governors Office urged local municipalities to cancel mass gatherings. Jessica Hatcher, spokeswoman for NHRA, said officials from the national auto racing organization ultimately made the call. Current ticket holders can use their tickets at the rescheduled event, or as credit toward the 2021 Gatornationals. "We are working through the schedule and will keep everyone apprised when we reschedule," Hatcher said.

The Florida Department of Health announced late Tuesday eight new positive cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Florida. The new cases are, according to the state health department:A 68-year old male in Nassau County has been identified as positive. This person is isolated and will continue to remain isolated until cleared by public health officials. This person is isolated and will continue to remain isolated until cleared by public health officials. This person is isolated and will continue to remain isolated until cleared by public health officials.