Denise Vickers

Denise Vickers brings more than 30-years of journalism experience to the team. She has been in leadership roles at news outlets in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Idaho, South Carolina, and Virginia. She is a graduate of the University of Missouri's College of Journalism and earned an MBA from the University of Alabama.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Arrest made in hate-filled vandalism case at Gainesville City Hall

The Gainesville Police Department has arrested 42-year-old James Dewar in connection with the attack.

Image shows more than a dozen law enforcement officers blocking U.S. Highway 19.
Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Levy County Sheriff’s deputies say chase topped 120 mph on Highway 19 with the driver shooting at them

The Levy County Sheriff’s Office says the pursuit began in Pasco County with a carjacking.

Image shows more than a dozen law enforcement officers blocking U.S. Highway 19.
Crime & Safety
1 year ago
High-speed chase involving Levy County deputies ends in fatal wreck

The Levy County Sheriff’s Office says the accident shut down U.S. 19 from County Road 347 to State Road 24 for hours.

Weather Updates
1 year ago
WORKWEEK WEATHER: More showers and thunderstorms ahead

See the forecast to find out the timing and chances for rain.

Lake Mary's James Feliciano (14) hits a solo home run.
Sports
1 year ago
Team from Florida could become Little League World Series champs this weekend | PHOTOS

The Lake Mary All-Stars take on an undefeated team from Boerne, Texas, on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. in the U.S. championship game.

Weather Updates
1 year ago
WEEKEND WEATHER: One word… showers!

The National Weather Service is anticipating minor flooding along the Suwannee and Santa Fe Rivers.

news
1 year ago
Tractor trailer hits Gilchrist County school bus carrying 23 kids Tuesday afternoon

The Florida Highway Patrol says all children and drivers are fine. No injuries were reported.

Elections
1 year ago
PRIMARY ELECTION DAY: A look at how the 352 exercised its civic duty | PHOTOS

Polls are open until 7 p.m. We invite you to share your election day photos with us.

Weather Updates
1 year ago
WORKWEEK FORECAST: Severe storm threat for Monday. Rain in the forecast for Tuesday’s election

The National Weather Service is forecasting thunderstorms every day this week.

Gainesville city worker installs a sign on a poll denoting the Arts Culture Entertainment district where people can have open containers of alcohol.
Local
1 year ago
New signage indicates where you can legally drink alcohol on Gainesville city streets

“Sip and stroll areas” are where open containers of alcohol are permitted between 8 a.m. and midnight daily.

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