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.

Project Pawsitivity
2 years ago
Take a leap of faith this Leap Day and adopt a pet

Leap Day may be the right time to dive into pet ownership. Check out these three furry friends who would love to jump into your car and come home with you.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Gainesville police say surveillance video aided murder investigation

Officers say they found a dead man between two buildings in the area of 200 NE 16th Ave. on Wednesday.

Community
2 years ago
Swarm of bees forces temporary closure of Wildwood dog park

The city says it received numerous calls about a sudden influx of bees at the dog park and have shut it down as a precautionary measure.

Health & Wellness
2 years ago
UDPDATE: Marion County Utilities rescinds boil water order for residents of a mobile home park

The utility says customers within Golden Holiday Mobile Home Park should boil water for consumption as a precaution until the notice is lifted.

Local
2 years ago
Gainesville Police Chief resigns to avoid termination. Department searches for new top cop

Gainesville Police Chief Lonnie Scott submitted his resignation on Monday instead of being terminated by City Manager Cynthia Curry.

Local
2 years ago
We’re not under attack. The sound of jets and bombs this week is a military training exercise

The training with live and inert bombs is scheduled for Tuesday through Friday at the Ocala National Forest.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
UPDATE: Authorities hope photos of types of vehicles involved in two deadly hit-and-run accidents in Marion County will lead to tips

Two crashes. Two men dead. Troopers say the drivers in both crashes took off and they hope you can provide information to help solve the cases.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
UPDATE: Driver charged in crash that killed Fort McCoy man on motorcycle

Troopers say a 74-year-old man on a motorcycle died in the hit-and-run crash in Levy County.

Health & Wellness
2 years ago
Make a friendship bracelet as part of Gainesville Fire Rescue’s monthly free, family-focused event

Healthy Afternoons with Gainesville Fire Rescue are held the last Wednesday of each month from 3 to 5 p.m. Locations vary.

Community
2 years ago
Ease for commuters and environmental protections showcased at celebration marking completion of Wekiva Parkway in Lake County

The Wekiva Parkway completes what is now a 100-plus-mile beltway around the region. State transportation leaders say it was developed to protect the natural resources along the Wekiva River.

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