Florida gas prices have dropped to their lowest levels in three months. As of Sunday, pump prices statewide averaged $3.33 per gallon, declining 15 cents last week.
Get ready for Gainesville’s “wildest” Halloween event that the whole family can attend: Boo at the Zoo! This not-so-scary evening is in its 27th year at Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo. Entry costs just one canned good or non-perishable food item per person.

Deputies found a man and woman dead from apparent gunshot wounds on Sunday in the Whispering Sands area. If you saw anything, you’re asked to call Crime Stoppers with your tip.

The McIntosh 1890s Festival celebrated its 50th anniversary today with vibrant booths, rustic music, a lively atmosphere and a massive crowd of attendees.

See the solar eclipse, watch the stars and spend the afternoon kicking back at the Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center in Micanopy, just south of Gainesville. Peak time is around 1:20 p.m. for our area.

Florida’s turnpike northbound was gridlock for hours on Friday due to a bad wreck.

You’ll still need eye protection even though we’ll only see a partial eclipse on Saturday in north-central Florida.
The nearly 1,650-acre Phifer Flatwoods Preserve in Hawthorne is home to diverse natural communities and now 4.8 miles of unpaved walking, biking and horseback riding trails.

Deputies say they captured 37-year-old David Flores on Wednesday.

“We’re going to be okay. We’re tough. We’re strong,” said Crystal River Mayor Joe Meek.