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Gainesville Youth Baseball and Softball Registration Now Open - Gainesville Today
2+ week, 6+ day ago (262+ words) Leagues for ages 4-12 with games running from late May through late June Mar. 28, 2026 at 3: 50pm Registration is now open for the 2026 Gainesville youth baseball and softball summer leagues. The league is open to players ages 4 through 12, with divisions including T-ball (ages…...
Northside School Transformed into Affordable Housing - Today in Jacksonville
2+ day, 9+ hour ago (265+ words) Village at Lake Forest development aims to address Jacksonville's housing shortage Apr. 15, 2026 at 10: 51pm Jacksonville is facing a significant housing shortage, with the mayor estimating the city is about 50, 000 units short of what is needed. This new affordable housing development is…...
Opelousas Officials Seek Solutions for Nightclub Noise, Parking Issues - Opelousas Today
2+ day, 10+ hour ago (331+ words) Police Chief and City Council work to balance resident concerns with business operations. Apr. 15, 2026 at 6: 35pm Residents near a popular Opelousas nightclub called 'The Back' have been complaining about noise, loitering, and parking problems caused by late-night patrons. The city's mayor…...
Backyard Shed Fire Sends Smoke Plume Over Jacksonville Neighborhood - Today in Jacksonville
5+ day, 15+ hour ago (242+ words) No injuries reported as firefighters contain blaze before it spreads to nearby homes Apr. 12, 2026 at 12: 10pm Fires in older neighborhoods with aging housing stock can quickly become dangerous, as evidenced by a previous vacant-home fire in the area that left multiple…...
Drought Worsens as Meteorologist Shares Tuesday Forecast - Today in Jacksonville
3+ day, 7+ hour ago (101+ words) News4 JAX meteorologist Chris Holtzman provides the latest weather update for Northeast Florida. Apr. 14, 2026 at 8: 08pm As drought persists in the region, the latest weather forecast from a trusted local meteorologist is crucial information for residents to plan their day and prepare…...
Winola Farm Meat opens new, expanded market in South Daytona - Daytona Beach Today
2+ day, 8+ hour ago (277+ words) Family-owned market brings farm-fresh meats, produce, and baked goods to the community. Apr. 15, 2026 at 7: 12pm Winola Farm Meat, a family-owned business, has opened a new and expanded market in South Daytona, Florida. The market offers a wide selection of farm-fresh meats,…...
Jacksonville Braces for Severe Thunderstorms - Today in Jacksonville
2+ day, 5+ hour ago (284+ words) Chief Meteorologist warns of potential flooding, high winds, and hail Apr. 15, 2026 at 9: 47pm Chief Meteorologist Richard Nunn of WJXT News4 JAX has issued a severe weather alert for the Jacksonville area, forecasting a high likelihood of intense thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, and potential…...
Florida Teen Basketball Star Follows Footsteps of Montverde NBA Alums - Today in Orlando
3+ day, 5+ hour ago (526+ words) Dhani Miller, a senior at Montverde Academy, is poised to continue the school's legacy of producing top basketball talent. Apr. 14, 2026 at 10: 09pm Dhani Miller, a senior basketball player at Montverde Academy in Florida, is following in the footsteps of several former…...
Former NFL Player Chris Payton-Jones Dies in Car Crash Weeks After Welcoming Daughter - Gainesville Today
2+ day, 6+ hour ago (371+ words) The 30-year-old cornerback's tragic passing leaves behind a newborn baby and a young son. Apr. 15, 2026 at 7: 24pm Chris Payton-Jones, a former NFL player who most recently suited up for the St. Louis Battlehawks, died in a car crash in Gainesville, Florida…...
Charlotte High Unveils New Aviation Hangar - Punta Gorda Today
2+ day, 21+ hour ago (365+ words) New facility will train future aircraft mechanics for regional airports. Apr. 15, 2026 at 10: 41am Charlotte High School in Punta Gorda, Florida has officially opened a new aviation hangar on its campus, marking an important milestone for the school's growing aviation maintenance program....