GNV News Wrap for Monday, Nov. 25

Topics covered in today's edition:

$3 million ambassador program hopes to better downtown Gainesville
Cold temperatures have returned, and with them Gainesville's Cold Night Shelter Program
Alachua County awarded $880K from federal Safe Streets and Roads for All
GRU to eliminate lead in water service lines by 2034
Mayor Harvey Ward speaks on Citizens Field's future
Alachua County School District’s new interim superintendent excited to start
FLDOE email contradicts ACPS story on teacher VAM scores
Ayesha Solomon elected president of Florida Association of Property Appraisers
Family, friends remember prominent funeral director
University of Florida student educates about Flu safety after scare
Alachua County businesses prepare for shoppers this holiday season
The 2024 hurricane season ranks third in hurricane tornado outbreaks
Swamp Records and Strike Magazine host boiler room-themed music show
Three people in hospital after crash in Gainesville
Woman organizes meal drive in downtown Gainesville
Alachua County Public Schools seeking donations for holiday food drive
Citizens insurance: Why half of 2023 homeowner damage claims closed without payment
A citrus comeback is budding in North Florida

$3 million ambassador program hopes to better downtown Gainesville - WCJB

A new $3.1 million downtown Gainesville program meant to increase hospitality will launch Dec. 2.

Cold temperatures have returned, and with them Gainesville's Cold Night Shelter Program - WUFT

Due to cold overnight temperatures, Gainesville has started its Cold Night Shelter Program.

Alachua County awarded $880K from federal Safe Streets and Roads for All program - The Gainesville Sun

Gainesville ranks ninth in Florida for traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries and eighth for crashes involving vulnerable road users.

GRU to eliminate lead in water service lines by 2034 - The Independent Florida Alligator

While confusing, the letter was required to be sent by the United States Environmental Protection Agency, with its purpose being to inform residents of GRU's upcoming plans to eliminate any lead water service lines in Gainesville by 2034.

'If we don't get this done, it'll be a failure': Mayor Harvey Ward speaks on Citizens Field's future - The Gainesville Sun

Citizens Field is a Gainesville landmark with an uncertain future. Mayor Harvey Ward stated his commitment to the field. In the short-term, though, questions remain.

Around Alachua

Alachua County School District’s new interim superintendent is excited to start - WCJB

The Alachua County School District’s new interim superintendent is hitting the ground running. Doctor Kamela Patton started work on Monday, November. 18. taking over for Shane Andrew, who was fired in October.

FLDOE email contradicts ACPS story on teacher VAM scores - Mainstreet Daily News

State executive director said VAM data was not updated after July 30 publication.

Ayesha Solomon elected president of Florida Association of Property Appraisers - Mainstreet Daily News

Alachua County Property Appraiser voted to position at annual conference.

Family, friends remember prominent funeral director: 'He's done a lot for this community' - WCJB

Family and friends are reflecting on their memories with Bernard Phillip, 40, the founder of a prominent funeral home

University of Florida student educates about Flu safety after scare - WCJB

A UF student is spreading awareness about the Flu vaccine after her family was impacted by the disease.

UF scientists develop groundbreaking DNA test to combat invasive snakes in Florida - The Gainesville Sun

The test can identify Burmese pythons, northern African pythons, boa constrictors and rainbow boas from environmental DNA collected in the wild.

Alachua County businesses prepare for influx of shoppers this holiday season - The Gainesville Sun

Local businesses are gearing up for shoppers this holiday season and are looking forward to seeing an influx of residents considering unique gifts for their loved ones.

The 2024 hurricane season ranks 3rd in hurricane spawned tornado outbreaks - WUFT

As the 2024 hurricane season comes to a close, tropically induced tornadoes lands a top spot among record breaking seasons.

Swamp Records and Strike Magazine host boiler room-themed music show 'Tempo' - The Independent Florida Alligator

Swamp Records and Strike Magazine Gainesville hosted 'Tempo,' an electronic music event highlighting style and self-expression leading up to Strike's Issue 13 launch.

3 people in hospital after crash in Gainesville - WCJB

Police officers say two cars were in the wreck at the intersection of Archer Road and 34th Street at 8:36 p.m. November. 24.

Woman organizes meal drive in downtown Gainesville - WCJB

Amy Trask said around 260 people came to grab a plate Saturday night.

Alachua County Public Schools seeking donations for holiday food drive - WCJB

Alachua County Public Schools is seeking donations for its annual Holiday Food Drive to help feed local families during winter break.

Citizens insurance: Why half of 2023 homeowner damage claims closed without payment - The Gainesville Sun

The Legislature just passed laws that make it harder for policyholders to sue if they don't agree with the payout.

A citrus comeback is budding in North Florida - WUFT

Warmer temperatures and new technologies help an industry once lost to freezes.

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GNV News Wrap for Monday, Nov. 25

Around Alachua

Alachua County School District’s new interim superintendent is excited to start - WCJB

Alachua County businesses prepare for influx of shoppers this holiday season - The Gainesville Sun