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New ESPN doc covers Spurrier and the Gainesville Ripper

Daniel B. Levin, Director of the ESPN 30 for 30 Short Film '14 Days in Gainesville' joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down his documentary, highlighting the return of Steve Spurrier to coach at his alma mater, the University of Florida, while the Gainesville Ripper, Danny Rolling,...

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Lake Helen issues boil water advisory after E. coli detection

Lake Helen remains under a boil water notice after a second test confirmed the presence of E. coli bacteria in the municipal water supplyThe positive test results appeared in raw water samples rather than at distribution sites throughout the community.Before officials can lift the notice, the city...

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Davenport launches school zone speed safety program at Horizons Elementary

The City of Davenport is launching a new school zone speed safety program at Horizons Elementary School after a city speed study found nearly 200 violations over two school days.The warning period begins Sept. 21. Drivers traveling more than 10 mph over the speed limit while the school zone is...

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‘If you’re not risking, you’re rusting’: 48-year-old college freshman makes gridiron debut

At a time when most of his contemporaries are contemplating a recliner and some pain relief, a 48-year-old freshman is hitting the college football field. Read more trending news Justin Buzzard is a defensive end for San José City College and the number he wears on the field is also his age. The...

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Prince Harry and Meghan move children to new school over security concerns

Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, have moved their two children to a new school over security concerns, a spokesperson said Tuesday, just weeks after the family returned to the U.K. to make a fresh start.“The decision for the children to move school was taken following a discussion with the...

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