Stuntman backflips motorcycle over Branford bar (video)
“Holy sketchiness! It’s going downhill,” motorcycle stuntman Trevor Cartmill said while standing on the rooftop of Sturge’s lounge at Ellie Ray’s RV Resort in Branford on […]
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Stuntman backflips motorcycle over Branford bar (video)
“Holy sketchiness! It’s going downhill,” motorcycle stuntman Trevor Cartmill said while standing on the rooftop of Sturge’s lounge at Ellie Ray’s RV Resort in Branford on […]
Stunt driver to jump over Branford bar on Saturday
A modern day Evel Kneivel stunt man will attempt to jump his Kawasaki KX 450 over the bar and grill at Ellie Ray’s RV Resort in […]
My Foodie Recipe: 3 Cheese chicken bake
Sometimes my inspiration comes from cooking shows, and this is one of those times. This isn’t an exact copy, but it’s close. On the show they […]
High Springs food giveaway serves over 800
Last Saturday the City of High Springs coordinated with hunger relief organization Farm Share to give away food at the local civic center. A total of […]
Peaceful Paths hosting first event since pandemic began
Peaceful Paths is bringing back one of its premier fundraising events for the first time since the start of the pandemic—and spiffing it up with a […]
FHP advises tire checks after wrecks clog I-75
The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) is calling on drivers to check their tires after a series of Sunday wrecks injured several people and created a huge […]
Shopper scores MacBook prize at Oaks Mall
Gainesville resident T.J. Pyche has been trying to win a prize from the Prize Vault game at Oaks Mall for years. On Sunday, he announced that […]
What’s up with those caterpillars everywhere?
If you spend any time outdoors at all these days, a caterpillar—or two or three—will probably end up crawling on your arm, your head, your shoe […]
My Foodie Recipe: Crispy burritos
Burritos are one of those great, versatile foods that work for both dinner and a sack lunch for work. Today, I’m going to show you how […]
Golf course research program keeps eyes on the bee
As the 2021 Masters Tournament begins play this morning, spring is on full display at the Augusta National Golf Course with riots of azaleas competing for […]
Alachua County unveils slate of Earth Day events
Few places in Florida offer the kind of outdoor experiences area residents enjoy in North Central Florida, with its springs, parks and rich natural resources. That […]
Yoga meets beer in High Springs
Yoga instructor Kori Brooks is on her tippy toes bowing forward with both arms stretched out behind her and pointed toward the sky. The pose, known […]
Hundreds gather for annual Easter egg hunt
For many families and children, Easter isn’t complete without the annual egg hunt. But the tradition symbolizes more than a children’s event. In some pre-Christian societies, […]
Retired postal employee now keeper of the rail trail
On a sunny Saturday morning, trail ranger Billy Thomas is half way through his shift that adds up to 34 miles of territory. As an employee […]
My Foodie Recipe: Winning tri tip
I have had plenty of kitchen failures when it comes to cooking tri tip roasts. I tried the slow cooker, tried baking it, tried a frying […]
Local churches navigate pandemic as Easter arrives
A church service of 40 people does not sound like a lot, but for Pastor Armon Lowery of Mt. Zura Full Gospel Baptist Church, it is […]
High Springs couple celebrates 70 years of marriage
Lawton Skipper and Elmina Lindsey were both raised in High Springs and have been sweethearts since high school—when Nat King Cole and Bing Crosby were topping […]
FWC urges caution on Manatee Appreciation Day
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is using this year’s Manatee Appreciation Day—the last Wednesday in March—to remind Floridians to keep a watchful eye […]
Tips for swimming in Florida springs
Feet up, legs up, fins up and pretend the floor is lava. Those words of wisdom from the Florida Springs Institute are brought to the surface […]
BOCC votes to purchase 4,000-acre preserve
The Alachua County Board of County Commissioners has voted to purchase roughly 4,000 acres from the Weyerhaeuser Company—an acquisition poised to become the largest in the […]
My Foodie Recipe: 20-minute cheater chili
I’ve got good news: Great-tasting chili does not need to take hours to make. Today’s creation is made in a 6-quart pan, and it takes just […]
It’s true: Free doughnut with vaccine proof at Krispy Kreme
On Monday, the Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corp. announced that it was finding a way to be sweet by giving a free glazed doughnut to anyone who […]
Library district announces expanded hours
The Alachua County Library District announced it will increase operating hours as part of several changes amid the receding pandemic. “I appreciate the community’s support and […]
High Springs Playhouse searching for Gilligan’s Island stars
The High Springs Playhouse (HSP) is holding auditions this week for actors interested in bringing the iconic 1960s TV show “Gilligan’s Island” to the live stage. […]