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Meet Judy McGrath at Hearthstone Gardens
Judy McGrath's creative vision and dedication are transforming Hearthstone Gardens into a continuously enchanting and welcoming space for all Columbia County residents.
Apr 19
Daytona Beach: Your Gateway to Easy Travel and Unforgettable Stays
Apr 19
Natural Makeup Trends: A Look at Enduring Style in Lake City
Apr 19
State Agencies Partner to Reinforce Distracted Driving Laws in Lake City
Apr 19
HCA Florida Lake City Hospital Shares Patient Stories
Apr 19
Crime & Public Safety
Read Section →Titusville Teen's Stepbrother Indicted in Cruise Murder
A federal grand jury has indicted 16-year-old Timothy Hudson as an adult for first-degree murder and aggravated sexual abuse in the death of his 18-year-old stepsister Anna Kepner aboard a Carnival cruise ship. The Titusville high school senior was found strangled and hidden under a bed during a family vacation in November 2025. Prosecutors allege the deliberate attack occurred in international waters en route to Miami.
Apr 19
Florida Bill Expands 'Gang Member' Label After Just 2 Sightings
Apr 19
Community Sports
Read Section →Gators Baseball Sweeps No. 4 Arkansas in Historic Road Triumph
The Florida Gators baseball team etched history in Fayetteville, sweeping No. 4 Arkansas for the first time since 2016 and the highest-ranked road sweep this century. With a season-high 17 hits in a 7-6 thriller on March 29, UF improved to 23-6 overall and 6-3 in the SEC. Gainesville fans are buzzing over the program's road dominance against top foes.
Apr 19
Heat Battle for Playoff Survival in Florida's NBA Stakes
Apr 19
Florida Panthers Claim Back-to-Back Stanley Cups in Sunrise Thriller
Apr 19
Orlando Magic Punch Playoff Ticket with Road Thriller Over Hornets
Apr 19
Miami Dolphins Load Up Defense for Florida Playoff Run
Apr 19
Local Business
Read Section →Taylor Farms Announces Acquisition of FarmWise®’s Business
Taylor Farms has announced its acquisition of FarmWise®’s business, a move that could bring advanced agricultural technology and automation closer to Lake City's farming community.
Apr 19
Understanding Personal Loans: Five Ways Lake City Residents Can Benefit
Apr 19
Alabama Hunting Leases Now Allow Hunting Over Bait
Apr 19
Lake City Council Approves New Header Layout for Official Documents
Apr 19
Taylor Farms Acquires FarmWise® Business, Bolstering Local Agricultural Technology
Apr 19
Schools & Kids
Read Section →Florida Public Libraries Weigh Impact of Digital Textbook Shift
Florida's accelerating adoption of digital textbooks in public schools is prompting libraries to reassess their role in providing learning resources. Concerns are rising about equitable access for students without home internet or devices.
Apr 19
Redfield Elementary Teacher Mandy Graham Named March Star Teacher
Apr 19
Daily Fun
Read Section →Navigating the Digital Divide: When Apps Don't Play Nice
Feeling lost in translation when your favorite platforms refuse to connect? Let's decode the cross-platform conundrum and discover solutions for a smoother digital life.
Apr 19
Bridging the Divide: Strategies for Seamless Cross-Platform Experiences
Apr 19
The Streaming Wars: Who's Winning (and Why You Should Care)
Apr 19
The Streaming Wars: Are We Winning?
Apr 19
Bridging Divides: Finding Common Ground in Our Digital World
Apr 19
State News
Read Section →Florida-Breds Take Center Stage on Florida Cup Day at Tampa Bay Downs
Tampa Bay Downs will host Florida Cup Day this Saturday, April 17, 2026, featuring six $110,000 stakes races exclusively for Florida-bred horses.
Apr 19
Older Home, Older Pipes: Common Drainage Issues in Historic Orlando Neighborhoods
Apr 19
Understanding Bail in Florida: A West Palm Beach Resident's Guide
Apr 19
Understanding Bail in Florida: What West Palm Beach Residents Need to Know
Apr 19
National
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Trump Orders Federal Push to Fast-Track Psychedelic Drug Research
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Saturday directing federal agencies to accelerate research into psychedelic treatments for serious mental illness, including PTSD and depression. The order allocates $50 million in federal matching funds for state research initiatives and establishes new pathways for patients to access experimental psychedelic drugs.
Apr 19
Trump Fast-Tracks Psychedelic Research for Veterans and Mental Illness
Apr 19
Unlock Your Inner Harmony: Embracing the Fibonacci Sequence in Daily Life
Apr 19
Bridging the Divide: Cross-Platform Strategies for Maximum Impact
Apr 19
Streaming Services: The New Network TV or Something More?
Apr 19
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