Alyssa Jeong Perry

Aug 20, 2024 | wcjb.com | Alyssa Jeong Perry

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Democrats voted for their preferred candidate for Alachua County sheriff on Tuesday in the Florida Primary Election. Peter King, Chad Scott, and Latrell Simmons faced off to represent the Democratic Party in the November election. The winner will run against incumbent Sheriff Emery Gainey, a Republican, and Pamela Marshall-Koons, an independent.

Aug 18, 2024 | wcjb.com | Alyssa Jeong Perry

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - The Hippodrome Theatre had its sip and stroll event Sunday night. It was a two-hour walking tour for the community to come out and see the off-limit areas. The Hippodrome was founded in 1973 and the theatre opened in Gainesville in 1980. People could explore all of the areas of the theater that are not accessible to the public. The guided tour took people backstage to see to green room. Plus a look at the lighting and production booth.

Aug 18, 2024 | wcjb.com | Alyssa Jeong Perry

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - You may see longer wait times for support if you are an AT&T customer. Communications Workers of America has filed an unfair labor practice charge against the company for not bargaining “in good faith”. More than 17,000 AT&T workers across the southeast are on strike for unfair labor practices. These workers started Friday afternoon after they said management was using unfair contract negotiations.

Aug 17, 2024 | wcjb.com | Alyssa Jeong Perry

OCALA, Fla. (WCJB) - North Central Florida Media Group hosted its 6th Annual Outdoor Expo. You could spot boats, cars, and fishing gear at the expo Saturday. Many people could have a fun-filled day at the World Equestrian Center. Many vendors were at the outdoor expo for people to enjoy. The President of North Central Florida Media, Howard Tuuri said he is glad to be hosting this event again. “It’s worth wild because you see kids having fun.

Aug 17, 2024 | wcjb.com | Alyssa Jeong Perry

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Early voting ends today in most North Central Florida counties. Two organizations are trying to educate voters before Tuesday’s primary. The purpose of the Souls to Polls event is to educate people before going to the polls on Tuesday. President of the 4A’s, Rodney Long is glad to be having this event. “We are trying to do a couple of things. One, educate voters by allowing candidates seeking office to come out to talk about their platforms.