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A new episode of The Point is out now for July 27, 2021:
https://t.co/B5zXjghTM5

Also available on -
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Apple Podcast: https://t.co/drDtErXbl9

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Check out the LATEST episode I've produced for The Point, a podcast from WUFT-FM 89.1/90.1 and NPR! Big thanks to @SarahMandile and guest @EliseElder9. The Point team, we've done it again! @K__Moorehead, @meli_feito, @MeleahLyden, @atmontalto, @VAntonshchuk, @EwingSami

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@erikaclesi @K__Moorehead @meli_feito @MeleahLyden @atmontalto @VAntonshchuk Great episode Erika!! Proud of you 🤩

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For today’s episode, I spoke with @sydneyboles about her article on a coal ash spill near Jacksonville. I really enjoyed reading her article and you can check it out here: https://t.co/Ms6Cnra58Z

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A new episode of The Point is out now for June 8, 2021:
https://t.co/H1K61SeUEz

Also available on -
Spotify: https://t.co/MrG1vAaFac
Apple Podcast: https://t.co/drDtErXbl9

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For today’s episode I spoke with @Michaela_Mull about youth solitary confinement in Florida and I learned a LOT.

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A new episode of The Point is out now for May 20, 2021:
https://t.co/spwnW1fnJN

Also available on -
Spotify: https://t.co/MrG1vAaFac
Apple Podcast: https://t.co/drDtErXbl9

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For today’s episode, I spoke with @JMMeszaros about how USF students and faculty are pushing back after the university expressed interest in developing its nature preserve. Our conversation reminded me of UF student’s efforts a few months ago to save McCarty Woods.

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A new episode of The Point is out now for May 11, 2021:
https://t.co/mbHOLjQKvT

Also available on -
Spotify: https://t.co/MrG1vAaFac
Apple Podcast: https://t.co/drDtErXbl9

[Sarah @SarahMandile]

Today is my first day taking over as Tuesday’s host for The Point! I spoke with @marcar313 about the nationwide ammunition shortage and cover other top stories of the day. Check out the episode at the link below:

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A new episode of The Point is out now for May 4, 2021:
https://t.co/CUhF71B6FE

Also available on -
Spotify: https://t.co/MrG1vAaFac
Apple Podcast: https://t.co/drDtErXbl9

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@NPRinterns This is so niche and the answer is yes

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During these training courses, deputies practice defensive driving, offensive driving, the correct deployment of stop sticks, and pit maneuvers, Forgey said.

This is the first page of ACSO's 10-page pursuit policy, outlining protocol for car chases.

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Nov. 30, ACSO deputies were led on a chase with a stolen car. Today I spoke with spokesperson Art Forgey about how they prepare for moments like this.

He said each year, deputies train at the road course on the Gainesville Raceway.

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Photo from ACSO website

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During public comments, some individuals expressed frustration that the investigation wasn't available to the public sooner. There was very little information available on the meeting agenda.

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The audit examined accusations of discrimination and retaliation against the city manager. There was no finding of discrimination but the audit concluded with a recommendation of termination on the basis of retaliation.

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In a 4-3 vote, the Gainesville city commission voted not to fire City Manager Lee Feldman after discussing an external audit in a special meeting this evening.

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The Florida Highway Patrol recommends that travelers get their cars inspected before beginning long drives.

Patrick Riordan says a common cause of accidents is old tires on campers or trailers that haven't been used in a while.

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As Thanksgiving approaches, many Floridians are preparing to travel to visit family.

Patrick Riordan, a public affairs officer for the Florida Highway Patrol, says Thanksgiving is the busiest holiday travel time of the year.

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Lanette Six, president of the theatre board, says Chief Theatre serves the community by educating, entertaining and providing a getaway for its audiences.

She directed the theatre’s 2018 performance of a Woodstock version of Much Ado About Nothing.

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Plays and musicals aren’t the only events that have been held inside the theatre. One of the actors, Brandy Colón-Vega, had her wedding there last year.

She said she has many treasured memories at the theatre and when it temporarily closed she was heartbroken.

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Chief Theatre, located in Chiefland, Florida, is the oldest community theatre serving Levy, Dixie and Gilchrist counties.

The theatre had to briefly close its doors following COVID-19 restrictions, but after a few months of fundraising efforts, is reopening its doors.

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Alachua County Supervisor of elections is currently live-streaming the County Growth Management Area Amendment recount on their Facebook page.

The feed has been streaming for about 3 hours and 45 min and shows masked workers running ballots through counting machines
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