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Northern Florida
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- Lower Gulf Coast - Florida
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- Space Coast - Florida
- Upper Atlantic Coast and Jacksonville - Florida
Area Info
Northern Florida is the "quiet" part of the state, untouched by much of the frenetic development of the South and the Atlantic Coast. Here, the emphasis is on Florida's rich legacy of natural beauty, and the different ways of experiencing it: boating, canoeing, hiking and camping, cycling, and bird-watching are popular leisure activities. But that doesn't mean Northern Florida is devoid of more fast-paced excitement: the chief city, Gainesville, is home to the University of Florida, a sports mecca that boasts national championship teams in several sports. Gainesville also serves as the cultural center for the area, and is home to acclaimed galleries and theater groups.
The Gulf Coast of this region, the northern part of what is known as "the Nature Coast," is one of the most sparsely populated—and best preserved—areas of Florida. Vast wetlands near the coast provide habitat and nurseries for birds and other species. Winding through this part of the state is the famed Suwannee River.
Articles
Local News from Gainesville Sun via Yahoo! News
UF showing off plans for old Shands AGH site
Mar 15, 2010 7:30 pm
By Chad Smith Staff writer The University of Florida today released renderings of the business incubator it is planning for the former site of Shands AGH on Southwest Second Avenue. (Photo courtesy of...
Vacant house burns down in High Springs
Mar 15, 2010 7:30 pm
By Karen Voyles Staff writer A Sunday night fire that destroyed a vacant home in High Springs is under investigation.
Deputies investigate jewelry store break-in
Mar 15, 2010 3:15 pm
By Karen Voyles Staff writer The Alachua County Sheriff's Office is investigating an apparent smash-and-grab theft at a Gainesville-area jewelry store.
Weekly road report for March 15
Mar 15, 2010 3:15 pm
Staff report The following road work by the Florida Department of Transportation and the city of Gainesville could impact traffic this week.
Mar 15, 2010 3:15 pm
By Karen Voyles Staff writer Gas prices rose again over the past week, topping $3 a gallon in some parts of Florida. At least some analysts are predicting the recent price hikes are unsustainable.
Area agencies have experience using Baker Act
Mar 15, 2010 10:17 am
By Cindy Swirko Staff writer The goal of Alachua County Sheriff Sadie Darnell is to have 100 percent of her staff trained in crisis intervention.
Mar 15, 2010 10:16 am
By Kevin Brockway Staff writer Florida (21-12) will be making its 15th NCAA Tournament appearance in school history and 10th under coach Billy Donovan.
Student picks wrong home for break-in
Mar 15, 2010 10:16 am
By Lise Fisher Staff writer A man trying to break into a southwest Gainesville home early Sunday made the mistake of picking the home of a martial arts trainer with a black belt.
Top Fuel's Schumacher smokes teammate in the final
Mar 15, 2010 10:16 am
By Robbie Andreu Staff writer Winning never gets old. Even if you're Tony Schumacher. The winningest Top Fuel driver in the history of NHRA drag racing added yet another important victory to his resum...
Cheering crowds say goodbye to Gatornationals
Mar 15, 2010 10:16 am
By Lise Fisher Staff writer NHRA officials reported "huge crowds" throughout the remainder of the Gatornationals racing event
