Donna Green-Townsend
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Aired June 15th, 2012 Earlier today the Secretary of Homeland Security and the President announced that they will stop deporting the children of undocumented immigrants and begin giving work permits to younger people who came to the U.S. as children. This decision will affect as many as 800,000 immigrants, and allow them to apply for work authorization without the fear … Continue reading President Obama proposes major immigration changes
Aired on WUFT on June 13th, 2012 “Suicide” is often considered a sensitive topic in society. But independent radio producer Rich Halten says he hopes his recent Murrow Award winning documentary on the subject can help make a difference to people thinking about taking their life. Halten recently produced a documentary called “Splash” telling the story … Continue reading Documentary on Sunshine Skyway Bridge jumpers wins national Murrow Award
Aired on WUFT on June 12th, 2012 A Gainesville man is recuperating after being attacked by a 9-foot alligator near a homeless campsite in the woods east of South Main Street last evening. Alligator attacks are not uncommon in Florida, especially this time of year when more people are outdoors and recreating near water bodies. … Continue reading Tips to avoid alligator attacks
Aired on WUFT on May 29th, 2012 This weekend between 10 to 15 thousand people were attending the Florida Folk Festival at the Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park in White Springs. As Florida’s 89.1, WUFT-FM’s Donna Green-Townsend reports, White Springs is in Hamilton County and was in the target area for high winds … Continue reading Beryl cuts the music a little short at the Florida Folk Festival
Aired on WUFT on May 25th, 2012 Memorial Day weekend is usually one of the busiest times on Florida’s waterways, lakes, rivers and the ocean. According to statistics compiled by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Office of Boating and Waterways, the number one cause of boating deaths in Florida is drowning, so wildlife … Continue reading Beware of “jumping sturgeon” in the Suwannee River this Memorial weekend
Aired on WUFT on May 25th, 2012 The 60th Annual State Folk Festival got underway today in White Springs just north of Lake City and runs thru Sunday night. Florida’s 89.1, WUFT-FM’s Donna Green-Townsend talked with longtime festival performer Tom Shed about the history of the longest running folk festival in the country.
By Donna Green-Townsend Aired on WUFT on May 15th, 2012 The Frank Stronach Plant Science Center is the home of the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Science’s agronomic, fruit and vegetable research efforts. Today marked the dedication of the conference center to Stronach himself. The celebration wasn’t without controversy. Protesters turned out … Continue reading Frank Stronach facility dedication also draws protesters over Adena Ranch water permit requests (05/15/2012)
The Gatorbone Band is an award winning, world class band whose repertoire includes Bluegrass, Americana, Swing, Old-Time, and Jazz. The band features Jason Thomas on fiddle, Lis Williamson on guitar, banjo and vocals, Lon Williamson on standup bass and vocals and Gabe Valla on guitar and vocals. Lis Williamson is an award-winning songwriter. … Continue reading Lis and Lon Williamson, The Gatorbone Band and the Driftwoods
Aired on WUFT on April 26th, 2012 In the weeks following the January I-75 tragedy that left 11 people dead, Republican State Representative Keith Perry from District 22 pushed lawmakers for improved signage along the interstate. Perry says the accidents that occurred during the smoky and foggy conditions on the section of the interstate crossing Payne’s … Continue reading In the wake of I-75 tragedy motorists will soon see improved signage
Aired on WUFT on April 10th, 2012 Nature-based tourism can benefit an area’s environment and economy. That’s according to a newly released University of Florida study. UF Associate Professor of Ecotourism and Natural Resource Management, Taylor Stein conducted his research in the popular tourist destination of Costa Rica, an area with similar ecotourism opportunities as Florida. Stein … Continue reading Local environment can benefit from eco-tourism