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The Rundown from WUFT News

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“The Rundown from WUFT News,” hosted by Kristin Chermont Spina, is a half-hour radio program and podcast that takes a deeper look at the stories shaping North Central Florida, the Nature Coast, and beyond — wherever the news touches the community. Tune in for thoughtful storytelling that keeps you informed and connected every Thursday at 1 p.m. on WUFT 89.1/90.1.

Be sure to visit the podcast's website and support the creator: www.wuft.org

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Latest episode

Oct 1, 2026

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Episodes

Dunnellon residents frustrated by town council's heated exchanges 09.04.2026

After a rail tie fire in early February prompted an initial emergency response from the city, some members of the community now feel that the issue is being overshadowed by the exchanges between the city council members and those in the community. Some are even calling for a council member to resign.

The town of Melrose hosted its first Wildflowers Music Festival 02.04.2026

Organizers called it a success, while neighbors called it a disruption. WUFT’s Megan Gonzales has been following the festival all the way from the ‘approval’ process to the conclusion of the Festival last month.

The GPD has yet to sign an agreement with ICE 26.03.2026

The Gainesville Police Department still has not signed an agreement with ICE, but they will have to eventually. WUFT’s Megan Gonzales sat down with GPD spokesman Art Forgey to learn more.

An update on the drought in North Central Florida 19.03.2026

Though we’ve seen small amounts of rain in our forecast, rainfall amounts have not been enough to improve drought conditions.

Budget talks stall the Florida legislative session 12.03.2026

In a case of déjà vu from last year’s session, the Florida House and Senate can’t seem to agree on the budget. Host Kristin Chermont Spina speaks with WFSU capital reporter Tristan Wood to break down how we got here, and what will happen next.

The Florida House passed a bill that would give control of Gainesville Regional Utilities to the state 05.03.2026

Host Kristin Chermont Spina spoke with state government reporter Tristan Wood about what that could mean for GRU customers and the city.

An update on the Dunnellon rail tie fire 26.02.2026

A reporter in Marion County shares the results of her ongoing investigation into the Dunnellon rail tie fire earlier this month.

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