Fire Leaves Two Homeless In Lake City

A late night fire Wednesday left two people homeless and a family pet missing. A women was in the residence when the fire started and promptly left with her bags already packed. She reported to have said she always has her bags ready to go.

The male who lives with her arrived late at the scene and had to be stopped from entering the area. He was concerned for the women and was taken to her.

The women was first spotted walking down the road from the fire by responding units. She was being questioned at the scene.

The fire, located at Maitland Terrace and Shelter Glenn is under investigation.

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Careless Driver Crashes Truck Into A House!

A 21yr old man was issued 3 tickets Wednesday after he crashed his truck into a house. Juan Acevedo was ticketed for Tag attached not assigned, reckless driving and of course NO DRIVERS LICENSE! I'm stunned.

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Driver Going Wrong Way Causes Major Crash On I-75 In Columbia County, Florida

A women suspected of driving under the influence caused a multiple car wreck on I-75. She was traveling North in the South bound lanes. Luckily other drivers were not seriously hurt. The wrong way driver was.

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Two Crashes Injure Four. Two Were Toddlers

When I first approached the scene of the rollover, I already heard someone was trapped. I also knew that two little ones were out of the car and were being treated. I'm very happy to say that all the occupants were wearing seat belts. This may have averted a very tragic ending.

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A Classic Hot Rod Show At The Columbia County Fairgrounds!

What a classic car show this was. From a 1923 T Bucket Ford to a 1945 Rolls Royce. They had it all. Even as young as a 1997 Honda Civic. A surprise for me was a P51 fighter plane engine! I hope you enjoy these pictures as much as I enjoyed the event.

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Steve And Paula Celebrate A Great Birthday Together.

Paula and Steve celebrated a great birthday with so many of their friends and Lake City Sports On Tap. It was a great time. Thank you for inviting me.

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Women In Critical Condition After Motorcycle Crash on I-10 Eastbound In Columbia County Florida

A single motorcycle crashed yesterday leaving the female driver in critical condition. Reports state she lost control while braking.

UPDATE: I'm sorry to report the the female rider passed away at Shands hospital in Gainesville, Florida due to her injuries from the crash.

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High Speed Chase Through Three Counties Ends In Injuries.

A high speed chase started in Baker County when a former police cruiser was spotted allegedly doing over 100 mph. Columbia County Deputies Began their persuit on
Hwy 90 west and continued for many miles. The suspect changed his route turning south on C.R.245. The chase was reported to be up to 120 mph. The suspect then lost control 1.3 miles South of C.R.238 and the C.R.245 intersection. He went off the road and slid around 100 feet before hitting a tree. The suspect and his passenger were injured with her injuries(the passenger) being more serious.

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The Olustee Battlefield. Olustee, Florida. Nearly 3000 Dead, Wounded Or Missing From This Historic Battle Fought On Feb. 20th1864

What stirs at this historic battlefield? Look at the pictures and you be the judge. It's best to hit full screen to view the pictures. Full screen can be pressed while Smile Box loads(top right) or after it starts (bottom left).

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Driver Of A S.U.V. Hits A Women And A Little Girl In Crosswalk On Marion St.and Hwy.90.

A women and a little girl were injured after being hit by a women driving a SUV. The women was pushing the little girl in a shopping cart and crossing Hwy90 on
Marion St. in the crosswalk when they were hit.

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Two Head-On Crashes In Columbia County. One Was Serious

Two head-on crashes in lake city left two women injured and taken away to local hospitals. The most serious crash was located on Highway 47 and Watson Rd. around 4P.M. The Sheriff's Dept. could not say who was at fault as the investigation was just starting.

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Three Vehice wreck in Lake City, Florida

Three people were hurt and one was sent by life flight to a Gainesville, Fl. hospital after a three vehicle wreck on Highway 90 in Lake City. All injuries are being considered non-life threatening.

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