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Jet crash kills nine in South Florida neighborhood

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A jet crashed into a South Florida neighborhood, killing all nine people aboard and leaving a fiery crater.

Jefferson County Florida DeskNov 3, 2026

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Florida changes quarterbacks against Georgia in second quarter

Jobs and economy

Florida replaced quarterback Aaron Philo with Tramell Jones Jr. during the second quarter of its game against Georgia.

Jefferson County Florida DeskNov 3, 2026

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Jacob Reach answers questions on sheriff plans

Police, fire and courts

Jefferson County sheriff candidate Jacob Reach answered questions about his plans for the office.

Jefferson County Florida DeskNov 1, 2026

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Montgomery enters no-contest plea in Jefferson County case

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Montgomery pleaded no contest and received community control sanctions in Jefferson County, WTOV reported.

Jefferson County Florida DeskOct 31, 2026

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Northern Colorado voter questions Jefferson County ballot

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A Northern Colorado voter raised questions after receiving a ballot for a measure in Jefferson County.

Jefferson County Florida DeskOct 30, 2026

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DEP Orders Trulieve to Address Jefferson County Runoff

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The Florida Department of Environmental Protection has ordered Trulieve to address wastewater runoff at its Jefferson County facility.

Jefferson County Florida DeskOct 6, 2026

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