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🍂 Did you feel that little taste of fall this morning? We sure did!After another long, hot and humid North Florida summe...
09/24/2026

🍂 Did you feel that little taste of fall this morning? We sure did!
After another long, hot and humid North Florida summer, we’ll gladly take that first little bit of crispness in the air. 🍁

One of the things we love about being locally owned and operated is that we live and work right here alongside the same friends, neighbors and customers we serve. We’re opening the front door in the morning, letting that cooler air move through the house, clearing out some of that stale summer air and, if you have pets like so many of us do, probably chasing a few dust bunnies around too.😂

And just like everyone else, we’re looking forward to everything that comes with fall in our community.

Of course, cooler mornings also mean something we haven’t talked much about on our page lately… 🔥 your heating system.

You know that smell the first time you turn the heat on for the season? That little “burnt dust” smell that lets you know the heater has officially been put back to work. You may not be reaching for the thermostat just yet, but now is a good time to start thinking about your system before the first truly cold morning sneaks up on us.
If you have questions about preparing your heating system for the season, want to have it checked, or notice that something doesn’t sound or feel quite right when you turn it on, give me a call. I’m always happy to help.

Until then, enjoy this little taste of fall. We certainly are. 🍂
— Wayne Blankenship
📍 Southern Solutions Air & Heat LLC
🤝 Locally Owned & Operated ❄️🔥

Kitchen Remodel a Mess? Call TrashHelp of North Florida and "Let's Talk Trash"! 🗣There’s nothing quite like seeing an ol...
09/23/2026

Kitchen Remodel a Mess? Call TrashHelp of North Florida and "Let's Talk Trash"! 🗣
There’s nothing quite like seeing an old kitchen torn out and a brand-new one come together. Unfortunately, somewhere between “before” and “after” is usually a pretty impressive pile of debris. 😅
That’s where TrashHelp of North Florida comes in.
Whether you’re a homeowner tackling a renovation or a contractor working through a complete kitchen remodel, we offer roll-off dumpster rentals and full-service junk removal to help keep the jobsite clean and the project moving.

Kitchen renovation debris can include:
🔨 Old cabinets & countertops
🏠 Flooring & drywall
🚰 Sinks, faucets & plumbing fixtures
💡 Light fixtures & renovation materials
🪵 Wood and other construction debris
🗑️ General remodeling waste

With 12-, 15-, 20- and 30-yard dumpsters, we have multiple options depending on the size of your cleanup.
📍 Locally owned and operated in North Florida.
🦸‍♂️ TrashHelp of North Florida
📞 (352) 448-0809
🌐 RSVP you dumpster at www.trashhelpnorthflorida.com

🚛 Junk in the truck, not in your way.

🧩  Do you know the difference between Term Life and Whole Life Insurance?Life insurance can feel extremely confusing, so...
09/21/2026

🧩 Do you know the difference between Term Life and Whole Life Insurance?
Life insurance can feel extremely confusing, so it’s important to understand your options before choosing a policy.
⏱️ TERM LIFE INSURANCE

Term life insurance provides coverage for a specific period of time, such as 10, 20 or 30 years, and generally does not build cash value. Term life insurance can provide affordable protection during years when financial responsibilities may be higher, including:

🏡 A mortgage
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Raising a family
💳 Paying off debt
💵 Replacing income if something happens to you
.
🔒 WHOLE LIFE INSURANCE

Whole life is a type of permanent life insurance designed to provide coverage for your lifetime, as long as the policy remains in force. Depending on the policy, whole life insurance may offer:

✅ Cash value that builds over time
✅ Predictable premiums
✅ Lifetime coverage
✅ A death benefit for your beneficiaries
.
The best place to start is simply understanding your options before making a decision.
Which one is right for you? That depends on your age, budget, family needs and long-term financial goals. Have questions about life insurance?
📌 Contact Cliff Armentrout
📲 (904) 468-6751

Armentrout Medicare & Senior Benefits

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High Springs police, fire department cuts worry residents.⬇️

09/18/2026

🏹 ARCHERY + CROSSBOW SEASON OPENS THIS SATURDAY! 🦌
Florida’s Zone C archery season officially opens this Saturday, September 19 are you ready?
🎯 Stop by AFL Alachua Farm and Lumber for a full selection of all your last-minute gear and accessories. We have you covered, and remember, “Tax-Free Holidays” are in full swing.

🏹 Bows & archery equipment
🎯 Arrows, targets & accessories
🔧 Bow maintenance & adjustments
🧵 Bow restringing
⬆️ Upgrades & replacement accessories
🦌 Hunting supplies & gear

At AFL Alachua Farm and Lumber , we also offer a wide variety of services for your bow. If you need maintenance, restringing, adjustments, or upgrades, our archery department can help get your equipment ready for hunting season.

From hunting and fishing to farm, feed, horses, livestock, garden, homestead, and lumber supplies, we are your locally owned neighborhood store for the outdoor lifestyle.
Shop local. Hunt local. Support local.
📌 AFL Alachua Farm and Lumber
📍 14101 NW 145th Ave, Downtown Alachua
📲 386-462-3003
🌾 FARM • FEED • HUNT • FISH • GARDEN • LUMBER • HOMESTEAD

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Newberry, FL

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