Until August 2018, Sara worked as a multimedia journalist for WCJB TV20 News (ABC) in Gainesville, while attending graduate school at the University of Florida. Below are some of her best stories.

Sara Girard: MMJ / Reporter Reel (Apr 2018)

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INSIDE LOOK: How monkeys stay cool at Jungle Friends

In this Florida heat, volunteers at Jungle Friends Primate Sanctuary have been making sure their roughly 300 monkeys are staying cool this summer. All summer long, just like us, the monkeys have been battling the heat. Founder Kari Bagnall says most of them are from South and Central America where they live in rainforests with plenty of rain and shade to cool them down.

Alachua County voter registration skyrockets thanks to social media

The Alachua County Supervisor of Elections Office said this week that voter registration is skyrocketing, and they are crediting social media. With the deadline coming quickly for the August 28th primary, they're excited about the jump, which has caused them to bring in reinforcements.

Longest Florida ballot in decades means it's time to study up

Elections are coming up and with 13 amendments on the ballot statewide, the Supervisor of Elections wants you to do your research. The Alachua County Supervisor of Elections, Bob Graham Center for Public Service and Santa Fe College Office of Civic Engagement and Service ran eight different voter registration locations today, preparing for the longest ballot in decades.

How does a community heal after this tragedy?

In a split second, two deputies lives were taken. "Initially there's so much shock it's hard to digest," said Dr. Meggen Sixbey, associate director for Crisis and Emergency Resources at the University of Florida. In the next 24 hours, the community was left with many questions.

Trenton woman celebrates 100th birthday

One special woman in Trenton reached a major milestone Wednesday: a celebration few people have the chance to enjoy. "I never thought I'd make it," Virginia Hamler said. Hamler celebrated 100 years old life surrounded by family and friends, sharing memories, hugs, and even a little gossip.

Arming teachers becomes ongoing debate

Since the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, FL multiple proposals have gone through the Florida legislature, and one of them could put a gun in the hands of your child's teacher. The Alachua County Commission has come out with a resolution opposing that bill and asking Governor Rick Scott to impose stricter gun laws.

Rabbit owner makes plea to city to keep his pets

"I can't imagine losing any of them," Von Ruder said. The 57-year-old Gainesville resident suffers from PTSD, Tourettes, and he lost his leg in a rock climbing accident more than 30 years ago. But his rabbits, all "19 or 20" of them take the pain away.

Retention pond fish go belly up in Gainesville neighborhood

A resident of Eagle Trace Townhomes in Gainesville woke up to a fishy situation after he says dead fish surfaced in a nearby retention pond. "We were really concerned because we thought it was maybe fertilizer," said Alexander Black, who says he was worried the water was poisoned.

Buchholz principal removed, investigation reveals misconduct

The former principal of Buchholz High School is transferring to the district's transportation department, and officials say he won't be dealing with students. Mike DeLucas was reprimanded back in September for commenting on a student's dress code violation he had noticed weeks before.

Richard Spencer protesters aim for peace

They didn't back down. In fact, people from around the country joined people in Gainesville to stand against Richard Spencer. They were assertive, but for the most part not violent. "Whose streets? Our streets! Whose streets? Our streets!" chanted hundreds of protesters who swarmed UF's campus.

As Irma cleanup begins, Gainesville neighbors pitch in

Alachua County is seeing some serious damage after Irma as downed trees and power lines clutter the roads. As emergency crews work to clear it all out, some people are taking it upon themselves to help their neighbors. We may be dealing with tropical storm force winds, a shortage of gas and water, and emergency services are as busy as ever.