Commission to discuss east side grocery store—again
The Gainesville City Commission is set to hold a special meeting at 1 p.m Thursday to discuss building a grocery store on the east side of […]
Alachua approves two power contracts
The Alachua City Commission unanimously approved two contracts for bulk power supply with Gainesville Regional Utilities (GRU) and Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA) after opening its […]
Local protesters rally to support Cubans
Cries of “Abajo la dictadura!” rang out amidst honks from passing cars as a group of protesters stood at the corner of University Avenue and 13th […]
Pandemic spurs growth in disc golf
The Gainesville Chain Hawks Disc Golf Club hosts a tournament this Saturday at Northside Park. It’s BYOP―bring your own partner. Chris Clark, former chairman of the […]
City leaders search for answers to gun violence
The 8th Street Convenience Store looks typical with its yellow sign, red lettering and mural showing a couple of gators and white egrets inside a wetlands […]
Alachua farm for rescue horses to reopen Saturday
Mill Creek Farm reopens for the public this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. after a 16-month closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The price […]
Police: Citizens are protecting shooters
Local law enforcement officials said members of the Gainesville community are shielding those responsible for recent shootings and called on citizens to come forward during a […]
FHP launches traffic enforcement operation
The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) continues its crackdown on dangerous driving, focusing on speeding and seat belts this week during Operation Southern Shield. The enforcement event […]
Shands: COVID-19 cases on the rise
UF Health Shands Hospital is treating 70 patients with COVID-19 as of Monday, an increase from 14 patients just 16 days ago and half the number […]
Radio stations draw blood donors, give tickets
Horns kept honking Saturday at the DJs Unite for LifeSouth blood drive as five Gainesville radio stations broadcast live from the sidewalk off Newberry Road in […]