U.S. News & World Report recognizes UF Health hospitals among top in state
Aug 4, 2026
Shands ranked among top 50 nationally in five medical specialties.
16 arrested in Alachua County’s ‘Operation Firewall’ targeting online child exploitation
Aug 4, 2026
Multiple law enforcement agencies participate in July 30 through Aug. 1 crackdown.
UF forms search committee to find next provost
Aug 4, 2026
Joe Glover has served as interim provost since September 2024.
Drivers urged to slow down as Alachua County students return to school Aug. 10
Aug 4, 2026
Motorists encouraged to remain alert for school buses, crossing guards and pedestrians.
Gainesville Housing Authority to host annual Back-to-School BBQ on Saturday
Aug 4, 2026
Free community event to feature backpacks, school supplies, food and family activities.
Oak Hammock of UF earns 2026 Bronze National Quality Award
Aug 4, 2026
Award in recognition of retirement community’s commitment to enhancing quality care.
More than 3,100 graduates to celebrate 2026 UF Summer Commencement
Aug 3, 2026
Three ceremonies slated for Friday and Saturday at Exactech Arena.
National Night Out event slated for High Springs on Tuesday
Aug 3, 2026
Florida law enforcement agencies to join community leaders, residents for event.
First Federal Foundation invests $10,700 into Alachua County education
Aug 3, 2026
Fund to support programs that support students, families and educators.
Urban Meyer’s UF Football Ring of Honor ceremony slated for Oklahoma game
Aug 3, 2026
Two-time national championship head coach to be inducted Nov. 7 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
Alachua County deputies arrest 2 teens following string of burglaries in LaCrosse
Aug 3, 2026
Teens break into business and vehicle.
Firefighters contain Suwannee Lumber Mill fire
Aug 3, 2026
Fire started Sunday morning at facility’s dry kiln in Cross City.
Gainesville wins Sister Cities award for partnership with São José do Rio Preto
Jul 31, 2026
Partnership started in 2024.
Matheson History Museum to host talk on early Spanish Florida history
Jul 31, 2026
Judith Bense to give presentation on her book on Wednesday.
Gainesville man convicted of felon in possession of firearm, ammunition
Jul 31, 2026
Federal jury finds Reginald Davis guilty.
Longtime Gainesville activist Pam Smith to receive Susan B. Anthony Award
Jul 30, 2026
Award to be presented at Women’s Equality Day Luncheon on Aug. 22.
Alachua County seeks applications for Small Grant Initiative
Jul 30, 2026
Maximum award is $5,000 per organization.
Voices Rising Community Chorus to register new singers on Aug. 9
Jul 30, 2026
Registration to take place at Oak Hall School.
CAMPUS USA Credit Union surpasses $4 billion in assets
Jul 30, 2026
Credit union serves members in 24 counties in Florida.
City of Gainesville to host 2026 Business Matchmaker networking event
Jul 29, 2026
Event to be held at UF Reitz Union on Friday.
‘Conversations About Death and Dying’ slated for Saturday
Jul 29, 2026
Event to take place at Alachua County Headquarters Library in Gainesville.
Gainesville Fine Arts Association showcases Jessica Carter’s ‘florida/woman’ exhibition
Jul 29, 2026
Photographic self-portraits to be on display from July 29 through Aug. 8.