Viral fight video triggers extra security at Chiefland school
Mar 12, 2021
Two months after a video of altercations at a Chiefland school surfaced and was shared and viewed by millions, the Levy County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) has […]
State preemption blocks BOCC’s rights of nature initiative
Mar 10, 2021
When Orange County voters in 2020 approved a charter referendum that attempted to recognize the Wekiva River’s right to exist and the right for all citizens […]
Youth fair closes with a business lesson and more
Mar 10, 2021
Auctioneer Cracker Johnson jokes about not being able to read the handwriting on a youth fair member’s announcement sheet just as the swine is about to […]
County at vaccine capacity, awaits more eligibility
Mar 10, 2021
The Alachua County Health Department had 3,000 COVID-19 vaccines up for grabs at a recent clinic for the 65 and older population, but only 1,300 were […]
Boat falls off trailer on SR 26 in Trenton
Mar 9, 2021
A motor boat detached from a trailer and landed on State Road 26 in Trenton on Tuesday night. At about 7 p.m. the vessel dubbed “On […]
Newberry election qualification period opens
Mar 9, 2021
Update: Incumbent Commissioner Tim Marden has now qualified to run for reelection. “I’m so proud to serve such a great community,” Marden wrote in a Facebook […]
Youth livestock show wraps up with live auction
Mar 9, 2021
Carson Willis of Alachua left the show ring on Saturday with her market steer and a grand champion blue ribbon. Now that 1,222-pound steer is up […]
Viral video sparks turmoil in Levy school district
Mar 8, 2021
A viral social media video showing a student altercation at Chiefland Middle High School and what the school calls “disinformation” is causing phones to “blow up” […]
BOCC tackles rental assistance, COVID-19, rights of nature
Mar 8, 2021
The Alachua County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) will tackle a packed agenda on Tuesday during a regular meeting that starts at 11:30 a.m. County Health […]
ASO: Gainesville man shot by deputies attacked girlfriend, neighbor
Mar 8, 2021
The Alachua County Sheriff’s Office (ASO) has identified the Gainesville man who was shot and killed during an exchange of fire with deputies on Friday, March […]
Dozens apply for Cuscowilla manager job
Mar 8, 2021
The job comes with an onsite three-bedroom home, a company vehicle and more than 200 acres of property including conservation lands just outside the door. As […]
Elected officials compete in goat costume show before ribbon cutting
Mar 7, 2021
It wasn’t the goat in the rainbow tutu or the one dressed like a sailor that stole first place in the celebrity show featuring the costuming […]
Primping in high gear at the youth livestock show
Mar 6, 2021
They don’t call it a show for nothing. While Newberry 4-H member Bryer Boyd, 8, was preparing her lionhead rabbit on Saturday with a checklist of […]
Shooter dead after ASO deputies return fire
Mar 5, 2021
Update: ASO spokesman Art Forgey released a statement Friday night saying multiple deputies involved in the shooting have been placed on leave, pending the investigation. He did […]
Weigh-ins begin, livestock arrive at Alachua County youth fair
Mar 5, 2021
The first rule of raising a market swine for the 2021 Alachua County Youth Fair and Livestock Show: Don’t give it a name. Eleven-year-old Eli Surrency […]
Van collides with train in Newberry
Mar 4, 2021
A Hobe Sound, Florida, man driving a van on W. Newberry Road on Wednesday collided with a moving train. According to Alachua County Sheriff’s Office spokesperson […]
Newberry farm auction nets record crowd and sales
Mar 3, 2021
A wedding planner drove away in a stretch limo, a farmer forked over $125,000 for a John Deere tractor and a thrift shop owner added a […]
Alachua County to explore purchase of High Springs church
Mar 2, 2021
Alachua County has decided to explore the purchase of a church property in High Springs with a vision for a joint community services hub operated in […]
Newberry gearing up to hold vaccine walk this weekend
Mar 2, 2021
The Rotary Club of Gainesville and Newberry Mayor Jordan Marlowe are teaming up this weekend to get the word out about COVID-19 vaccine efficacy and registration. […]
Unlocked cars led to 12 break-ins, 4 stolen guns
Mar 2, 2021
As the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office (ASO) continues its investigation of 12 car burglaries in Newberry last week, Newberry Mayor Jordan Marlowe is asking residents to […]
BOCC to tackle zero waste, rental unit permits, church purchase
Mar 1, 2021
In a special meeting at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday afternoon the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) will determine the next steps in developing a zero […]
UF canine blood bank program benefits pets and owners
Mar 1, 2021
When Kenzie the 6-year-old greyhound is done with her procedure at the University of Florida’s Small Animal Hospital (SAH), she gets a can of food, a […]
County sets in motion scenic designation of Tuscawilla Road
Mar 1, 2021
There are centuries of history packed into the mile-long stretch of road that connects historic downtown Micanopy with U.S. Highway 441, making it a candidate for […]
Virtual tribute spotlights champions of GHS integration
Feb 26, 2021
They are known as the G3. Three students who attended Gainesville High School and forever changed its policy by standing up for themselves and demanding to […]