Starbucks offers free coffee to front-line responders throughout December
In response to the recent rise in COVID-19 cases and to recognize the significant efforts of the front-line responder and health care community, Starbucks announced today […]
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Starbucks offers free coffee to front-line responders throughout December
In response to the recent rise in COVID-19 cases and to recognize the significant efforts of the front-line responder and health care community, Starbucks announced today […]
Lowest Thanksgiving gas prices in state since 2008
Floridians who took a holiday road trip last week found the lowest Thanksgiving gas prices in 12 years. Florida gas prices averaged $2.03 per gallon on Thanksgiving Day. […]
Walt Disney World to lay off 4,000 more employees than it initially reported
The Center Square – The Walt Disney Co. is planning to layoff about 4,000 more employees than it initially reported to the federal government because of […]
Economists project mid-2021 turnaround for Florida’s $90 billion tourism industry
The Center Square – Florida’s $90 billion tourism industry will begin to rebound about mid-2021 with the number of visitors forecast to be near pre-pandemic levels […]
Despite the challenges of an industry hit hard by COVID-19, Fluid Lounge continues to be thankful
TIOGA – You know you’re going through a tough year when someone you don’t even know sends you $200 for groceries. Yet that’s exactly what happened […]
Florida gas prices rise 4 cents ahead of Thanksgiving
Fuel prices increased last week after another round of COVID-19 vaccine news. News reports promoting the efficacy of these vaccines have spurred optimism within the fuel […]
Missing Canadian ‘snowbirds’ could have impact on Florida’s winter tourism industry
The Center Square – An estimated 1 million Canadians spend up to six months wintering in the Sunshine State, contributing an estimated $6.5 billion to Florida’s […]
Tiny homes neighborhood coming to Newberry?
Newberry commissioners are in favor of exploring a new ordinance that would welcome tiny homes to the neighborhood. By definition, a tiny home is 120 to […]
‘Teach-back’ communication may lower patients’ risk for diabetes complications, hospitalizations
A simple doctor-patient communication technique known as “teach-back” may lower the risk of health complications, hospitalizations and health care costs for patients with diabetes, according to […]
Disney World brings back park hopping Jan. 1st
Walt Disney World announced on Nov. 20th that park hopping will start again on Jan. 1st, 2021. According to the official Disney Parks Blog, “Starting Jan. […]
UF medical students learn high-stakes trauma care in a low-risk environment
Blood bubbles up and pours from a deep wound on the patient’s leg. A bruise extends from her shoulder down to her chest and abdomen. Her […]
Golden Grants: North Florida McDonald’s Operators awarding $15,000 to benefit teachers and students
Educators and individuals who represent programs and organizations that fuel the imagination, education and growth of students can apply for a North Florida Golden Grant. This […]
Florida’s average gas price slips below $2 per gallon
Florida gas prices inched lower last week. The state average declined by only 1-cent. After previously declining by margins of 3-4 cents, this was the smallest weekly decline in […]
University of Florida Health ranked on two Forbes Magazine lists of best workplaces
With its flagship hospital already ranked the best in Florida, University of Florida Health has earned two more distinctions: It is No. 12 on Forbes’ list […]
Neighborhood workshop on GRU solar project in Archer is tonight
A special exception application for a major utility and solar energy collection facility known as Sand Bluff Solar Project will be discussed tonight (Nov. 17th) at […]
County Commission to consider $46 million sports complex plan at Celebration Pointe
Alachua County will consider opting in on a public private partnership for a proposed $46 millon mixed-use regional indoor sports events center at Celebration Pointe in […]
Florida gas prices are lowest in five months; state average could drop below $2
Florida’s gas price plunge continued last week. The state average has declined 36 consecutive days for a total discount of 19 cents. It now appears the state average is on the […]
Gilchrist County voters say yes to Sunday alcohol sales referendum
Gilchrist County residents are in favor of allowing alcohol sales on Sundays. Now it’s up to the Board of County Commissioners to decide the fate of […]
Florida gas prices plunge to 4-month lows; more discounts expected
Florida gas prices sank to their lowest level since June. The state average dropped 4 cents last week to an average price of $2.05 per gallon. Gas prices are on a 29-day streak of declines, […]
Florida’s $15 minimum wage measure poised to pass
The Center Square – If a thin margin holds, Florida voters Tuesday were poised to narrowly approve a constitutional amendment requiring the state’s minimum wage to […]
County Building Department migrating to Citizenserve permitting software
The Alachua County Building Department will be migrating to its new building permitting software, Citizenserve, beginning Friday, November 6, and finishing Monday, November 9, 2020. The […]
Farmers unite for annual Fall equipment auction in High Springs
Auctioneer Matt Westmoreland and his son Colby are walking down the row of tractors as 2-year-old Bohie, Colby’s son, is “checking the oil” on each machine. […]
20 nonprofits qualify for CARES Act funding
Alachua County is moving forward with the disbursement of $46.9 million in Federal CARES Act dollars by adding public safety salary reimbursements and finalizing nonprofit applications. […]
Wawa opens new Gainesville store
Wawa, Inc. today announced the opening of its new store, located at 1007 East University Ave., in Gainesville. Wawa’s newest store will provide customers with access to necessary […]