High Springs Farmers’ Market reopens in a new location next to City Hall
Autry Ellison says he has a big hand and he holds it up to show off a giant Atlantic white jumbo shrimp that is dangling above […]
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Gas prices stall as COVID-19 cases spike in Florida
Florida gas prices increased by a penny last week, but any additional gains may be hard to come by, as Florida experiences a surge in COVID-19 cases. […]
Breaking News: Employees at four Publix locations in Gainesville test positive for COVID-19
A Publix Super Markets spokesperson confirmed on June 27th that employees at four store locations in Gainesville have tested positive for COVID-19. According to Media Relations […]
West End homeowners band together to protect their backyard from developer
More than 30 homeowners who enjoyed West End Golf course as their backyard want to keep it that way. A week after receiving development plans submitted […]
Bronson Speedway owner responds to Bubba Wallace controversy
Ann Young, owner of the Bronson Speedway, released the following statement on the Bronson Speedway Facebook page: As Bronson Speedway’s sole owner, a woman in […]
Got coins? Local businesses might need them
When the economy shut down in March due to the COVID-19 pandemic, coins stopped circulating and that has started to impact local businesses. The Federal Reserve […]
Florida gas prices hold at $2.02 per gallon
Florida gas prices have held steady through the past 10 days. The average price at the pump is $2.02 per gallon. The Gainesville region is averaging $2.09 […]
Alachua County real estate market sending mixed signals with May report
The May sales report is in and the data is sending mixed signals. May 2020 sales are down 28% compared to May 2019. “Even though closings […]
‘Grip it, rip it, sip it’ at new axe throwing bar coming soon to Gainesville
Entrepreneur Suzanne Gilbert says opening an axe throwing bar in Gainesville is an “ax-cellent” and “ax-iting” new venture. The former marketing executive and professional poker player […]
Developing Story: Plans submitted for 487-unit development at former West End Golf Club
The Alachua County Planning staff met with JBrown Professional Group on June 16th to discuss a proposed 487-residential unit development that includes an 80-room hotel. According to […]