HealthUF study: Cooling ‘blood oranges’ could make them even healthier Brad Buck | UF/IFAS Jun 30, 20240 commentsToo soon to know if “blood oranges” are a viable crop for Florida.
Local LivingMisplaced fear? Sharks slandered by cinema, inspiring future scientists Gavin Naylor | UF Jun 29, 20241 comment‘Jaws’ portrayed sharks as monsters 50 years ago and inspired future scientists.
CrimeGainesville man sentenced for possession of firearm by felon Staff Reports Jun 28, 20241 commentConvicted felon received 12-year federal prison sentence.
Government + PoliticsHigh Springs votes 3-2 on November referendum about city charter Seth Johnson Jun 28, 20242 commentsFour questions moved forward and four delayed.
SportsRidaught: Newberry’s Hailey Tharp leads off our Senior Spotlight Mike Ridaught Jun 28, 20240 commentsThree-sport athlete advanced to state in volleyball, weightlifting and track and field.
News‘I’m going to break your hand’: Athletes recount unwanted touching from water polo coach Matthew Cupelli Jun 28, 20242 commentsAthletes say coach drunkenly touched player’s face, coerced hugs.
SportsState title, deep playoff runs highlight All Area COY selections Mike Ridaught Jun 28, 20240 commentsTrenton won a softball title and Trenton baseball made final four, while GHS and Buchholz each played for state titles.
NewsFamily sues Ginnie Springs over deadly Memorial Day weekend shooting Seth Johnson Jun 27, 20244 commentsLawsuit claims negligence to provide safe environment.
BusinessTech City grows into future vision Glory Reitz Jun 27, 20240 commentsAlachua development produces more solar power than it uses.
News3 semis, 1 car collision stops southbound I-75 traffic in Gainesville Staff Reports Jun 27, 20240 commentsCrash occurs Thursday morning near Newberry Road exit.
SportsOak Hall’s Fuhr steps down to take offensive coordinator position at Union County Mike Ridaught Jun 27, 20240 commentsEagles announce Randy Brower will serve as interim head football coach for 2024 season.
SportsBuchholz dominates All Area baseball team Marty Pallman Jun 27, 20240 commentsState runner-up Bobcats finish historic season, land five players on squad.
Government + PoliticsGRU Authority votes to keep rates flat, make Bielarski permanent GM Seth Johnson Jun 26, 20240 commentsMembers also confirm $8.5 million transfer to city.
NewsSearby denied bail as ACSO calls for other victims Glory Reitz Jun 26, 20240 commentsMarlowe apologizes for recommending Searby.
SportsFamily, passion attracts Surrency back to coach Hawthorne baseball Mike Ridaught Jun 26, 20240 commentsLongtime mayor, city commissioner coached Hornets from 2004-2011.
EducationUF concrete canoe, Springseeker, sails to victory in Utah Staff Reports Jun 26, 20240 commentsEngineering students have won two national contests in June.
NewsGainesville Housing Authority breaks ground on jobs training center Glory Reitz Jun 26, 20240 commentsCenter tied to general neighborhood improvement initiative.
SportsSummer Sonic Highlights: Buchholz boys cross country Mike Ridaught Jun 26, 20240 commentsBuchholz finished second at state this past season.
SportsSanta Fe, GHS softball top big school All Area team Mike Ridaught Jun 26, 20240 commentsHurricanes, Raiders claim seven of 11 positions on 2024 squad.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County votes on Hawthorne codes, expanded language access Seth Johnson Jun 25, 20241 commentCommissioners OK phase 2 for language access policy.
Local NewsGroup gathers to pray for 91-year-old victim of sexual assault Lillian Hamman Jun 25, 20241 commentAuthorities have arrested 14-year-old for attack.
Government + PoliticsNewberry approves LifeSoils lease agreement, discusses Searby Glory Reitz Jun 25, 20241 commentCitizen commenters continue raising questions about charter school conversion.
ElectionsVoter registration deadline for primary election slated for July 22 Staff Reports Jun 25, 20240 commentsPrimary election scheduled for Aug. 20.
SportsNewberry leads All Area small school baseball team Mike Ridaught Jun 25, 20240 comments1A regional finalist Panthers led way with four players followed by Trenton and Oak Hall with two each.