SportsWilliston boys tied for No. 2 in power poll basketball rankings Marty Pallman Jan 12, 2024Providence (Jacksonville) snags top spot in regional rankings.
EducationEpiscopal Children’s Services names Pace director as new CEO Staff Reports Jan 12, 2024Natalya Bannister Roby will lead North Central Florida early childhood education program.
NewsTampa man dies in Gainesville accident Staff Reports Jan 12, 2024Two others suffered serious injuries.
EducationSchool board moves rezoning timeline back to 2025 Glory Reitz Jan 12, 2024Superintendent recommends not to approve proposed maps, continue working.
SportsTrenton builds large lead, holds off Union County late Mike Ridaught Jan 12, 2024Visiting Tigers built 20-point first half lead.
Government + PoliticsGainesville commission votes 6-1 for inclusionary zoning Seth Johnson Jan 11, 2024Lot size amendment gets green light on split vote.
BusinessOakmont home breaks ground, sale proceeds earmarked for local charities Seth Johnson Jan 11, 2024ICI Homes expects project to raise more than $126,000 for four local charities.
CrimeLaw enforcement apprehends fleeing homicide suspect Staff Reports Jan 11, 2024Chase starts in Gainesville and ends with suspect crashing vehicle in Columbia County.
Government + PoliticsGRU generation forecast: solar remains sunny, purchased power looks stormy Seth Johnson Jan 10, 2024Plan results show need for a variety of generation assets.
SportsAlachua County to host WMA Indoor Championships Staff Reports Jan 10, 2024First time event will be held in United States.
EducationUF to advance engineering program with $2.5M in strategic funding Staff Reports Jan 10, 2024Funds will go to Industrialized Construction Engineering.
NewsDecember rainfall marks third highest North Florida total since 1932 Staff Reports Jan 10, 2024More than 8 inches recorded during month.
SportsOak Hall’s Andrew Powell named Athlete of the Week Mike Ridaught Jan 10, 2024Eagles senior had 22 points and 12 rebounds in a 72-55 win against Redeemer Christian (Ocala).
BusinessAlachua commissioner reflects on McDonald’s, family history J.C. Derrick Jan 10, 2024Edward Potts talks about former McDonald's CEO and great-uncle Ray Kroc.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County OKs code services extension, 161-acre purchase Seth Johnson Jan 9, 2024Commissioners also approved two development plans.
CrimeGainesville Police investigate homicide at The Park apartments Staff Reports Jan 9, 2024Incident occurs early Tuesday morning.
Local NewsGainesville nonprofit continues GRU lawsuit, responds to judge’s deadline Seth Johnson Jan 9, 2024Nonprofit president says someone must be responsible for House Bill 1645.
EducationSchool Board of Alachua County to cast final rezoning vote on Thursday Glory Reitz Jan 9, 2024If approved, zoning would take effect in 2024-25 school year.
NewsDeSantis declares state of emergency over severe weather J.C. Derrick Jan 9, 2024Storms moving from Panhandle toward North Central Florida.
EducationUF makes interim provost permanent Staff Reports Jan 9, 2024Former IFAS head J. Scott Angle named to succeed Joseph Glover.
NewsACSO deputies shoot armed woman at La Quinta Inn Staff Reports Jan 9, 2024Woman refuses to drop handgun after deputies respond for well-being check.
SportsBuchholz plays to a draw on Senior Night Mike Ridaught Jan 9, 2024Visiting Santa Fe struck first but a late goal in the first half by Buchholz led to a 1-1 tie.
Government + PoliticsAlachua passes first reading of business impact statement Glory Reitz Jan 9, 2024Alachua Chamber also presented overview of plans for the city’s future.
EducationAlachua County Public Schools close for storm Staff Reports Jan 8, 2024Multiple school districts to shut down on Tuesday.