SportsSanta Fe, Lafayette top divisions at Crafty Gemini Preseason Showcase Marty Pallman Aug 15, 20250 commentsArea volleyball teams prepare for new season with tournament.
Government + PoliticsGainesville selects millage rate increase, preps for shortfalls in future budgets Seth Johnson Aug 14, 20255 commentsFinal votes come in September.
Food + Drink6 Alachua County farmers markets to visit Lillian Hamman Aug 14, 20256 commentsCity of Alachua to offer vendors free selling space for first month.
EducationNewberry Community School launches official Facebook page Nick Anschultz Aug 14, 20251 commentCharter school is scheduled to open in fall of 2026.
EducationACPS launches two additional communication tools to connect families, schools Nick Anschultz Aug 14, 20250 commentsApp and Rooms come on heels of new district website and messaging platform.
SportsOak Hall expects success after rare losing season Marty Pallman Aug 14, 20250 commentsRJ Fuhr returns to Eagles’ sideline after taking one year off as head coach.
EducationAlachua County School Board revises public comment policy Nick Anschultz Aug 13, 20255 commentsBoard workshop comes after recent tumultuous meetings.
Government + PoliticsMicanopy to stay debt-free with water filtration upgrade Lillian Hamman Aug 13, 20250 commentsCommunity center reports after-school programs improve literacy by 92%.
CrimeGainesville man receives 35-year sentence for drug trafficking, firearm charges Staff Reports Aug 13, 20251 commentSuspect also faces charges of attempted first-degree murder in Alachua County.
News2 vehicles hit, kill High Springs man, 73, walking on US 41 Staff Reports Aug 13, 20251 commentIncident occurs Wednesday morning north of High Springs.
Sports6 area volleyball teams to compete in 2nd Annual Crafty Gemini Preseason Showdown Mike Ridaught Aug 13, 20250 commentsMatches start on Thursday at 5:30 p.m., followed by third place and championship games at 7 p.m.
SportsGHS knocking on postseason door Mike Ridaught Aug 13, 20250 commentsSchedule is challenging with a total of seven playoff teams on slate.
Local LivingGRACE Marketplace celebrates opening of new library Kirsten Rabin Aug 13, 20253 commentsThe Lynx bookstore provided 1,300 books for homeless shelter in Gainesville.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County approves rezoning near Newnans Lake, praises concessions Seth Johnson Aug 12, 20254 commentsConditions announced for dark sky lighting, roadway access.
Government + PoliticsGainesville to consider millage rate increase at Thursday’s final budget meeting Seth Johnson Aug 12, 20253 commentsStaff to present three scenarios.
EducationChildren’s Trust hears update on Community Literacy Collaborative Plan Nick Anschultz Aug 12, 20252 commentsBoard presented with ‘framework’ to improve literacy in Alachua County
CrimeNewberry commissioner offers $1K reward to find Veterans Memorial Park flag thief Lillian Hamman Aug 12, 20251 commentU.S. Rep. Kat Cammack to arrange new flags for park.
NewsGainesville Regional Utilities starts sewer repairs near Chiles Elementary Staff Reports Aug 12, 20250 commentsEmergency repairs to take several months and impact area traffic.
NewsDeSantis appoints Kristine Van Vorst to 8th Judicial Circuit Court Staff Reports Aug 12, 20250 commentsVacancy created after resignation of Judge Mark Mark Moseley in April.
Government + PoliticsAlachua fires City Attorney Marian Rush Lillian Hamman Aug 12, 202526 comments3-2 vote leaves city with 30 days to find replacement.
SportsUF to become first college to use facial authentication Express Entry for fans Staff Reports Aug 12, 20250 commentsStarting this football season, the University of Florida will be the first college to use a facial authentication program to allow fans to enter home games […]
SportsRams seek fourth straight playoff appearance Mike Ridaught Aug 12, 20250 commentsEastside has 23 wins under Harold “Gator” Hoskins in just three seasons.
Food + DrinkHole-in-one round-up of 8 Gainesville donut shops Lillian Hamman Aug 11, 20253 commentsMade-to-order, hot and ready, mochi, cake and yeast offerings for everybody
Education“Our celebrities”: Alachua County students return to school Nick Anschultz Aug 11, 20252 commentsKanapaha Middle School students receive red-carpet treatment on first day.