SportsBranford’s Lachelle Sikes, Mylie Fernandez receive state’s top Rural volleyball honors Mike Ridaught Nov 26, 20250 commentsGainesville’s Jerica Carter-Mitchell finished third in the voting for the 5A Coach of Year.
Government + PoliticsNewberry initiates temporary road requirements for subdivided land Lillian Hamman Nov 25, 20252 commentsCity Commission votes to manage Champions Park.
Local LivingEnjoy nature: Best parks in Gainesville for a Thanksgiving weekend stroll Seth Johnson Nov 25, 20253 commentsFor short or long walks, here’s six options.
SportsHigh school football returns this week on 106.9 FM “I am Country” Mike Ridaught Nov 25, 20250 commentsBuchholz to air on radio while Hawthorne hosts Chiefland on Mainstreet Daily News live stream.
Government + PoliticsGainesville commission, utility leaders spar over $700K in legal fees Seth Johnson Nov 24, 202518 commentsCity lost funding equal to utility’s legal fees.
BusinessNewberry F-300 AgFoodTech Innovation Park receives $5.6 million grant Lillian Hamman Nov 24, 20252 commentsState funds to build innovation park infrastructure.
EducationFlorida education commissioner files complaint against Talbot Elementary teacher Nick Anschultz Nov 24, 20253 commentsEmily Caylen Grace accused of violating state statutes and rules with ‘Mx.’ term.
SportsRidaught: Let’s hear it for the (small school) boys Mike Ridaught Nov 24, 20250 commentsOak Hall wins SSAA 11-man 3A title, Saint Francis Catholic Academy finishes second in 8-man division.
NewsAlachua County extends mandatory burn ban Staff Reports Nov 24, 20250 commentsBan extended through Dec. 2.
SportsBuchholz boys repeat cross country gold, Oak Hall girls earn silver on tiebreak Seth Johnson Nov 24, 20250 commentsFHSAA state championships held Saturday.
EducationGainesville High teacher faces reprimand over student superlative controversy Nick Anschultz Nov 24, 20252 commentsLauren Watts gave student ‘Most Likely to Become a Dictator’ superlative.
NewsFire destroys abandoned residential home in High Springs Staff Reports Nov 24, 20250 commentsMultiple fire agencies respond Sunday night blaze.
NewsAAA: Nearly 82M Americans expected to travel this Thanksgiving Aixa Diza | AAA Nov 24, 20250 commentsConcerns over recent flight cancellations could mean more travelers switch to road trips.
SportsHawthorne dominates Williston in regional final Cam Parker Nov 22, 20250 commentsDerryek Gillins scores four touchdowns in 30-8 win.
SportsBuchholz advances to regional final with late-game heroics against Nease Jackson Colding Nov 22, 20250 commentsJustin Williams scores two touchdowns in finals seconds of 29-17 win.
Local NewsAlachua County food networks see continued demand as new initiative opens Seth Johnson Nov 21, 20251 commentCounty starts fresh food distribution with local farm.
NewsAlachua’s Josh’s Place wins 3-year $120K concert series grant Lillian Hamman Nov 21, 20251 commentConcerts to kick off in April 2026, honoring Josh Harris.
Local LivingThe Martians: A 17-year journey of friendship and fun in Gainesville Ronnie Lovler Nov 21, 20250 commentsMen’s group started in 2008 and meet regularly at restaurants and via Zoom.
Government + PoliticsGainesville sees crime reductions so far in 2025 Seth Johnson Nov 20, 20250 commentsCity Commission approves housing report.
SportsP.K. Yonge’s Cervantes twins sign with Columbus State University Mike Ridaught Nov 20, 20250 commentsIdentical twins to play soccer for Cougars.
SportsUnion County’s Eva Whitehead signs with University of Alabama Mike Ridaught Nov 20, 20250 commentsWhitehead becomes Union County’s first female All American swimmer.
Business‘Cows Eat Free’ on Chick-fil-A’s opening day in Alachua Lillian Hamman Nov 20, 20251 commentNew dining room offers play space for children.
EducationAlachua County Public Schools launches planning initiative Nick Anschultz Nov 20, 20250 commentsSchool district announces 'Our Schools – Future Ready.’
Local LivingDerrick: Mainstreet, Toys for Tots team up J.C. Derrick Nov 20, 20250 commentsCollection runs through Dec. 15.