EducationAlachua County Public Schools to lower magnet acceptance requirements Glory Reitz Nov 9, 2023Half of students will be chosen through lottery system, up from 25%.
SportsP.K. Yonge’s Lillie Nesty named Athlete of the Week Mike Ridaught Nov 9, 2023Nesty won two Class 1A state titles and set two school records for the Lady Blue Wave, who finished eighth overall at state.
NewsWindsor Court Apartments fire damages four units Staff Reports Nov 9, 2023No injuries reported in Thursday morning blaze.
SportsBuchholz and Eastside host first-round playoff games Mike Ridaught Nov 9, 2023MDN is partnering with NFHS Network to provide a video broadcast of the Bobcats and Rams on Thursday and Friday.
NewsCantore’s live reports in Cedar Key delivered lesson on storm surge danger Suzette Cook | UF/IFAS Nov 9, 2023The Weather Channel meteorologist reported from UF/IFAS building during Hurricane Idalia.
NewsMicanopy students take home 100 laptops Glory Reitz Nov 8, 2023AT&T and Human IT to donate another 100 to Hawthorne students next week.
SportsWilliston’s Hayes signs with the University of West Florida Mike Ridaught Nov 8, 2023All Area selection Nevaeh Hayes batted .426 as a junior and helped lead the Red Devils to a 26-3 record.
SportsFour Buchholz athletes headed to Division-I schools Mike Ridaught Nov 8, 2023Three Bobcat baseball players and one girls golfer signed their National Letter of Intent on Wednesday.
NewsSchool board approves turnaround plans for Lake Forest, Idylwild Glory Reitz Nov 8, 2023Abbitt, Certain push for proactive measures such as year-round school.
SportsGHS athletes sign college volleyball letters of intent C.J. Gish Nov 8, 2023Three players from Hurricanes’ district champion, regional semifinal team make Division-I commitments.
NewsSchool Board requests 5-year facilities plan Glory Reitz Nov 8, 2023ACPS staff to create capital work plan.
NewsTwo-vehicle collision kills 1, injures 3 in Columbia County Staff Reports Nov 8, 2023Crash occurs at intersection of County Road 240 and County Road 131.
HealthLeapfrog Group gives UF Health Shands an “A” safety grade Staff Reports Nov 8, 2023National nonprofit accesses quality and safety in hospitals.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County approves study for 4,000-acre Hickory Sink property Seth Johnson Nov 7, 2023UF plans to immediately start next step for golf course development.
NewsHigh Springs taps newcomers Miller, Tapanes for city commission Seth Johnson Nov 7, 2023Both incumbents fall by almost 250 votes.
SportsBranford loses close state championship match Marty Pallman Nov 7, 2023Buccaneers make first title round appearance in school history.
EducationAlachua County School Board elects McGraw as chair Glory Reitz Nov 7, 2023McNealy to continue as vice chair as vice chair.
Government + PoliticsNewberry Planning and Zoning Board shapes comprehensive plan Glory Reitz Nov 7, 2023Plan is projected to be finalized in May.
HealthScammers use Elder Options phone numbers to trick seniors Olivia Hanna Nov 7, 2023No client data was breached.
Local LivingSweetwater Wetlands Park to celebrate addition to state wildlife list Seth Johnson Nov 7, 2023Event includes tours, sign unveiling and scavenger hunt.
SportsOak Hall’s season ends in Winter Haven Mike Ridaught Nov 7, 2023State 2022 runner-up Boca Raton Christian swept the Eagles to set up a rematch in the 2A title game.
NewsGainesville climbing gym to expand by Depot Park Seth Johnson Nov 6, 2023The Knot aims to finalize land sale in 2024.
SportsBranford sweeps Newberry in 1A, advances to first-ever title game Mike Ridaught Nov 6, 2023Kennedy Walker and Jadyn Mosley lead Bucs with 15 and eight kills, respectively.
CrimeLCPD arrests suspect linked to burglaries Staff Reports Nov 6, 2023Crime spree started Friday until suspect apprehended on Sunday.