HealthLocal nonprofit helps people get health insurance and quit using tobacco Ronnie Lovler Dec 16, 20230 commentsFocus now is on Open Enrollment in the federal health insurance marketplace.
SportsBuchholz edges Eastside, continues hot start Marty Pallman Dec 16, 20230 commentsBobcats improved to 5-1 and remain undefeated at home.
SportsFast start helps P.K. Yonge top The Rock Mike Ridaught Dec 16, 20230 commentsLady Blue Wave force 17 turnovers in opening quarter and build early 11-0 lead.
Government + PoliticsGainesville city manager warns of more budget cuts Seth Johnson Dec 15, 20238 commentsCurry says city may not provide same support to local organizations.
EducationAlachua County students sweep thespian competition Staff Reports Dec 15, 20230 commentsHigh school and middle school students will move to state competitions in spring.
SportsRidaught: FHSAA out with new, in with old Mike Ridaught Dec 15, 20230 commentsBoard votes to eliminate Suburban-Metro football playoff system implemented two years ago.
NewsDixie County collision kills 1 Old Town man, seriously injures 2 Staff Reports Dec 15, 20230 commentsThree-vehicle incident occurs north of Cross City.
NewsGainesville Fire Rescue battles two Thursday blazes Staff Reports Dec 15, 20230 commentsFires occur on NW 16th Street and NW 18th Street.
SportsMainland finishes atop regional football power poll rankings Marty Pallman Dec 15, 20230 commentsHawthorne, Buchholz and Bradford land in top five.
NewsSemi strikes, kills Welborn man on I-75 Staff Reports Dec 15, 20230 commentsIncident occurs near Archer Road exit.
CrimeSuspect arrested for Palms of Archer shooting Staff Reports Dec 15, 20231 commentOne injured in Thursday incident.
Government + PoliticsGRU Authority to search for permanent general manager Seth Johnson Dec 14, 20232 commentsAuthority also continues contract for new attorney, looks into auditor position.
Government + PoliticsGainesville commission OKs one item, punts another sent by GRU Authority Seth Johnson Dec 14, 20232 commentsDelay will tighten GRU turnaround for financial support extension.
NewsLake City to rename road for 12-year-old killed in home Staff Reports Dec 14, 20230 commentsCeremony scheduled for Monday.
NewsLevy County motorcycle accident kills Ohio man Staff Reports Dec 14, 20230 commentsIncident occurs on County Road 345.
Local LivingFlorida Finds: Kika Silva Pla Planetarium Ronnie Lovler Dec 14, 20232 commentsGainesville’s only planetarium provides prime opportunity for stargazing.
SportsHawthorne’s Keenon Johnson named Athlete of the Week Mike Ridaught Dec 13, 20230 commentsJohnson had 21 carries for 110 yards in Hornets’ 22-13 Class 1R state title win over Madison County.
Government + PoliticsNewberry approves future land use first reading for NC Ranch Glory Reitz Dec 13, 20232 commentsCommission also approved text amendment to comprehensive plan.
NewsAlachua County Health Department issues rabies alert Staff Reports Dec 13, 20230 commentsStay cat tests positive in area between Newberry and High Springs.
EducationFlorida grant awards $5M to expand teacher apprenticeships Staff Reports Dec 13, 20231 commentFunds to provide 200 participants a no-cost pathway to become a teacher.
BusinessDowntown business to host light contest Saturday Seth Johnson Dec 13, 20230 commentsResidents can vote online.
SportsSanta Fe’s Amy Crosby signs with College of Central Florida Mike Ridaught Dec 12, 20230 commentsCrosby has a career .412 batting average and a .505 on base percentage in three seasons with the Raiders.
NewsSuwannee River Water Management renews permit to pump 1M gallons daily Glory Reitz Dec 12, 20231 commentGoverning board issues final order based on administrative law judge recommendation.
Government + PoliticsAlachua sheriff notes issues with new jail phone system Seth Johnson Dec 12, 20233 commentsJail transitioned to three, free 15-minute calls per day.