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.
NewsUF to begin expanding Innovation District in 2024 Seth Johnson Dec 12, 20230 commentsPlanned expansion to take place over six phases.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County votes to create medical examiner’s office apart from UF Seth Johnson Dec 12, 20231 commentDecision comes while facing time pressure and without set plan.
NewsNew fire station mural remembers firefighter magician Glory Reitz Dec 12, 20230 commentsMural unveiled at Gainesville Fire Rescue Station No. 4 to honor Harold Batie.
NewsVehicle strikes, seriously injures pedestrian in Levy County Staff Reports Dec 12, 20231 commentIncident occurs on US Highway 19 north of Inglis on Sunday.
NewsCivil Rights activist, community leader, honored with street name designation Megan V. Winslow Dec 12, 20231 commentCity of Gainesville unveils signs for late Charles Chestnut III.
EducationUF fall commencement ceremonies slated for this week Staff Reports Dec 12, 20230 commentsMore than 4,100 students to graduate on Dec. 15-16.
EducationUF joins coalition to prepare students for life after college Staff Reports Dec 12, 20230 commentsMembership based on UF’s Quest Program.
NewsDream on Purpose continues yearly growth, to receive $200,000 grant Seth Johnson Dec 11, 20231 commentNonprofit started eight years ago.
EducationAlachua County Public Schools receives “B” grade Glory Reitz Dec 11, 20230 commentsState assessment has fluctuated over the years
SportsRidaught: Hawthorne, P.K. Yonge land in top 10 of first regional rankings Mike Ridaught Dec 11, 20230 commentsBishop Kenny tops first 2023-24 girls basketball Prep Zone Power Poll.
NewsUF presents three awards highlighting ties with local community Seth Johnson Dec 11, 20230 commentsAwards given to local pastor, fire rescue and UF director.
NewsWilliston 3-vehicle accident kills 1, injures 1 Staff Reports Dec 11, 20232 commentsCollision occurs on State Road 121.
CrimeAlachua Police respond to Taco Bell bomb threat Staff Reports Dec 11, 20231 commentNo suspicious items found at restaurant.