SportsHawthorne’s Andrew Zock named Athlete of the Week Mike Ridaught Dec 6, 20230 commentsZock finished with eight total tackles, two tackles for a loss, a forced fumble and a fumble recovery in a 49-0 win against Blountstown in the 1R state semifinals.
SportsSikes, Vice named small school, big school coaches of the year Mike Ridaught Dec 6, 20230 commentsMendy Sikes led Branford to its first state title game, while Gainesville’s Chancie Vice led her team to its first district title in 12 years.
EducationSchool board delays superintendent contract discussion Glory Reitz Dec 6, 20232 commentsCitizens say superintendent pay raise is unfair to teachers.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County Commission votes on procurement plan, hunting Seth Johnson Dec 6, 20230 commentsCommissioners also look to limit trailer trucks on certain roads.
EducationSasse: UF not negatively impacted by Florida political climate Seth Johnson Dec 5, 20232 commentsUF president says New York Times article erred.
SportsRaiders’ Dylan Lovelace signs to play baseball at Santa Fe College C.J. Gish Dec 5, 20230 commentsSanta Fe High School senior picked up six wins on mound last season.
EducationSF College to host fall commencement this week Staff Reports Dec 5, 20230 commentsBoth ceremonies to be held in Santa Fe gymnasium.
SportsSanta Fe, GHS highlight Bosshardt Realty All Area teams Mike Ridaught Dec 5, 20230 commentsRaiders and Hurricanes place five players apiece on big school first and second teams.
EducationNumber of challenged ACPS books hits 12 Glory Reitz Dec 4, 20232 commentsDistrict staff works to apply new state statute in standard practice.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County increases impact fees, adds new fee in latest version Seth Johnson Dec 4, 20234 commentsMobility fee has been reconfigured.
SportsRidaught: All-Star volleyball games offered one last time to wear school jersey Mike Ridaught Dec 4, 20230 commentsMore than 40 North Central Florida high school players participate at event.
EducationGainesville civil rights leader Charles Chestnut III dies at 83 Seth Johnson Dec 4, 20232 commentsChestnut served on Alachua County Commission and school board.
NewsUF announces third round of strategic funding awardees Staff Reports Dec 4, 20230 commentsNearly $11 million awarded for 10 new projects.
NewsDixie County dump truck accident critically injures Steinhatchee man Staff Reports Dec 4, 20230 commentsTruck carrying lime rock overturns on NE 538th Street.
SportsBranford, Oak Hall, Newberry dominate small school All Area volleyball team Marty Pallman Dec 4, 20230 commentsBucs finish 1A runner up while Panthers, Eagles advance to state semifinals.
NewsGainesville holiday parade returns Glory Reitz Dec 3, 20231 commentSteve Spurrier serves as grand marshal.
SportsSpecial teams end special season for Buchholz Mike Ridaught Dec 2, 20231 commentMissed extra point in fourth quarter proves to be difference in 21-20 loss to Lakeland in 4S state semifinals.
NewsGainesville leaders remember Rosa Parks, honor local minister Seth Johnson Dec 1, 20230 commentsEvent marks third annual “Day of Courage” program.
NewsGainesville Regional Utilities lowers fuel cost rate by 5 mills Seth Johnson Dec 1, 20235 commentsNew rate marks the fourth reduction in 2023.
CrimeGPD arrests suspect who vandalized Chabad Jewish Student Center C.J. Gish Dec 1, 20232 commentsLaw enforcement locates suspect who wrote hate messages on center.
SportsRidaught: Buchholz, Bradford one win away from state title game Mike Ridaught Dec 1, 20230 commentsBobcats seek first title game appearance since 1990 and Tornadoes since 1985.
SportsHawthorne dominates Blountstown, looks to defend state title Marty Pallman Dec 1, 20230 commentsHornets allow one first down in 49-0 Class 1R state semifinal win.
SportsBuchholz, new coach Elliot Harris move to 2-0 Mike Ridaught Dec 1, 20230 commentsThree players scored in double figures to give Harris his first home win at Buchholz.
NewsNewberry celebrates new Safe Haven Baby Box Glory Reitz Dec 1, 20232 commentsBox stands as safe option for mothers to surrender newborns.