FeaturedRidaught: A diamond in the rough Mike Ridaught Apr 26, 20240 commentsWilliston native Quinyon Mitchell marks second straight year an area athlete was selected in the NFL Draft’s first round.
BusinessPNC Foundation provides $56K for Gainesville head start learning play area Staff Reports Apr 26, 20240 commentsNew outdoor play area located at Episcopal Children’s Services center.
Government + PoliticsGainesville approves five emergency response projects Seth Johnson Apr 26, 20240 commentsFacility needs outpacing funding, city staff said.
Sports5-run first inning helps Raiders win 10th straight vs. GHS Mike Ridaught Apr 25, 20240 commentsDylan Lovelace and Jackson McDavid each had a home run for Santa Fe in an 11-1 win over GHS.
NewsNewberry students among 4 killed in Waldo crash J.C. Derrick Apr 25, 202410 commentsMulti-agency criminal investigation ongoing.
HealthFamilies grapple with impact of North Florida Hospital’s surgical shutdown Gary Nelson Apr 25, 202414 commentsBioethicist: Hospital had duty to disclose disruptions.
EducationACPS selects Lopez at School-related Employee of Year Staff Reports Apr 25, 20240 commentsLopez changed careers to help special needs students.
CrimeAlachua County deputies stabilize shooting victim Wednesday evening Staff Reports Apr 25, 20240 commentsVictim found in southwest Gainesville near Tower Oaks Glen Apartments.
BusinessFirst quarter data: GNV airport on track to break passenger record Seth Johnson Apr 25, 20240 commentsStrong start to 2024 could topple 2019 numbers.
Local LivingGainesville’s Plotkin snags second in national crossword competition Seth Johnson Apr 24, 20240 commentsSpeed solvers meet each year for American Crossword Puzzle Tournament.
CrimeSuspects arrested in Bradford County fatal stabbing Staff Reports Apr 24, 20241 commentVictim was dropped off at HCA Florida Starke Emergency Room on Tuesday evening.
SportsKeystone Heights’ Trey Jeffries named Athlete of the Week Mike Ridaught Apr 24, 20240 commentsSenior wins two individual Class 1A state titles at FHSAA Boys Weightlifting Championships
FeaturedEastside culinary students earn medals, scholarships at state skills competition Staff Reports Apr 24, 20240 commentsStudents compete in SkillsUSA Florida State Leadership and Skills Conference.
EducationLincoln Middle School wins annual Civics Challenge Staff Reports Apr 24, 20241 commentSix Alachua County middle schools participate in competition.
Government + PoliticsLibrary district’s long-range plan prioritizes growth, expansion Glory Reitz Apr 24, 20241 commentAlachua County Library District earns 19th clean audit report in a row.
SportsBuchholz celebrates Senior Night with shutout win Marty Pallman Apr 23, 20240 commentsSophomore Aiden Kastensmidt strikes out nine Forest batters
Government + PoliticsAlachua County OKs purchase of Sunrise Inn owned by St. Francis House Seth Johnson Apr 23, 20245 commentsCommissioners discuss Waldo projects.
NewsHigh Springs firefighters rescue stranded cow Staff Reports Apr 23, 20241 commentCow trapped in sinkhole off County Road 236.
NewsGainesville Fire Rescue extinguishes house fire, rescues kittens Staff Reports Apr 23, 20241 commentCrews hindered by downed power line.
Government + PoliticsNewberry passes first reading of big box store zoning in progress Glory Reitz Apr 23, 20240 commentsCommission also requests to cancel joint meeting with BOCC.
SportsCrosby’s home run leads Santa Fe past GHS Mike Ridaught Apr 23, 20240 commentsRaiders score three sixth-inning runs to beat Hurricanes and even two-game series.
Government + PoliticsGNV, UF leaders start weekly negotiations for bus service Seth Johnson Apr 22, 20240 commentsCurrent contract ends June 30.
SportsRidaught: Williston’s Mitchell projected first-round NFL pick Mike Ridaught Apr 22, 20241 commentUniversity of Toledo cornerback earned All American status his junior and senior years.
EducationBuchholz math team wins state competition Glory Reitz Apr 22, 20240 commentsTeam brings back 231 trophies over the weekend.