Education Newberry Community School launches official Facebook page Nick Anschultz Aug 14, 2025Charter school is scheduled to open in fall of 2026.
Education ACPS launches two additional communication tools to connect families, schools Nick Anschultz Aug 14, 2025App and Rooms come on heels of new district website and messaging platform.
Sports Oak Hall expects success after rare losing season Marty Pallman Aug 14, 2025RJ Fuhr returns to Eagles’ sideline after taking one year off as head coach.
Education Alachua County School Board revises public comment policy Nick Anschultz Aug 13, 2025Board workshop comes after recent tumultuous meetings.
Government + Politics Micanopy to stay debt-free with water filtration upgrade Lillian Hamman Aug 13, 2025Community center reports after-school programs improve literacy by 92%.
Crime Gainesville man receives 35-year sentence for drug trafficking, firearm charges Staff Reports Aug 13, 2025Suspect also faces charges of attempted first-degree murder in Alachua County.
News 2 vehicles hit, kill High Springs man, 73, walking on US 41 Staff Reports Aug 13, 2025Incident occurs Wednesday morning north of High Springs.
Sports 6 area volleyball teams to compete in 2nd Annual Crafty Gemini Preseason Showdown Mike Ridaught Aug 13, 2025Matches start on Thursday at 5:30 p.m., followed by third place and championship games at 7 p.m.
Sports GHS knocking on postseason door Mike Ridaught Aug 13, 2025Schedule is challenging with a total of seven playoff teams on slate.
Local Living GRACE Marketplace celebrates opening of new library Kirsten Rabin Aug 13, 2025The Lynx bookstore provided 1,300 books for homeless shelter in Gainesville.
Government + Politics Alachua County approves rezoning near Newnans Lake, praises concessions Seth Johnson Aug 12, 2025Conditions announced for dark sky lighting, roadway access.
Government + Politics Gainesville to consider millage rate increase at Thursday’s final budget meeting Seth Johnson Aug 12, 2025Staff to present three scenarios.
Education Children’s Trust hears update on Community Literacy Collaborative Plan Nick Anschultz Aug 12, 2025Board presented with ‘framework’ to improve literacy in Alachua County
Crime Newberry commissioner offers $1K reward to find Veterans Memorial Park flag thief Lillian Hamman Aug 12, 2025U.S. Rep. Kat Cammack to arrange new flags for park.
News Gainesville Regional Utilities starts sewer repairs near Chiles Elementary Staff Reports Aug 12, 2025Emergency repairs to take several months and impact area traffic.
News DeSantis appoints Kristine Van Vorst to 8th Judicial Circuit Court Staff Reports Aug 12, 2025Vacancy created after resignation of Judge Mark Mark Moseley in April.
Government + Politics Alachua fires City Attorney Marian Rush Lillian Hamman Aug 12, 20253-2 vote leaves city with 30 days to find replacement.
Sports UF to become first college to use facial authentication Express Entry for fans Staff Reports Aug 12, 2025Starting this football season, the University of Florida will be the first college to use a facial authentication program to allow fans to enter home games […]
Sports Rams seek fourth straight playoff appearance Mike Ridaught Aug 12, 2025Eastside has 23 wins under Harold “Gator” Hoskins in just three seasons.
Food + Drink Hole-in-one round-up of 8 Gainesville donut shops Lillian Hamman Aug 11, 2025Made-to-order, hot and ready, mochi, cake and yeast offerings for everybody
Education “Our celebrities”: Alachua County students return to school Nick Anschultz Aug 11, 2025Kanapaha Middle School students receive red-carpet treatment on first day.
Local News Largest High Springs food pantry reopens with help from community Lillian Hamman Aug 11, 2025Bread of the Mighty restocks pantry after Community Foundation gives $25k grant.
Crime 4 minors arrested for attempted burglary at Reflections Apartments Staff Reports Aug 11, 2025Suspects reportedly tried to break into vehicles.
Crime Authorities secure rental car after suspicious object found in Lake City Staff Reports Aug 11, 2025Vehicle returned overnight to Enterprise Rent-A-Car with object found inside.