EducationFlorida Supreme Court justice to step down to lead UF’s Hamilton School Nick Anschultz Nov 19, 20251 commentCharles Canady has served on Florida Supreme Court for 17 years.
Government + PoliticsAlachua’s Tara April special permit postponed to January hearing despite protest Lillian Hamman Nov 18, 20256 commentsApplicant asks for delay one night before meeting.
HealthMedicare Open Enrollment ends on Dec. 7 Ronnie Lovler Nov 18, 20250 commentsElder Options in Gainesville assists with signups.
EducationNewberry Community School Board selects new charter school principal Nick Anschultz Nov 18, 20251 commentLacy Roberts to assume principal duties on Dec. 15.
SportsAll-star volleyball games bring top talent to Alachua tonight Mike Ridaught Nov 18, 20250 commentsTotal of 41 seniors will be participating in “The Prep Zone All-Star Showcase.”
Sports4 area teams ranked in first girls basketball regional poll Mike Ridaught Nov 18, 20250 commentsDefending Rural state champion Wildwood begins on top.
NewsAlachua County issues burn ban for next 7 days Staff Reports Nov 18, 20250 commentsCounty cited risk of wildland fire spread, drought.
SportsRidaught: Girls and boys hoops officially underway Mike Ridaught Nov 17, 20250 commentsArea teams primed for successful seasons.
NewsStar Center Children’s Theatre awarded $2.5K McDonald’s Golden Grant Nick Anschultz Nov 17, 20250 commentsTheatre among 12 North Florida and South Georgia organizations to receive grant.
BusinessAlachua Chick-fil-A marks grand opening with free meal giveaway Lillian Hamman Nov 17, 20250 commentsCows Eat Free giveaway for costumed customers on Thursday.
HealthMother files wrongful death suit after toddler overdose at UF Health Seth Johnson Nov 17, 20250 commentsMisplaced decimal point caused overdose, lawsuit says.
Local NewsCrews quench Sunday brush fire between High Springs, Newberry Staff Reports Nov 17, 20250 commentsFire contained to 4 acres within half an hour.
NewsSneak peek: Newberry unveils city hall Lillian Hamman Nov 15, 20253 commentsTours build momentum before Nov. 24 ribbon cutting.
Sports3 Santa Fe volleyball players sign collegiately Mike Ridaught Nov 15, 20250 commentsTrio helped lead Raiders to within one game of Class 4A final four.
SportsEastside dominant in playoff win against South Sumter Mike Ridaught Nov 15, 20250 commentsRams led from start to finish for sixth straight victory.
SportsHawthorne routs Branford in regional semifinals Cam Parker Nov 15, 20250 commentsHornets’ quarterback Richard Roundtree Jr. tallies three touchdowns in 42-0 win.
Government + PoliticsHigh Springs drains emergency reserves to pay surprise $900K bill Lillian Hamman Nov 14, 202512 commentsMiller voted mayor, Bloodsworth Jr. vice mayor.
SportsRidaught: First-year football coaches lead Chiefland, Santa Fe into playoffs Mike Ridaught Nov 14, 20251 commentIndians’ Cliff Harrell and Raiders’ Earnest Graham ready for Friday’s games.
Government + PoliticsGainesville commission receives IT updates, comprehensive plan timelines Seth Johnson Nov 14, 20252 commentsIT contract savings used to build independent department.
Local LivingScheduling conflicts lead to 2025 Holiday Craft Festival cancellation Nick Anschultz Nov 14, 20253 commentsUF’s Stephen C. O'Connell Center has hosted annual event for over 30 years.
NewsOld Town woman, 74, dies in crash in Dixie County Staff Reports Nov 14, 20250 commentsIncident occurs on NE 836th Street southwest of Bell.
NewsFort White motorcyclist dies in collision with sedan Staff Reports Nov 14, 20250 commentsIncident occurs on County Road 778 southeast of Fort White.
EducationGPD school resource officer pepper sprays 2 students fighting at Lincoln Middle School Staff Reports Nov 14, 20252 commentsIncident happens on Thursday morning.
SportsBuchholz holds off Oviedo to take playoff opener Marty Pallman Nov 14, 20250 commentsBobcats win 49-41 shootout against visiting Lions in Region 1-6A Quarterfinals.