Government + PoliticsHawthorne celebrates groundbreaking for new food bank, resource center Lillian Hamman Mar 3, 20260 commentsFacility with local and county services to open in August 2026.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County report outlines medical debt buyout for 31,000 residents Seth Johnson Mar 3, 20266 comments$30 million in local debt already purchased by nonprofit.
EducationUniversity of Florida suspends Krishna Lunch for first time in 55 years Lillian Hamman Mar 3, 20267 commentsOrganization to replace box truck with electric carts following student accident.
Government + PoliticsDeSantis announces 2 local judicial appointments Staff Reports Mar 3, 20260 commentsJudges named for Eighth Judicial Circuit Court and Alachua County Court.
CrimeFHP seeks help in identifying driver involved in fatal Dixie County hit-and-run Staff Reports Mar 3, 20260 commentsCollision occurred on Feb. 25 on US Highway 19 in Old Town.
Government + PoliticsGainesville plan board votes on “oopsies” from past development overlaps Seth Johnson Mar 2, 20264 commentsHistoric district buffer to come under close review.
Faith + InspirationAnew to add Creator’s Space, more safe beds with 10-acre donation Lillian Hamman Mar 2, 20260 commentsSex trafficking survivors to learn leadership and entrepreneurial skills.
SportsRidaught: The Rock School varsity team wins first state title in program history Mike Ridaught Mar 2, 20260 commentsLions win Sunshine Independent Athletic Association final on Sunday.
NewsTennessee motorcyclist critically injured after collision with semi on I-75 Staff Reports Mar 2, 20260 commentsCollision occurs at mile marker 429 in Columbia County.
Local LivingGatornationals to roar this weekend for 56th edition Seth Johnson Mar 1, 20260 commentsRace to kickstart 75th NHRA season.
SportsSeason ends for Newberry, area schools Mike Ridaught Feb 28, 20260 commentsBuchholz, Columbia, Eastside, and Newberry all fall on the road.
SportsWilliston’s state title hopes end in overtime Mike Ridaught Feb 28, 20260 commentsFHSAA Rural state runner-up Red Devils played in their third state championship game in four seasons.
SportsWilliston wins first state title in program history Marty Pallman Feb 27, 20260 commentsSophomore Kierce Solomon shot 7-of-9 from 3-point range for a game-high 25 points.
EducationSchool Board of Alachua County OKs revised boundary maps at workshop Nick Anschultz Feb 27, 20260 commentsMultiple schools slated for closure.
EducationUF launches search for new dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine Nick Anschultz Feb 27, 20260 commentsCurrent dean Dana Zimmel is retiring at the end of the year.
SportsRidaught: Which area hoops team will win it all? Mike Ridaught Feb 27, 20261 commentWilliston boys, girls teams play for Rural state titles on Friday night.
Government + PoliticsFlorida Legislature to end GRU Authority tug-of-war with 24-word amendment Seth Johnson Feb 26, 202616 commentsGainesville mayor authorized to send letters to state leaders.
Food + DrinkCheck out 10 coffee trucks caffeinating Gainesville Lillian Hamman Feb 26, 20264 commentsGrab a cup of joe on go from any of these locally owned setups.
Local LivingPancake breakfast to benefit Newberry’s Prum family on Saturday Lillian Hamman Feb 26, 20260 commentsFamily lost home to fire during Cambodian mission trip.
BusinessGainesville brothers open 2 indoor golf clubs with third planned for Alachua Seth Johnson Feb 26, 20260 commentsFuture Country Club provides private golf simulator access.
SportsEastside trio to play college football Mike Ridaught Feb 26, 20260 commentsThe trend continues for the Eastside football team. Earlier this month, on National Signing Day, four Eastside football players signed with NAIA schools to play college […]
EducationMainstreet to print 1,800 extra copies for classroom use Seth Johnson Feb 26, 20260 commentsCounty issues Newspaper in Education Week proclamation.
EducationUF Board of Trustees approves up to $3M salary for next president Nick Anschultz Feb 25, 20261 commentBoard’s vote came during a virtual meeting on Monday.
ElectionsWilliams, Menadier and Youmas to run for Alachua City Commission Seat 3 Lillian Hamman Feb 25, 20262 comments Incumbent Dayna Williams’ three-year term to be contested on April 14.