NewsGRU changes electric tier structure, bills to decrease for most customers Seth Johnson Dec 11, 20247 comments59% of customers to see electric costs lowered.
EducationSchool board approves first reading of book challenge policy update Glory Reitz Dec 11, 20241 commentBoard also questions job abandonment procedures.
SportsGainesville Quarterback Club honors Alachua County’s best Mike Ridaught Dec 11, 20241 commentBuchholz’s Justin Williams and Newberry’s Jarquez Carter named offensive and defensive players of year, respectively.
News2-vehicle collision kills 1, injures 7 near Branford Staff Reports Dec 11, 20240 commentsCrash occurs at State Road 247 and County Road 49.
NewsWilliston Highlands collision kills 1, critical injures 1 Staff Reports Dec 11, 20240 commentsTwo-vehicle crash occurs on State Road 121 north of SE 28th Street.
SportsSikes, Carter-Mitchell named All Area coaches of the year Mike Ridaught Dec 11, 20240 commentsMendy Sikes led Branford to its second straight state title game, Gainesville’s Jerica Carter-Mitchell led Hurricanes to district title.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County approves racquet club exception, energy efficiency program Seth Johnson Dec 10, 20242 commentsCounty also lists priorities for Florida Legislature.
SportsEastside’s Samiyah Daniels signs with Albany State University Mike Ridaught Dec 10, 20240 commentsDaniels becomes first Eastside volleyball player to sign collegiately in nine years.
Local LivingKatie Ledecky discusses new bestselling memoir at Cade Museum Lillian Hamman Dec 10, 20240 comments“Just Add Water” highlights swimmer’s historic career.
EducationDixie County Public Schools introduces 23 electric buses Glory Reitz Dec 10, 20245 commentsNew fleet brings air conditioning to DCPS transportation.
Government + PoliticsNewberry considers wastewater funding options Glory Reitz Dec 10, 20240 commentsCity hesitates on expanding agreement with Easton Archery.
CrimeGPD urges public to come forward with crimes involving Adam Rosenthal C.J. Gish Dec 10, 20240 commentsFormer Gainesville mayoral candidate charged with two out-of-state homicides.
NewsFire burns 50 acres near Chiefland Staff Reports Dec 10, 20240 commentsMultiple units respond to field fire.
NewsHigh Springs firefighters rescue puppy in sinkhole Staff Reports Dec 10, 20241 commentDepartment also assists with brush fire near Springstead neighborhood.
SportsGHS, Santa Fe lead 2024 big school All Area teams Mike Ridaught Dec 10, 20240 commentsHurricanes and Raiders placed nine of 14 players on first or second team.
Local NewsCity and county advisory boards seek volunteers Lillian Hamman Dec 9, 20240 comments26 positions are open between Gainesville and Alachua County.
FeaturedRidaught: Hawthorne, Buchholz seniors set standard for excellence Mike Ridaught Dec 9, 20240 commentsHornets come off fifth straight championship appearance and Bobcats in fourth straight state semifinals.
Government + PoliticsFlorida’s Amendment 5 to occur automatically for Alachua County residents Staff Reports Dec 9, 20242 commentsProperty exemption starts for 2025 taxes.
NewsIllegal stop sign near Cabana Beach Apartments removed Staff Reports Dec 9, 20241 commentGainesville police request help in finding who erected stop sign at intersection.
NewsNewberry teen dies in hunting accident C.J. Gish Dec 9, 20243 commentsVictim transported to UF Health Shands Hospital after firearm accidentally discharged.
EducationGainesville schools combine for 3 national chess titles Seth Johnson Dec 9, 20240 commentsKindergarten, first and 10th grade teams win.
NewsOld Town woman dies in 2-vehicle collision Staff Reports Dec 9, 20241 commentCrash occurs on US Highway 19 northwest of Cross City.
SportsState runner-up Branford dominates small school All Area team Marty Pallman Dec 9, 20240 commentsBucs place five players on first, second teams after 27-4 season.
Local LivingGainesville kicks off holiday season with 2nd annual parade Glory Reitz Dec 7, 20242 commentsOver 100 organizations participated.