Government + PoliticsCity staff—not commission—to approve Alachua land developments Lillian Hamman Jun 24, 20254 commentsMotion conforms Alachua with new state law taking effect July 1.
Government + PoliticsNewberry reallocates $2 million for Champions Park improvements Lillian Hamman Jun 24, 20250 commentsCity Commission establishes Mayor Youth Council.
CrimeLake City woman arrested after entering home with handgun, making threats Staff Reports Jun 24, 20250 commentsPolice set up perimeter around NE Lake Drive residence.
NewsGainesville police investigate aggravated battery in North Lincoln Heights Staff Reports Jun 24, 20250 commentsVictim found unconscious with severe trauma to head.
FeaturedState semifinalist Trenton places 4 on All Area small school baseball team Marty Pallman Jun 24, 20250 commentsTigers finished season with 24-5 record.
EducationAlachua County Public Schools loses three top financial administrators Lillian Hamman Jun 23, 20253 commentsJaremczuk and Esposito resign to take new jobs in education
Local LivingOak Hammock plays bridge to raise funds for Alzheimer’s Association Seth Johnson Jun 23, 20251 commentTournament estimated to raise $10,000.
SportsRidaught: Trio of Gators could be NBA bound Mike Ridaught Jun 23, 20250 commentsWalter Clayton Jr., Will Richard and Alijah Martin projected to be drafted.
SportsBranford, Trenton highlight All Area small school softball team Mike Ridaught Jun 23, 20250 commentsUnion County (Lake Butler) and Williston had the most selections with three apiece.
Business6 Gainesville restaurant closings in 2025 Lillian Hamman Jun 20, 20257 commentsFavorite local and American chains make Gainesville cuts.
EducationUF selects Clemons as next vice president for government and community relations Staff Reports Jun 20, 20253 commentsPosition left vacant in February
NewsGainesville celebrates new improvements at Duval Nature Park Seth Johnson Jun 20, 20250 commentsParking lot, ADA trail added.
Government + PoliticsGainesville considers ending fire exemption for charitable, religious entities Seth Johnson Jun 19, 202511 commentsExempted organizations could pay combined $525,000.
Government + PoliticsAlachua Education Task Force adopts 2025 strategic plan Lillian Hamman Jun 19, 20250 commentsCollaboration with SBAC depends on superintendent response.
BusinessFeeline Good Cat Café to close on Saturday after 4 years Lillian Hamman Jun 19, 20254 commentsCafé surpassed 1,000 adoptions.
NewsChief Book announces retirement from Santa Fe College as department wins award Seth Johnson Jun 19, 20250 commentsHe’s worked in law enforcement for more than 40 years.
NewsFirefighters respond to fatal accident in Hawthorne Staff Reports Jun 19, 20250 commentsVictim entrapped in two-vehicle accident on US Highway 301.
EducationGainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center to recruit record-breaking class Lillian Hamman Jun 18, 20250 commentsSchool poised to achieve APPLE’s Gold Seal accreditation.
Local NewsGainesville police, FBI settle investigation into explosive device found in Airbnb Seth Johnson Jun 18, 20254 commentsNo charges being pursued.
BusinessStay on your feet: New device shows how to prevent a fall before it happens Ronnie Lovler Jun 18, 20251 commentGainesville business provides device to help develop good posture.
NewsAAA: Teen driver deaths jump in summer months Kellan Howell | AAA Jun 18, 20250 commentsCrash data reveals concerning seasonal patterns occurring between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
Government + PoliticsHawthorne swears in Martin, re-elects Randall, Bouie-Hutchinson Lillian Hamman Jun 17, 20251 commentMitigates June 26-28 homecoming traffic with 8 p.m. closing time.
Government + PoliticsGainesville, Alachua County research bus routes, Hoggetowne Medieval Faire Seth Johnson Jun 17, 202521 commentsCommissions punt on Gainesville Community Redevelopment Area talks.
NewsGainesville will need another $3 million to reopen Thelma Boltin Center Seth Johnson Jun 17, 20254 commentsConstruction cost presents worst case scenario.