Local NewsExplosions leads to Lake City man’s arrest Staff Reports Jan 6, 20250 commentsSuspect apprehended after throwing chemical compounds inside plastic bottles into neighboring yard.
EducationEducation Foundation of Alachua County adds new scholarship Staff Reports Jan 6, 20250 commentsAlachua County Public Schools seniors can apply for 81 scholarships, totaling more than $150,000.
NewsFirefighters extinguish blaze on 8th floor at Nine31 Apartments Staff Reports Jan 6, 20250 commentsA fire at Nine31 Apartments in Gainesville was extinguished by firefighters and the building’s sprinkler system early Monday morning. According to an Alachua County Fire Rescue […]
NewsGainesville activates Cold Night Shelter Program Staff Reports Jan 6, 20250 commentsTemperature to dip below 40 degrees Fahrenheit Monday through Wednesday nights.
CrimeArmed felon arrested after standoff in Bradford County C.J. Gish Jan 6, 20250 commentsMultiple law enforcement agencies help nab fugitive.
SportsGainesville, Hawthorne earn wins at Eastside Invitational Marty Pallman Jan 5, 20250 commentsHurricanes travel to face Hornets on Tuesday.
SportsWilliston turnovers costly in loss at Andrew Jackson Mike Ridaught Jan 3, 20250 commentsDe’Andre Harvey scored 21 points, but Red Devils couldn’t overcome 19 turnovers in a 65-44 loss in Jacksonville.
EducationDeSantis reappoints two UF Board of Trustees members Staff Reports Jan 3, 20252 commentsPatel, Cole are both currently on the board.
SportsRidaught: 10 high school hoops games to be broadcast in January Mike Ridaught Jan 3, 20250 commentsContests to feature top teams in area.
NewsAlachua County Sheriff’s Office spokesperson to retire after 21 years C.J. Gish Jan 3, 20254 commentsArt Forgey’s last day will be Monday, Jan. 6.
Local LivingLifeSouth sends blood to New Orleans, encourages January donations Staff Reports Jan 3, 20250 commentsJanuary is National Blood Donor Month.
NewsCar crashes into utility pole, kills Lake City couple Staff Reports Jan 3, 20250 commentsSingle-vehicle accident occurs Thursday afternoon on SW Baya Drive.
NewsFirefighters contain residential house fire on SW 57th Road Staff Reports Jan 3, 20250 commentsNo injuries reported as blaze destroys structure.
NewsAlachua County Fire Rescue adds new equipment to arsenal Staff Reports Jan 3, 20251 commentDepartment acquires new items for firefighter safety and efficiency.
EducationTop 5 education stories to watch for in 2025 Glory Reitz Jan 2, 20250 commentsSuperintendent search, rezoning on Alachua County Public School’s list.
NewsGRU reports foul smell around Gainesville not emanating from its facilities C.J. Gish Jan 2, 20255 commentsGainesville residents complain of odor throughout city.
Food + DrinkAnother Broken Egg Cafe to open Jan. 13 Lillian Hamman Jan 2, 20251 commentUniversity Tower Center to be first of seven locations in Southeast expansion.
NewsLaw enforcement searches for missing person on Lake Santa Fe C.J. Gish Jan 2, 20250 commentsAbandoned kayak found on Wednesday night.
CrimeGainesville man charged with stalking, planning attack on pro-Israel group Staff Reports Jan 2, 20250 commentsMan traveled to Plantation with multiple guns, ammunition.
Local LivingTop famous names from Alachua County Glory Reitz Jan 1, 202510 commentsFrom an ace pilot to musicians and authors, many call this county home.
Government + PoliticsNew year brings 10 new state laws in effect Glory Reitz Jan 1, 20250 commentsLaws range from protecting seniors’ finances to criminalizing harassment of first responders.
CrimeChiefland man arrested for killing brother on New Year’s Eve Staff Reports Jan 1, 20250 commentsIncident followed domestic dispute at Manatee Farms subdivision.
NewsMainstreet’s most-viewed stories of 2024 Staff Reports Jan 1, 20250 commentsTop stories include HCA’s surgical shutdown, Ginnie Springs shootings and Celebration Pointe companies filing for bankruptcy.
Local LivingHoliday History: New Year’s Day traditions Tim Price Jan 1, 20250 commentsEating black eyed peas a long-standing Southern tradition.