NewsSemi overturns on I-10 exit ramp, kills Georgia man Staff Reports Dec 16, 20240 commentsTractor-trailer comes to rest on its roof.
NewsLake City motorcyclists dies in collision with ATV in Union County Staff Reports Dec 16, 20240 commentsMotorcyclists hits back of ATV on County Road 18.
EducationFlorida Museum reschedules construction timeline Staff Reports Dec 16, 20240 commentsMuseum will now close on March 24, 2025.
SportsGainesville defense overwhelms rival Buchholz Marty Pallman Dec 13, 20240 commentsHurricanes hold host Bobcats to 12 first-half points.
Government + PoliticsGainesville denies tax break for 7 market rate student apartments Seth Johnson Dec 13, 20248 commentsOpt out part of new Live Local Act.
BusinessThe Paper Bag Deli grows to three locations Lillian Hamman Dec 13, 20242 commentsNew storefront to open on Tower Road.
Government + PoliticsReleased reentry program expands services Glory Reitz Dec 13, 20242 commentsProgram to be Alachua County’s first reentry hub for people who have been incarcerated.
Local LivingAlachua County announces bicentennial celebration kickoff Staff Reports Dec 13, 20241 commentCounty founded on Dec. 29, 1824, and declared 2025 as “Discover 200 Year.”
SportsRidaught: A perfect 10 Mike Ridaught Dec 13, 20240 commentsPerfection is something we strive for but rarely attain. So, the fact that a 10-year-old accomplished the feat is even more unimaginable. Last Saturday in Miami, […]
SportsGHS moves into boys basketball top 10 regional rankings Marty Pallman Dec 13, 20240 commentsAndrew Jackson (Jacksonville) unanimous No. 1 team in The Prep Zone Power Poll.
Government + PoliticsGainesville approves 20% increase on residential trash rates Seth Johnson Dec 12, 202413 commentsNew rate will cost extra $4 to $8 per month.
Government + PoliticsGainesville, Alachua County to discuss homeless bill, 1970s streetlight agreement Seth Johnson Dec 12, 20241 commentJoint meeting set for Monday.
CrimeGainesville police resolve 7-hour standoff on NE 10th Drive Staff Reports Dec 12, 20242 commentsIncident started Wednesday afternoon when shots were fired at GRU employees.
Local LivingArea restaurants open for holiday dining, take-out Lillian Hamman Dec 12, 20240 comments15 local restaurants open Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
CrimeSexual abuse victims, Ignite Life Center settle lawsuits C.J. Gish Dec 12, 20240 commentsSettlement ends three suits filed in March against church, parent organization.
CrimeOhio man receives 30-year sentence for threatening Alachua County judge Staff Reports Dec 12, 20241 commentInmate also assaulted federal employee.
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.