Government + Politics Gainesville plan board OKs new hotel with traffic reservations Seth Johnson Aug 23, 2024Board attempts to bind city with 4-1 vote.
News Keystone Heights man dies in crash near Lake Butler Staff Reports Aug 23, 2024Vehicle leaves State Road 121 and collides with culver and tree.
Sports Union County looks for state title run after recent near-misses Marty Pallman Aug 23, 2024Tigers look to advance past last year’s regional final loss.
Crime Williston man receives 25-year sentence for Shajon Spikes’ murder Staff Reports Aug 23, 2024Shooting occurred in February 2021 at Willy Mart.
Sports Panthers ace test against Wolves Mike Ridaught Aug 22, 2024Newberry finished with 29 aces in sweep of host St. Francis Catholic Academy.
Education School Board approves turnaround plan for Rawlings Glory Reitz Aug 22, 2024Board members push for more detailed plan.
Sports Physicality point of emphasis for Santa Fe in 2024 Mike Ridaught Aug 22, 2024Raiders enter season with new coach and 15-game losing streak.
Government + Politics Alachua County to kick off study of U.S. 301 corridor Seth Johnson Aug 21, 2024Study projected to run for multiple years.
Education State Board of Education changes charter conversion rule Glory Reitz Aug 21, 2024New requirement needs 50% vote, not “majority.”
Crime 3 men sentenced for sexual crimes on juveniles C.J. Gish Aug 21, 2024Gainesville Police Department arrested three men in separate incidents.
Sports Long running high school sports show resumes Mike Ridaught Aug 21, 2024Weekly sports show, “The Prep Zone,” will originate from locally owned Sonic Drive-In.
Sports Jackson excited about year two at P.K. Yonge Mike Ridaught Aug 21, 2024Blue Wave were competitive but struggled as part of 3-7 record in Willie Jackson’s first season.
Elections Vu, McNealy win school board seats Glory Reitz Aug 20, 2024District 2 incumbent Diyonne McGraw falls to challenger.
Government + Politics Alford, Arreola, Johnson, Scott among primary winners Seth Johnson Aug 20, 2024Primaries set up host of contested races in November.
Elections Gainesville selects Duncan-Walker, Ingle for City Commission Seth Johnson Aug 20, 2024Chestnut runs unopposed.
Government + Politics Alachua mayor wins lifetime achievement award Glory Reitz Aug 20, 2024Coerper is in his fourth term as mayor.
Crime Inglis man arrested in Williston for murder Staff Reports Aug 20, 2024Suspect allegedly shot and killed victim on Monday.
News FEMA disaster recovery center opens in Dixie County Staff Reports Aug 20, 2024Center to provide assistance for survivors of Hurricane Debby.
Featured New coach leads Oak Hall into 2024 Marty Pallman Aug 20, 2024Randy Brower to lead Eagles after 7-2 season.
Education One Mill for Schools launches 2024 campaign Glory Reitz Aug 19, 2024Property tax, up for renewal, pays for arts and career tech programs.
News Gainesville CWA unions face decertification, start ‘second step’ to remain Seth Johnson Aug 19, 2024GRU email caused early alarm.
Sports Ridaught: Football returns to airwaves Mike Ridaught Aug 19, 2024Broadcasts will be on 106.9 FM “I Am Country” and live streamed online at Mainstreet Daily News.
Elections Polls open final time for primary election on Tuesday Seth Johnson Aug 19, 2024Party nominees, candidate winners to be decided.
Crime Suspect sought for attempted murder in Suwannee County Staff Reports Aug 19, 2024Violent incident occurred Sunday morning at Racks and Rails bar.