Government + PoliticsAlachua calls off inquiry into planning staff departures Glory Reitz Feb 27, 20255 commentsTwo commissioners, mayor say Alachua should look to the future, not the past.
Government + PoliticsNewberry appoints Jason Lyman as interim fire chief Lillian Hamman Feb 27, 20251 commentPersonnel shuffle follows Mike Vogel’s resignation after being arrested for driving under influence.
Government + PoliticsGainesville moves forward with school zone, red-light cameras Seth Johnson Feb 27, 202513 commentsOrdinances will return for two final votes.
NewsAuthor’s sister reads book about acceptance to head start children Glory Reitz Feb 27, 20250 commentsChildren also practice confidence-building affirmations.
NewsLake City woman dies in collision with semi near Fort White Staff Reports Feb 27, 20250 commentsA 63-year-old Lake City woman died Thursday morning when she pulled out in front of a tractor-trailer on State Road 47 north of Fort White. According […]
Government + PoliticsGainesville, Alachua County set Library Support days Seth Johnson Feb 27, 20251 commentNational nonprofit pushing for library use.
SportsFort White’s season ends in state semifinals Mike Ridaught Feb 26, 20250 commentsIndians got within three with just under 6:30 to play but Scorpions pulled away with 12-3 run.
Local LivingARTSPEAKSgnv to hold 11th annual ‘Courageous Young Voices’ event Lillian Hamman Feb 26, 20251 commentCreative showcase to feature teen poetry and expression on March 9.
EducationState board unanimously approves Newberry school conversion Glory Reitz Feb 26, 20253 commentsCommission also chooses to let statute’s 50% vote requirement trump board of education’s former majority requirement.
SportsHornets sting Tigers, advance to title game Mike Ridaught Feb 26, 20250 commentsSenior Chasion Wilson finishes with game-high 16 points.
BusinessOak Hammock approved for new 4-story apartment building Seth Johnson Feb 26, 20250 commentsBoard of Directors plan for future growth.
NewsRaiford motorcyclist dies in collision with pickup in Starke Staff Reports Feb 26, 20250 commentsCrash occurs on West Weldon Street.
EducationP.K. Yonge team wins Spoonbill Bowl ocean science academic competition Staff Reports Feb 26, 20250 commentsCompetition held at University of South Florida on Saturday.
Local LivingStrike: 9 fresh bowl kitchens in Gainesville Lillian Hamman Feb 26, 20252 commentsLooking for a place to get your grains, vegetables and proteins in one bowl without breaking the bank, running out of time on your lunch break, […]
SportsSuwannee rallies late to down GHS Mike Ridaught Feb 25, 20250 commentsVisiting Bulldogs score four unanswered runs to deny Hurricanes their first win.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County considers sheriff’s office salaries, carports Seth Johnson Feb 25, 20252 commentsSheriff to raise starting salaries.
SportsHawthorne, Fort White one win from state title game Mike Ridaught Feb 25, 20250 commentsHornets and Indians play on Wednesday in FHSAA Rural state semifinals.
SportsWilliston to hold parade for Super Bowl winner Quinyon Mitchell C.J. Gish Feb 25, 20250 commentsParade entry deadline set for noon on Thursday.
EducationBuchholz student’s artwork selected for international exhibit Staff Reports Feb 25, 20253 commentsDrawing one of 48 works of art chosen for Advanced Placement Art and Design Exhibit.
Local NewsGainesville collision on NW 16th Avenue injures 2 Staff Reports Feb 25, 20252 commentsCrash occurs on Monday evening.
Sports7 area softball teams in regional top 20 Mike Ridaught Feb 25, 20250 commentsDefending 4A state champion Eustis is ranked No. 1.
Government + PoliticsNewberry approves third CDD Glory Reitz Feb 24, 20250 commentsCommission also discussed downtown parking.
Local LivingLegacy of Matthew Lewey celebrated at Thomas Center Ronnie Lovler Feb 24, 20251 commentEvent examined extraordinary achievements of forgotten African American leader in Gainesville.
NewsInsured but still in debt: Hawthorne residents talk healthcare costs Seth Johnson Feb 24, 20252 commentsTown Hall hosted by Right Care Alliance.