CrimeFormer Bell teacher receives life sentence for capital sexual battery C.J. Gish Jul 31, 20241 commentWilliam Carawan battered multiple victims over three years at Bell Elementary School.
CrimeGainesville police arrest man for burglaries just days after his release Staff Reports Jul 31, 20241 commentSuspect cut ankle monitor two days after release.
NewsACT acquires 236 acres of conservation land around Orange Lake Staff Reports Jul 31, 20241 commentGift from River Branch Foundation made purchase possible.
ElectionsMeet the candidates: Alachua County Commission District 3 Seth Johnson Jul 31, 20248 commentsIncumbent Anna Prizzia faces Jenn Garrett for seat.
EducationUF spends record $1.26 billion on faculty research in FY2024 Staff Reports Jul 31, 20240 commentsUniversity credits record in part to increase in federally-funded research.
SportsSonic Summer Highlights: Trenton softball Mike Ridaught Jul 30, 20241 commentTigers pull off miracle comeback to win 2024 Class 1A championship.
NewsLocal homeless services nonprofits get $776K in grant cycle Seth Johnson Jul 30, 20240 commentsFunds sent through Continuum of Care.
Sports‘Media Boys’ take opposite retirement approach Mike Dame Jul 30, 20246 commentsPat Dooley, Robbie Andreu take different approaches to retirement but still share love for Gators.
BusinessThe Kookaburra opens in Alachua Lillian Hamman Jul 29, 20243 commentsSt. Augustine-based, Australian-inspired specialty coffee store located in Progress Park.
ElectionsHigh Springs hopefuls qualify for two seats on November ballot Seth Johnson Jul 29, 20240 commentsCommissioner Byran Williams will not run again.
SportsRidaught: Father, son get ready for special year at Oak Hall Mike Ridaught Jul 29, 20240 commentsRandy and Dakota Brower one of multiple head coach-QB combos in Alachua County in recent years.
EducationAcademy at Santa Fe College earns first A grade Glory Reitz Jul 29, 20240 commentsSchool earns top scores in district exams.
Local LivingGainesville author‘s memoir published on her 99th birthday Ronnie Lovler Jul 29, 20246 commentsJoan H. Carter passed away on July 22, but her first book was released on her birthday on July 29.
CrimeLake City rapper charged with vehicular homicide Staff Reports Jul 29, 20240 commentsGainesville police attempt to stop vehicle, which fled and struck another vehicle on NW 10th Avenue.
Florida FindsFlorida Finds: Matheson History Museum opens voting exhibits Ronnie Lovler Jul 29, 20240 commentsTraveling, local exhibits offer glimpse into voting history.
FeaturedUF/IFAS aims to increase South Florida farm success with new programs Lourdes Mederos | UF/IFAS Jul 28, 20240 commentsNinety percent of Florida’s agricultural operations are small farms with gross sales under $250,000, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. In South Florida, small farmers benefit from […]
SportsQuick athletic learner? Different brain structures could be at play Eric Hamilton | UF Jul 27, 20240 commentsDifference in processing visual information studied.
HealthAging Matters: Healthy living can help delay dementia onset, progression Ronnie Lovler Jul 27, 20241 commentNewly available drugs also help slow Alzheimer’s and treat symptoms.
Local NewsMainstreet writers nab four statewide awards Camille Broadway Jul 26, 20244 commentsPublisher also returns to FPA board.
CrimeWilliston man charged with premeditated murder, arson Staff Reports Jul 26, 20240 commentsThursday night fire left one person dead.
Government + PoliticsHigh Springs sets millage rate maximum, contracts for code enforcement Seth Johnson Jul 26, 20240 commentsMaximum millage rate same as current rate.
ElectionsAfrican American Accountability Alliance to host 3 election forums Staff Reports Jul 26, 20240 commentsFirst forum for primary candidates is scheduled for Sunday.
SportsRecord 41 Gators to compete in Paris Olympics Mike Ridaught Jul 26, 20240 commentsAthletes and coaches make up largest ever UF contingent
NewsLake City crash kills Wellborn woman, injures 1 Staff Reports Jul 26, 20240 commentsIncident occurs on Baya Drive.