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.
Local LivingKatie Ledecky discusses new bestselling memoir at Cade Museum Lillian Hamman Dec 10, 20240 comments“Just Add Water” highlights swimmer’s historic career.
EducationDixie County Public Schools introduces 23 electric buses Glory Reitz Dec 10, 20245 commentsNew fleet brings air conditioning to DCPS transportation.
Government + PoliticsNewberry considers wastewater funding options Glory Reitz Dec 10, 20240 commentsCity hesitates on expanding agreement with Easton Archery.
CrimeGPD urges public to come forward with crimes involving Adam Rosenthal C.J. Gish Dec 10, 20240 commentsFormer Gainesville mayoral candidate charged with two out-of-state homicides.
NewsFire burns 50 acres near Chiefland Staff Reports Dec 10, 20240 commentsMultiple units respond to field fire.
NewsHigh Springs firefighters rescue puppy in sinkhole Staff Reports Dec 10, 20241 commentDepartment also assists with brush fire near Springstead neighborhood.
SportsGHS, Santa Fe lead 2024 big school All Area teams Mike Ridaught Dec 10, 20240 commentsHurricanes and Raiders placed nine of 14 players on first or second team.
Local NewsCity and county advisory boards seek volunteers Lillian Hamman Dec 9, 20240 comments26 positions are open between Gainesville and Alachua County.