Libraries honor late educator during Black History Month
Feb 11, 2021
The Alachua County Library District and George A. Smathers Libraries at the University of Florida are honoring the memory and work of educator Dr. Patricia Hilliard-Nunn […]
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Libraries honor late educator during Black History Month
The Alachua County Library District and George A. Smathers Libraries at the University of Florida are honoring the memory and work of educator Dr. Patricia Hilliard-Nunn […]
Say ahhh: Equine dentist looks horses in the mouth
Feb 10, 2021
Veterinarian and equine dentist Dr. Bess Darrow is hoisting a horse’s head up using a two-foot wide plastic buoy under its chin and tugging on the […]
Animal shelter offers Valentine’s adoption deal
Feb 9, 2021
If you’re looking for the warm fuzzies this Valentine’s Day, the Alachua County Animal Services (ACAS) is here to help. Starting today, ACAS is hosting a […]
Got bats? Now is the time to check.
Feb 9, 2021
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is reminding property owners to check your home and other man-made structures for bats. If you find any, […]
County libraries offer Story Time in a Bag
Feb 9, 2021
With just a little heads up via a phone call or email to any one of the 12 libraries in the Alachua County Library District, Story […]
Gainesville woman celebrates 100th birthday
Feb 5, 2021
Gainesville resident Marion Broadaway has officially joined the exclusive 1 percent of the world population’s centenarians. Broadaway and a smattering of family and friends brushed off […]
World-famous artist completes mural at Gainesville park
Feb 5, 2021
Northside Park in Gainesville has added to its recent expansion with a new mural from world-renowned artist Ernesto Maranje. Maranje’s art often focuses on flora and […]
MAM concert series set to return next month
Feb 4, 2021
The City of Alachua and Vipper Events have announced a pandemic-era version of the March, April and May (M.A.M.) Festival and Concert Series at Legacy Park. […]
Gilland: A sailor, a guitar, and a local radio appearance
Feb 2, 2021
Almost 20 years have passed since a seemingly routine stop at George’s Music in Casselberry to pick up some strings. Playing throughout the store was a […]
High Springs Playhouse president to make directing debut
Feb 1, 2021
Julie Mackland is the first to admit that directing a play entails a lot more planning than she imagined. “It looks a lot easier than it […]
2021 Hoggetowne Medieval Faire to make virtual debut Saturday
Jan 29, 2021
To maintain public health and the safety of our neighbors during the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Gainesville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department presents this […]
Community hangs out with High Springs Police Department
Jan 29, 2021
High Springs Police Chief Antoine Sheppard has been with the force for 20 years, but he never misses a chance to socialize with the community. “It’s […]
Farm Share holding four food giveaways on Saturday
Jan 28, 2021
Farm Share is holding four food giveaways within driving distance of Gainesville on Saturday, including one in Archer. “We are trying to feed as many families […]
Gainesville musician takes micro weddings to the next level
Jan 25, 2021
Martha Stewart was all over the micro wedding idea back in 2017 when she explained their popularity as “couples get the gift they want most: time […]
Local divers capture their own underwater proposal
Jan 22, 2021
When Freediving Instructor David Cobiella invited his girlfriend photographer and springs advocate Tessa Skiles to attend one of his freediving safety events on Jan. 18, she […]
City of High Springs to host Saturday food giveaway
Jan 21, 2021
The City of High Springs has announced the next Farm Share Food Giveaway for this Saturday, Jan. 23. The event is set to begin at 9 […]
County poet laureate lends his voice to a majestic live oak
Jan 15, 2021
Alachua County Poet Laureate E. Stanley Richardson is standing under a majestic live oak in Newberry for a moment of closure. The towering tree is a […]
Professional Bull Riding coming to Ocala
Jan 15, 2021
The first major professional sport in North America to return to competition in late April due to COVID-19 is adding another first. For the first time […]
Eastside senior named Keeper of the Dream recipient
Jan 15, 2021
For senior Taylor Hill-Miles, maintaining a 4.74 grade point average in the rigorous International Baccalaureate (IB) program at Eastside High School is an amazing accomplishment in […]
Gainesville comedian set to join Jason Mewes tour
Jan 13, 2021
Comedian A.J. Wilkerson is driving on a highway heading north in his live-in van that he nicknamed “Bindi” (after Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin’s daughter) for yet […]
Virtual Friends of the Library book sale coming Thursday
Jan 13, 2021
Gainesville, Fla. – The Friends of the Library’s second Bag of Books sale launches Thursday, Jan. 14 with bags of books, DVDs, vinyl records, and puzzles […]
High Springs residents make switch from septic to sewer
Jan 12, 2021
LIVE OAK, FLA.—Residents of High Springs know their local springs are not only some of Florida’s greatest natural resources but are also vital to the local […]
Girl Scouts get creative during annual cookie campaign
Jan 11, 2021
Emma Thomas, 7, is a member of Girl Scout Troop 2315 in Newberry and she has a business plan for selling cookies during a pandemic. Step […]