NewsTaskForce for Ending Homelessness receives over $2M in community grants Staff Reports Jul 1, 20250 commentsAwards to address and prevent homelessness across North Central Florida
Local LivingGainesville amateur radio connects with world during summer field day Seth Johnson Jun 30, 20253 commentsField day used to simulate disaster response.
NewsAlachua County Library District starts work on new Hawthorne branch Staff Reports Jun 30, 20252 commentsNew 10-square-foot building to open in early 2026.
EducationShane Andrew named new principal at Santa Fe College charter school Nick Anschultz Jun 30, 20253 commentsFormer Alachua County Public Schools superintendent will join Academy on Aug. 1
Crime3 injured in Hawthorne stabbings C.J. Gish Jun 30, 20250 commentsOne person remains in serious condition following Saturday’s domestic dispute.
NewsFirefighters extinguish residential blaze in southwest Gainesville Staff Reports Jun 30, 20250 commentsAlachua County Fire Rescue (ACFR) units doused a residential structure fire in southwest Gainesville on Saturday night. According to an ACFR release, firefighters responded around 11 […]
NewsGainesville police add 9 new officers, remember UF murder victims of 1990 Seth Johnson Jun 27, 20252 commentsFull circle moment as victim’s nephew joins GPD.
CrimeLake City Arby’s shooting suspects identified Staff Reports Jun 27, 20250 commentsIntended target remains in hospital in serious condition.
NewsThe Lynx launches book vending machine sales at GNV Airport Seth Johnson Jun 27, 20251 commentSome sales already finished after first days.
BusinessAAA: Record 72.2M Americans expected to travel domestically July 4th week Aixa Diza | AAA Jun 27, 20250 commentsIndependence Day trips up 2.4% over 2024.
EducationACPS to launch new websites, direct messaging system Monday Staff Reports Jun 27, 20251 commentUpdated website to feature improved navigation, user-friendly design.
Local LivingGainesville’s Emmanuel Garilus makes history at Apollo Theater Staff Reports Jun 27, 20252 commentsUF graduate tops 90th season of Amateur Night at the Apollo.
Government + PoliticsHigh Springs passes initial vote to place Sunday alcohol sales on future ballot Seth Johnson Jun 26, 20253 comments Citizens could decide outcome later in 2025.
Crime2 shot at Arby’s in Lake City, suspects apprehended Staff Reports Jun 26, 20250 commentsLaw enforcement pursues suspects on I-75.
EducationUniversity of Florida considers new fees for out-of-state students Nick Anschultz Jun 26, 20255 comments10% hike would take effect for the fall semester
NewsCar hits, kills cyclist riding on State Road 26 in Alachua County Staff Reports Jun 26, 20255 commentsCollision occurs on Wednesday night.
CrimeUnlawful immigrant from Inglis indicted for possession of gun, ammunition C.J. Gish Jun 26, 20251 commentCamerino Perez scheduled to be arraigned on July 1.
CrimeOld town man indicted for methamphetamine trafficking charges C.J. Gish Jun 26, 20250 commentsRonald Peavy scheduled for arraignment on July 1.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County-based projects account for $230 million in Florida’s proposed budget Seth Johnson Jun 25, 20255 commentsBudget is still subject to governor’s vetoes.
EducationNo Kid Hungry salutes Alachua County Public Schools food services director Staff Reports Jun 25, 20252 commentsSummer Hunger Hero award applauds ACPS’s expansion of summer meals program in rural communities.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County remains in holding pattern on animal services, eastside housing Seth Johnson Jun 24, 20255 commentsCommission eyes alternative to UF property.
Government + PoliticsCity staff—not commission—to approve Alachua land developments Lillian Hamman Jun 24, 20254 commentsMotion conforms Alachua with new state law taking effect July 1.
Government + PoliticsNewberry reallocates $2 million for Champions Park improvements Lillian Hamman Jun 24, 20250 commentsCity Commission establishes Mayor Youth Council.
CrimeLake City woman arrested after entering home with handgun, making threats Staff Reports Jun 24, 20250 commentsPolice set up perimeter around NE Lake Drive residence.