Government + PoliticsGainesville narrows 8th Avenue and Waldo Road options, eyes Phase 1 Seth Johnson Jun 12, 20255 commentsCity has $18.7 million ready.
Local NewsNewberry Fire Department adds Knox Box Rapid Entry Systems to calls Lillian Hamman Jun 12, 20250 commentsProgram aims for quicker and safer entries to locked buildings.
Government + PoliticsGRU Authority readies lawsuit for second referendum, Carter steps down Seth Johnson Jun 11, 20258 commentsUtility leaders look to appeal process.
WeatherFlorida hurricane forecast slows, insurance scene could stabilize Seth Johnson Jun 11, 20250 commentsSales tax holiday on hold.
Government + PoliticsNewberry to offer Randa Paul city clerk position Lillian Hamman Jun 10, 20251 commentCommission approves land development regulation updates after Track Line appeal.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County sends default letter to Celebration Pointe over contract violations Seth Johnson Jun 10, 202511 commentsCounty hasn’t received financial reporting details.
NewsHawthorne man, 22, dies in crash near Melrose Staff Reports Jun 10, 20250 commentsSUV leaves State Road 26 and strikes fence, large tree and ejects driver.
Government + PoliticsAlachua commission votes in Rodolfo Valladares as interim city manager Lillian Hamman Jun 9, 20259 comments4-1 vote confirms appointment.
EducationSchool board approves Newberry charter contract Lillian Hamman Jun 9, 20254 commentsUnanimous decision made at special Monday meeting.
NewsWilliston man, 66, dies in 2-vehicle crash in Levy County Staff Reports Jun 9, 20250 commentsSedan drives into path of motorcyclist on US Highway 27-Alt.
Government + PoliticsHigh Springs punts repeal of Sunday alcohol ordinance Lillian Hamman Jun 6, 20253 commentsCity to partner with county on Canoe Outpost projects.
EducationUF scrambles as Fuchs set to leave, Ono rejected Seth Johnson Jun 6, 20255 commentsLawmakers from both parties weigh in on rejection.
EducationAlachua County school district projects $10.7M loss in state funding for 2025-26 budget Lillian Hamman Jun 6, 202510 commentsBoard considers facility improvement priorities.
Government + PoliticsGainesville passes preliminary special election vote on GRU governance Seth Johnson Jun 6, 20252 commentsFinal vote to come June 12.
Government + PoliticsGainesville Regional Transit System finalizes route adjustments Staff Reports Jun 6, 20250 commentsOn Thursday, the city of Gainesville’s Regional Transit System (RTS) announced it is making several route and service adjustments following the city’s new contract with the […]
Local News‘Easy mark’: Lawsuit claims Celebration Pointe succeeded through an investment con Seth Johnson Jun 5, 20254 commentsMain investor backed over $300 million in loans.
NewsAlachua County adds tree-branch trimmer to trail maintenance fleet Staff Reports Jun 5, 20251 commentPublic Works Department receives machine through grant.
Local NewsLake City woman reported missing Staff Reports Jun 5, 20250 commentsJanicia La’Shelle Davis was last seen on Wednesday evening.
EducationSchool board delays Newberry charter contract to June 9 Lillian Hamman Jun 4, 20257 commentsSBAC also approved school- and district-level employment contracts.
CrimeGainesville police search for suspect who abandoned 8-week-old puppy Staff Reports Jun 4, 20253 commentsPuppy left at Publix parking lot.
BusinessAlachua Habitat for Humanity hunting for new CEO Staff Reports Jun 4, 20250 commentsSuccessful candidate will lead a one-time reorganization.
Education13 Alachua County students win National Merit Scholarships Staff Reports Jun 4, 20251 commentAdditional winners will be announced later this summer.
Government + PoliticsGRU requests Gainesville leaders stop special election plans Seth Johnson Jun 4, 20255 commentsCity Commission set for vote on Thursday.
Local NewsTrenton woman, 39, killed in golf cart collision with vehicle Staff Reports Jun 4, 20250 commentsIncident happened Wednesday morning.