ElectionsFlorida Republicans surpass Democratic turnout in early voting Kylie Williams | Fresh Take Florida Oct 22, 20243 commentsDemocrats outperforming Republicans in mail ballots.
NewsGainey rejoins Four Corners Agreement with Bradford, Clay, Putnam sheriffs Seth Johnson Oct 22, 20240 commentsAgreement outlines enforcement in Melrose.
EducationSchool Board of Alachua County tables superintendent nominations Glory Reitz Oct 21, 20242 commentsSplit board votes down motion to delay until after Vu takes seat.
NewsSmashed home during Helene leaves Gainesville family searching Seth Johnson Oct 21, 20241 commentHelene proves worst storm for Alachua County.
NewsCross City plane crash kills 1, injures 1 C.J. Gish Oct 21, 20243 commentsPlane reportedly had engine trouble.
ElectionsMeet the Candidates: Alachua County Supervisor of Elections Seth Johnson Oct 21, 202411 commentsSupervisor position on ballot for first time since 2016.
Local NewsChiefland woman, 63, dies in Levy County crash Staff Reports Oct 18, 20240 commentsDriver traveled into oncoming traffic.
BusinessInaugural ‘Cool Heroes’ giveaway nets Army vet free AC unit Seth Johnson Oct 17, 20241 commentWinner has also worked at P.K. Yonge for 24 years.
Local NewsImpact of new homelessness law remains unclear Glory Reitz Oct 17, 20241 commentMayor Ward says he expects little effect to city’s homelessness response.
HealthGRU completes mandated water service inventory for all residences Seth Johnson Oct 17, 20240 commentsNew guidelines aimed at reducing lead exposure.
NewsGainesville man, 50, dies in motorcycle crash Staff Reports Oct 17, 20241 commentCause of crash under investigation.
NewsGPD encourages parents, childcare providers to listen to children Glory Reitz Oct 16, 20242 commentsAfter the conviction of a sexual predator and a victim’s mother, GPD pushes parents to take threats seriously.
Local NewsAlachua County tax collector to offer kiosks at Publix Seth Johnson Oct 16, 20240 commentsSelf-serve kiosks provide vehicle registration renewals.
CrimeSexual predator, mother of child victim sentenced to prison Staff Reports Oct 16, 20240 commentsMom allowed daughter to visit registered sexual predator unsupervised.
ElectionsGeneral election early voting to start Oct. 21 Staff Reports Oct 16, 20240 commentsEight locations to be made available for Alachua County voters.
Government + PoliticsForward Focus: Eastern Alachua County 3-year initiative to start Staff Reports Oct 16, 20240 commentsCounty to hold community input session on Oct. 24 in Hawthorne.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County completes 10 flashing beacons for pedestrian safety Staff Reports Oct 16, 20240 commentsNew beacons installed at multiple locations.
EducationAlachua County School Board fires superintendent on split vote Glory Reitz Oct 15, 202421 commentsBoard set to select interim superintendent on Monday.
CrimeGainesville police seek public’s help with September hit-and-run Staff Reports Oct 15, 20241 commentTwo pedestrians sustained serious injuries in collision.
NewsFanning Springs man dies in collision with semi in Levy County Staff Reports Oct 15, 20240 commentsCrash occurs at Cash and Carry Pole Barns and Discount Lumber.
Government + PoliticsNewberry passes initial reading on first community development district Glory Reitz Oct 15, 20240 commentsCommission also approves maximum guaranteed price for veterans memorial.
Government + PoliticsGainesville celebrates Indigenous Peoples’ Day at City Hall Plaza Seth Johnson Oct 14, 20243 commentsSpeakers said Gainesville is the only city to make the holiday switch.
EducationSchool board clashes over projected low fund balance Glory Reitz Oct 14, 20243 commentsExpenses outpace revenue in FY24-25 budget.
Government + PoliticsDepartment of Energy awards $47 million to Gainesville’s utility Seth Johnson Oct 14, 20244 commentsMoney to improve grid resilience.