ElectionsMeet the candidates: Alachua County Sheriff C.J. Gish Jul 17, 20242 commentsPeter King, Chad Scott and Latrell Simmons will battle for the Democratic Party nomination.
EducationSF partners with Uber on access and safety initiative Staff Reports Jul 17, 20240 commentsEligible students to receive Uber vouchers for two rides within 15 miles of campus.
EducationSchool board settles with solar company on Old Terwilliger panels Glory Reitz Jul 16, 20241 comment$17,100 settlement leaves school district free to tear down buildings.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County seeks to better Newnans Lake after unsolicited proposal Seth Johnson Jul 16, 20247 commentsCounty tasked to reduce nitrogen, phosphorus in lake.
NewsHouchen resigns as Alachua County equity, community engagement manager Seth Johnson Jul 16, 20248 commentsCounty equity plan developed under Houchen.
HealthUF Health specialties earn national recognition again Staff Reports Jul 16, 20240 commentsSeven programs rank among top 50 nationally.
NewsBell man dies when pickup collides with fence off SR 26 Staff Reports Jul 16, 20240 commentsPickup leaves roadway east of Newberry.
EducationBuchholz math team wins 16th national title Glory Reitz Jul 15, 20240 commentsTeam wins by second-highest margin ever.
EducationAlachua eSchool moves office location Glory Reitz Jul 15, 20240 commentsSchool administrator to double as principal of Duval Early Learning Center.
NewsOff-duty firefighters help save woman from drowning Staff Reports Jul 15, 20240 commentsWoman submerged for 20 seconds during medical emergency.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County Republican, Democratic leaders decry political violence Seth Johnson Jul 15, 20240 commentsJoint press conference held Sunday.
NewsFHP trooper-involved shooting temporarily closes I-75 C.J. Gish Jul 15, 20240 commentsIncident occurs Sunday evening south of Micanopy exit.
EducationUF study reveals environmental impact of artificial sweeteners Megan V. Winslow | UF/IFAS Jul 14, 20240 commentsSucralose escapes wastewater treatment processing and is in drinking water, aquatic environments.
NewsUF/IFAS: Sweaty cattle may boost food security in a warming world Meredith Bauer | UF/IFAS Jul 13, 20240 commentsCows eliminate about 85 percent of their body heat via sweat.
Government + PoliticsFederal grant puts Gainesville transportation upgrades in gear Lillian Hamman Jul 12, 20245 commentsFlorida Theater renovations, new bond ratings encourage Mayor Harvey Ward.
NewsSemi vs. minivan collision on US 301 kills 2 Staff Reports Jul 12, 20240 commentsEmergency rescue units extract minivan occupant.
NewsLetter alleges SFHS baseball coach had inappropriate contact with student Glory Reitz Jul 12, 20240 commentsTravis Yeckring placed on administrative leave in March.
Government + PoliticsFitch gives Gainesville AA rating Glory Reitz Jul 12, 20241 commentCredit rating receives upgrade over previous AA- score.
NewsLibrary governing board establishes proposed millage rates Glory Reitz Jul 11, 20244 commentsBoard also discusses parking lot liability.
NewsCommunity Foundation of North Central Florida receives $50K grant match Staff Reports Jul 11, 20240 commentsFoundation now has $100,000 to benefit Local College Access Network program.
BusinessAlachua County Commission seeks Small Grant Initiative proposals Staff Reports Jul 11, 20240 commentsInterested parties must apply by July 31.
NewsFlorida college student lied about being suspended 3 years over pro-Palestinian protest arrest Vivienne Serret | Fresh Take Florida Jul 11, 20241 commentCharly Pringle fabricated emails and used AI-generated voicemail to produce suspension hoax.
Local LivingCommunity session slated to discuss Tom Petty Park improvements Staff Reports Jul 11, 20240 commentsEvent scheduled for July 17.
NewsUF experts warn of potential peril caused by ocean acidification Brad Buck | UF/IFAS Jul 11, 20241 commentIncreased carbon dioxide in ocean can harm oysters, clams, sea urchins and corals.