FeaturedNational Weather Service issues severe storm alert for Tuesday Staff Reports Jan 8, 20240 commentsStrong winds predicted through North Central Florida.
NewsFDA approves Florida to import cheaper Canadian prescription drugs Staff Reports Jan 5, 20240 commentsProgram will save state up to $180 million in first year.
Government + PoliticsGainesville unveils webpage dedicated for new open-container restrictions Staff Reports Jan 5, 20240 commentsWebpage shows changes now in effect, answers frequently asked questions for patrons, business owners.
EducationEastside senior receives Keeper of the Dream scholarship Glory Reitz Jan 5, 20240 commentsEHS student body president to be keynote speaker at 39th Annual Hall of Fame GALA.
NewsBranford woman dies in 2-vehicle collision on US 90 Staff Reports Jan 4, 20240 commentsLake City woman seriously injured.
Government + PoliticsGainesville OKs Magnolia Parke tweaks, settles charter officer positions Seth Johnson Jan 4, 20241 commentCharter officers receive exemplary reviews.
CrimeACSO releases video from stolen vehicle chase, arrests Staff Reports Jan 4, 20240 commentsTwo men were arrested on Dec. 29 for allegedly stealing a vehicle from Right Price Auto Sales in Waldo.
Government + PoliticsNew High Springs commissioner resigns over new Florida law Seth Johnson Jan 2, 20247 commentsRush of resignations has come in other cities.
EducationEastside High School students learn medical skills Glory Reitz Jan 2, 20240 commentsPartnership with UF Health creates job opportunities straight out of high school.
CrimeDating app Tampa rendezvous leads to woman being kidnapped Staff Reports Jan 2, 20240 commentsSuspect allegedly abducts woman and drives her to Lake City.
NewsFHP: 16-year-old driver hits, kills Steinhatchee man Staff Reports Jan 1, 20240 commentsCrash is under investigation.
NewsChiefland woman dies when SUV strikes trees Staff Reports Jan 1, 20240 commentsDriver was not wearing seatbelt.
NewsSheriff’s deputy strikes, injures 2 ATV riders Staff Reports Dec 30, 20233 commentsATV was traveling on roadway without lights.
EducationSanta Fe College announces two provost finalists Seth Johnson Dec 29, 20230 commentsFinalists to visit campus in January.
NewsMainstreet’s most-viewed stories of 2023 C.J. Gish Dec 29, 20230 commentsTop stories include Publix coming to Newberry, Florida’s gas prices and Rex and Brody Act signed into law.
Government + PoliticsLocal reps prep for 2024 legislative session Seth Johnson Dec 29, 20230 commentsLess local legislation expected.
NewsLevy County officials add charges against wanted felon Staff Reports Dec 29, 20230 commentsArrested man wanted in three Florida counties.
NewsGainesville activates Cold Night Shelter Program Staff Reports Dec 28, 20230 commentsTemperatures to dip under 45 for next four nights.
HealthDeSantis appoints UF nurse practitioner to cancer advisory council Staff Reports Dec 28, 20230 commentsAutumn Citta selected to Florida Cancer Control and Research Advisory Council.
Government + PoliticsWard reflects on first year, top issues for 2024 Seth Johnson Dec 27, 20232 commentsGainesville mayor looks at Eastside development and Vision Zero among his 2024 priorities.
CrimeLevy County Sheriff’s Office requests help to identify burglars Staff Reports Dec 27, 20230 commentsMultiple vehicle burglaries reported in Williston.
NewsMainstreet’s top feature stories of 2023 Glory Reitz, Olivia Hanna Dec 27, 20232 commentsHighlights from a year of milestones and innovation.
NewsSemi crashes, catches fire on I-10 in Suwannee County Staff Reports Dec 26, 20231 commentTire blowout leads to accident near 283 exit.
CrimeLaw enforcement arrests woman who shot 2 people at Walgreens Staff Reports Dec 26, 20233 commentsOne victim killed, another in unknown condition.