Government + PoliticsAlachua County OKs code services extension, 161-acre purchase Seth Johnson Jan 9, 20240 commentsCommissioners also approved two development plans.
Local NewsGainesville nonprofit continues GRU lawsuit, responds to judge’s deadline Seth Johnson Jan 9, 20244 commentsNonprofit president says someone must be responsible for House Bill 1645.
EducationSchool Board of Alachua County to cast final rezoning vote on Thursday Glory Reitz Jan 9, 20241 commentIf approved, zoning would take effect in 2024-25 school year.
NewsDeSantis declares state of emergency over severe weather J.C. Derrick Jan 9, 20241 commentStorms moving from Panhandle toward North Central Florida.
EducationUF makes interim provost permanent Staff Reports Jan 9, 20241 commentFormer IFAS head J. Scott Angle named to succeed Joseph Glover.
NewsACSO deputies shoot armed woman at La Quinta Inn Staff Reports Jan 9, 20240 commentsWoman refuses to drop handgun after deputies respond for well-being check.
Government + PoliticsAlachua passes first reading of business impact statement Glory Reitz Jan 9, 20240 commentsAlachua Chamber also presented overview of plans for the city’s future.
EducationAlachua County Public Schools close for storm Staff Reports Jan 8, 20240 commentsMultiple school districts to shut down on Tuesday.
EducationLoften magnet program trains future fire and EMS students Glory Reitz Jan 8, 20240 commentsNew Public Safety Telecommunicator offers a track for students who want to operate behind the scenes.
NewsUF to focus on seed projects in new space institute Staff Reports Jan 8, 20240 commentsNew institute supported by $2.5 million in state funds.
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.