Government + PoliticsJudge throws out Gainesville’s GRU lawsuit J.C. Derrick, C.J. Gish Sep 29, 20234 commentsCity of Gainesville lawsuit sought to prove that HB 1645 violated state process and Florida Constitution.
NewsCranioSense named 2023 Cade Prize winner Staff Reports Sep 29, 20230 commentsBoston-based company one of 21 finalists.
Government + PoliticsGainesville, Alachua County extend $8 million radio sale amid delays Seth Johnson Sep 29, 20232 commentsNew state law could completely halt the sale.
NewsUF Board of Trustees member appointed to Space Florida Board of Directors Staff Reports Sep 29, 20230 commentsGov. Ron DeSantis selects Mori Hosseini to serve on board.
Government + PoliticsGainesville to eliminate City Hall fountain, renovate entire plaza Seth Johnson Sep 28, 20232 commentsConstruction could begin this winter.
BusinessUF to hold 19th annual, and largest, retail theft conference Seth Johnson Sep 28, 20230 commentsDirector says crime data needs to increase.
NewsCelebration Pointe welcomes Bounce sculpture at Alachua County Sports & Events Center Staff Reports Sep 28, 20230 commentsNew sculpture celebrates movement and vitality in sportsmanship.
NewsChiefland attorney appointed to Levy County Court Staff Reports Sep 28, 20231 commentGov. Ron DeSantis announces judicial appointment.
FeaturedMobile Disaster Recovery Center to make stops in hurricane-affected areas Staff Reports Sep 27, 20230 commentsCenters to be available in Suwannee, Steinhatchee and Horseshoe Beach.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County to move legal notices onto county website Seth Johnson Sep 27, 20232 commentsCounty says move will increase audience.
Government + PoliticsDeSantis appoints first three Gainesville Regional Utilities Authority members C.J. Gish Sep 26, 20236 commentsFive-member board scheduled to assume control on Oct. 1.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County finalizes millage rate, budget Seth Johnson Sep 26, 20230 commentsCounty will earn around $18 million more in property taxes despite millage rate decrease.
CrimeTerrell Bradley pleads no contest, receives year in jail C.J. Gish Sep 26, 20230 commentsGainesville man lost eye after being mauled by police K-9.
NewsFour-vehicle collision injures five in Lake Butler Staff Reports Sep 26, 20230 commentsOne person in serious condition following Union County crash.
Government + PoliticsNewberry looks for safe school transportation options Glory Reitz Sep 26, 20230 commentsCommissioners concerned about sex offenders, long walks to school.
Government + PoliticsNewberry approves $43 million budget Glory Reitz Sep 26, 20231 commentCommission votes in program to give largest raises to lowest-paid employees.
Government + PoliticsHigh Springs Commission raises millage 27% over rollback rate Seth Johnson Sep 25, 20230 commentsManager says flat rate would result in layoffs.
Local NewsJust Income named Justice Innovation Prize finalist C.J. Gish Sep 25, 20231 commentGainesville nonprofit financially assists formerly incarcerated people to break cycle of recidivism.
FeaturedAlachua County to vote on $751M budget, pulling public notices Seth Johnson Sep 25, 20232 commentsCounty also considering buying land near Watermelon Pond.
NewsPickup hits, kills Lake City bicyclist Staff Reports Sep 25, 20234 commentsCollision occurs on State Road 47 in Columbia County.
NewsAlachua County adds bus route to Jonesville Staff Reports Sep 22, 20231 commentRoute paid for by fees on new development.
Government + PoliticsGNV, state hold GRU lawsuit hearing Seth Johnson Sep 22, 20236 commentsState officials say Gainesville is suing the wrong people.
CrimeGainesville couple arrested in toddler’s death Staff Reports Sep 22, 20230 commentsMom and boyfriend apprehended in Georgia after leaving twin 3-year-olds alone for eight hours.
NewsHurricane Idalia’s ag damage estimated at over $78M Kirsten Romaguera Rabin | UF/IFAS Sep 22, 20230 commentsUF/IFAS releases preliminary assessment.