EducationSanta Fe College receives $3 million to develop engineering degree Staff Reports Nov 22, 20232 commentsFunds come from grant to expand Florida’s semiconductor and chip manufacturing industries.
NewsFive short, Alachua County walks to check out in the holiday season Seth Johnson Nov 22, 20231 commentWalks spaced throughout the county.
Government + PoliticsGainesville Development Board approves 220-unit development near UF Seth Johnson Nov 21, 20238 commentsDevelopment to add 754 rooms to housing stock.
EducationAlachua County Public Schools students place in The Great Debate Glory Reitz Nov 21, 20230 commentsLincoln Middle School’s Ann Moywaywa was champion in three events, division overall.
National NewsAppeals court says only government can bring challenges under Voting Rights Act Joshua Schumacher | World News Group Nov 21, 20231 commentRuling sets up potential showdown at U.S. Supreme Court.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County director appointed to state tourism board Staff Reports Nov 21, 20230 commentsHurov will work with Destinations Florida to increase tourism awareness.
Government + PoliticsHigh Springs commission selects new mayor, city manager resigns Seth Johnson Nov 20, 20232 commentsStaff says water rates need to increase.
Covid-19Free COVID at-home tests kits available Staff Reports Nov 20, 20230 commentsEvery home in U.S. eligible to order four at-home tests kits.
Government + PoliticsGainesville Fire Rescue, union celebrates new schedule change for 2024 Staff Reports Nov 20, 20230 commentsEmployees to receive an extra day off following a 24-hour shift.
NewsOne dies in crash involving two motorcycles and van Staff Reports Nov 20, 20230 commentsCollision occurs at SW 13th Street and SW 21st Avenue.
Government + PoliticsGainesville awards $200,000 in grants as part of national project Staff Reports Nov 17, 20230 commentsSix local organizations will get the phase 2 funding.
NewsNorth Florida springs restorations projects receive more than $13M Staff Reports Nov 17, 20231 commentGov. Ron DeSantis announces grant funds for recovery and restoration projects.
Government + PoliticsGRU Authority plans for more meetings in first workshop Seth Johnson Nov 16, 20230 commentsManager said more meetings needed to deliver business transformation.
NewsMan drowns in Duval Park pond after fleeing police Staff Reports Nov 16, 20231 commentGainesville Police officers attempt traffic stop of stolen scooter.
Government + PoliticsEastman’s housing proposal next heads to Gainesville City Commission Seth Johnson Nov 15, 20235 commentsProposal would lower minimum lot sizes for single-family homes.
NewsAlachua County allows social media comments in 30-day trial Staff Reports Nov 15, 20231 commentCounty shut down comments during the COVID-19 pandemic.
NewsPaynes Prairie plane crash kills pilot Staff Reports Nov 15, 20231 commentSmall single-engine plane located late Tuesday afternoon.
EducationCommunity maintains issues with proposed school rezoning Glory Reitz Nov 15, 20230 commentsSeveral parents express dissatisfaction with current plans.
NewsSmall plane goes down in Paynes Prairie Staff Reports Nov 14, 20230 commentsSearch crews locate wreckage around 5:15 p.m.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County Commission selects Alford as next chair Seth Johnson Nov 14, 20230 commentsCommissioner Chuck Chestnut will serve as vice chair.
NewsAAA projects over 55 million Americans to travel for Thanksgiving Staff Reports Nov 14, 20230 commentsHoliday forecast marks 2.3 percent increase over last year.
National NewsSupreme Court justices sign code of ethics Joshua Schumacher | World News Group Nov 14, 20232 commentsCongress called for justices to subscribe to code of ethics following questionable incidents.
Local NewsNewberry to go ahead with bidding, request traffic circle on SW 15th Avenue Glory Reitz Nov 14, 20231 commentCity also to save $127,000, 120 days on water main change.
Government + PoliticsGainesville’s finance director resigns after putting city audits on track Seth Johnson Nov 13, 20230 commentsWang will leave the city in December.