EducationScientist 3D model endangered mussels for training Jerald Pinson | Florida Museum of Natural History Sep 9, 20230 commentsU.S. serves as global hot spot for mussel biodiversity.
NewsDeSantis visits Chiefland, awards $1.6 million Seth Johnson Sep 8, 20233 commentsGovernor hands out 9 checks for Idalia recovery.
Government + PoliticsCounty asks GNV to reconsider Thelma Boltin Center Seth Johnson Sep 8, 20233 comments City plans to take next steps on Sept. 21.
NewsSF College to hold groundbreaking for Cellon Institute Staff Reports Sep 8, 20233 commentsNew facility will be for skilled trades, advanced manufacturing classes.
FeaturedGNV votes to raise GRU rates, property taxes Seth Johnson Sep 7, 20239 commentsBudget relies on 29% property tax increase.
Government + PoliticsGNV alters 794 lots, substandard parcel criteria Seth Johnson Sep 7, 20230 commentsChanges give developers more leeway on small lots.
NewsSuspicious device found at Quality Inn in Lake City Staff Reports Sep 7, 20230 commentsAlachua County Sheriff’s Office Bomb Squad dispatched to evaluate device.
Local LivingSteve Spurrier speaks at Empty Bowls Glory Reitz Sep 7, 20230 commentsBread of the Mighty fundraiser draws over 170 people.
NewsDeSantis appoints new sheriff of Alachua County C.J. Gish Sep 7, 20235 commentsGainesville native Emery Gainey selected to fill position in for departing Clovis Watson.
SportsACPS enacts clear bag policy for football games Staff Reports Sep 7, 20230 commentsSafety procedures start immediately.
EducationUF increases research spending to record $1.25B Staff Reports Sep 7, 20230 commentsFiscal year 2023 spending up 15 percent over 2022.
Government + PoliticsNewberry passes tentative budget Glory Reitz Sep 7, 20230 commentsCommissioners table compensation plan after split vote without tie-breaking member.
EducationWall Street Journal names UF No. 1 public institution Staff Reports Sep 6, 20231 commentNew formula focuses on student’s chances of graduating on time, salaries earned after graduation.
EducationSchool board examines LGBTQ+ guide draft Glory Reitz Sep 6, 20230 commentsGuide will undergo continuous revisions as an operational document.
EducationSchool board hashes out budget priorities Glory Reitz Sep 6, 20230 commentsSpecial budget meeting produces some clarity, discussion of staff’s work
Government + PoliticsBOCC provides one-year extension for GRACE program Seth Johnson Sep 6, 20231 commentCounty wants to consider new structure for program going forward.
SportsBuchholz grad reaches US Open semifinals Mike Ridaught Sep 6, 20230 commentsBen Shelton to face world No. 2 Novak Djokovic on Friday.
Government + PoliticsCounty tax collector sued, BOCC aids in defense Seth Johnson Sep 5, 20232 commentsState agency also sued at least nine other tax collectors.
Government + PoliticsGNV’s Eastman named to Florida League of Cities Staff Reports Sep 5, 20231 commentGainesville commissioner appointed to serve on Municipal Administration Committee.
NewsHigh Springs issues boil water notice Staff Reports Sep 5, 20230 commentsWater line break occurs on Main Street.
EducationP.K. Yonge receives top regional ranking Staff Reports Sep 5, 20230 commentsU.S. News & World Report ranks Gainesville high school No. 1 in North Central Florida
NewsBill would allow teens to work more during school year Tobin Jacobson | World News Group Sep 5, 20230 commentsBill would increase maximum weekly hours for students under 16.
NewsLevy County offers Idalia clean-up help Glory Reitz Sep 5, 20230 commentsDebris clean-up, disaster recovery and feeding sites available for impacted residents
CrimeLake City homicide victim identified Staff Reports Sep 5, 20230 commentsBody found Sunday morning near SW Haltiwanger Road.