Government + PoliticsGainesville narrows 8th Avenue and Waldo Road options, eyes Phase 1 Seth Johnson Jun 12, 2025City has $18.7 million ready.
Local NewsNewberry Fire Department adds Knox Box Rapid Entry Systems to calls Lillian Hamman Jun 12, 2025Program aims for quicker and safer entries to locked buildings.
Government + PoliticsGRU Authority readies lawsuit for second referendum, Carter steps down Seth Johnson Jun 11, 2025Utility leaders look to appeal process.
WeatherFlorida hurricane forecast slows, insurance scene could stabilize Seth Johnson Jun 11, 2025Sales tax holiday on hold.
Government + PoliticsNewberry to offer Randa Paul city clerk position Lillian Hamman Jun 10, 2025Commission approves land development regulation updates after Track Line appeal.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County sends default letter to Celebration Pointe over contract violations Seth Johnson Jun 10, 2025County hasn’t received financial reporting details.
NewsHawthorne man, 22, dies in crash near Melrose Staff Reports Jun 10, 2025SUV leaves State Road 26 and strikes fence, large tree and ejects driver.
Government + PoliticsAlachua commission votes in Rodolfo Valladares as interim city manager Lillian Hamman Jun 9, 20254-1 vote confirms appointment.
State News FloridaFlorida’s hippopotamus, Lu, dies at 65 in Homosassa Springs Staff Reports Jun 9, 2025Lu moved to Florida in 1964.
EducationSchool board approves Newberry charter contract Lillian Hamman Jun 9, 2025Unanimous decision made at special Monday meeting.
NewsWilliston man, 66, dies in 2-vehicle crash in Levy County Staff Reports Jun 9, 2025Sedan drives into path of motorcyclist on US Highway 27-Alt.
Government + PoliticsHigh Springs punts repeal of Sunday alcohol ordinance Lillian Hamman Jun 6, 2025City to partner with county on Canoe Outpost projects.
EducationUF scrambles as Fuchs set to leave, Ono rejected Seth Johnson Jun 6, 2025Lawmakers from both parties weigh in on rejection.
EducationAlachua County school district projects $10.7M loss in state funding for 2025-26 budget Lillian Hamman Jun 6, 2025Board considers facility improvement priorities.
Government + PoliticsGainesville passes preliminary special election vote on GRU governance Seth Johnson Jun 6, 2025Final vote to come June 12.
Government + PoliticsGainesville Regional Transit System finalizes route adjustments Staff Reports Jun 6, 2025On Thursday, the city of Gainesville’s Regional Transit System (RTS) announced it is making several route and service adjustments following the city’s new contract with the […]
Local News‘Easy mark’: Lawsuit claims Celebration Pointe succeeded through an investment con Seth Johnson Jun 5, 2025Main investor backed over $300 million in loans.
NewsAlachua County adds tree-branch trimmer to trail maintenance fleet Staff Reports Jun 5, 2025Public Works Department receives machine through grant.
Local NewsLake City woman reported missing Staff Reports Jun 5, 2025Janicia La’Shelle Davis was last seen on Wednesday evening.
EducationSchool board delays Newberry charter contract to June 9 Lillian Hamman Jun 4, 2025SBAC also approved school- and district-level employment contracts.
CrimeGainesville police search for suspect who abandoned 8-week-old puppy Staff Reports Jun 4, 2025Puppy left at Publix parking lot.
BusinessAlachua Habitat for Humanity hunting for new CEO Staff Reports Jun 4, 2025Successful candidate will lead a one-time reorganization.
Education13 Alachua County students win National Merit Scholarships Staff Reports Jun 4, 2025Additional winners will be announced later this summer.
Government + PoliticsGRU requests Gainesville leaders stop special election plans Seth Johnson Jun 4, 2025City Commission set for vote on Thursday.