Crime Old town man indicted for methamphetamine trafficking charges C.J. Gish Jun 26, 2025Ronald Peavy scheduled for arraignment on July 1.
Government + Politics Alachua County-based projects account for $230 million in Florida’s proposed budget Seth Johnson Jun 25, 2025Budget is still subject to governor’s vetoes.
Education No Kid Hungry salutes Alachua County Public Schools food services director Staff Reports Jun 25, 2025Summer Hunger Hero award applauds ACPS’s expansion of summer meals program in rural communities.
Government + Politics Alachua County remains in holding pattern on animal services, eastside housing Seth Johnson Jun 24, 2025Commission eyes alternative to UF property.
Government + Politics City staff—not commission—to approve Alachua land developments Lillian Hamman Jun 24, 2025Motion conforms Alachua with new state law taking effect July 1.
Government + Politics Newberry reallocates $2 million for Champions Park improvements Lillian Hamman Jun 24, 2025City Commission establishes Mayor Youth Council.
Crime Lake City woman arrested after entering home with handgun, making threats Staff Reports Jun 24, 2025Police set up perimeter around NE Lake Drive residence.
News Gainesville police investigate aggravated battery in North Lincoln Heights Staff Reports Jun 24, 2025Victim found unconscious with severe trauma to head.
Local Living Amateur radio clubs ready to go live in national contest this weekend Staff Reports Jun 24, 2025Visitors able to participate, help track satellites.
Education Alachua County Public Schools loses three top financial administrators Lillian Hamman Jun 23, 2025Jaremczuk and Esposito resign to take new jobs in education
Local Living Oak Hammock plays bridge to raise funds for Alzheimer’s Association Seth Johnson Jun 23, 2025Tournament estimated to raise $10,000.
News Sweltering temperatures hit eastern U.S. Elizabeth Russell | World News Group Jun 23, 2025National Weather Service forecasts highes above 90 or 100 degrees.
Education UF selects Clemons as next vice president for government and community relations Staff Reports Jun 20, 2025Position left vacant in February
News Gainesville celebrates new improvements at Duval Nature Park Seth Johnson Jun 20, 2025Parking lot, ADA trail added.
Government + Politics Gainesville considers ending fire exemption for charitable, religious entities Seth Johnson Jun 19, 2025Exempted organizations could pay combined $525,000.
Government + Politics Alachua Education Task Force adopts 2025 strategic plan Lillian Hamman Jun 19, 2025Collaboration with SBAC depends on superintendent response.
News Chief Book announces retirement from Santa Fe College as department wins award Seth Johnson Jun 19, 2025He’s worked in law enforcement for more than 40 years.
News Firefighters respond to fatal accident in Hawthorne Staff Reports Jun 19, 2025Victim entrapped in two-vehicle accident on US Highway 301.
Local News Gainesville police, FBI settle investigation into explosive device found in Airbnb Seth Johnson Jun 18, 2025No charges being pursued.
Government + Politics High Springs opens applications for Mayor’s Youth Council Staff Reports Jun 18, 2025Graduations created two vacancies on the council.
Crime Lake City police arrest armed teenager Staff Reports Jun 18, 2025Automatic detection system alerted police to two separate gunshot locations.
News AAA: Teen driver deaths jump in summer months Kellan Howell | AAA Jun 18, 2025Crash data reveals concerning seasonal patterns occurring between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
Government + Politics Hawthorne swears in Martin, re-elects Randall, Bouie-Hutchinson Lillian Hamman Jun 17, 2025Mitigates June 26-28 homecoming traffic with 8 p.m. closing time.
Government + Politics Gainesville, Alachua County research bus routes, Hoggetowne Medieval Faire Seth Johnson Jun 17, 2025Commissions punt on Gainesville Community Redevelopment Area talks.