In case you missed it: Barbershop Owner, Navy Warship, County Lines
Jun 20, 2020
It was a noteworthy news week in our community. COVID-19 outbreaks hit the state, Springs County’s attempt to leave Alachua County came to light, and a […]
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In case you missed it: Barbershop Owner, Navy Warship, County Lines
It was a noteworthy news week in our community. COVID-19 outbreaks hit the state, Springs County’s attempt to leave Alachua County came to light, and a […]
What is the summer solstice? An astronomer explains
Jun 20, 2020
The summer solstice marks the official start of summer. It brings the longest day and shortest night of the year for the 88% of Earth’s people […]
Tolodoxi: The perfect teammate helped guide the Williston Red Devils to a state title
Jun 19, 2020
Today’s senior spotlight is on Zach Tolodoxi of Williston High School. Tolodoxi played football as a freshman and was a four-year varsity player for the Red […]
‘Grip it, rip it, sip it’ at new axe throwing bar coming soon to Gainesville
Jun 19, 2020
Entrepreneur Suzanne Gilbert says opening an axe throwing bar in Gainesville is an “ax-cellent” and “ax-iting” new venture. The former marketing executive and professional poker player […]
Pup thrown from vehicle during accident near Micanopy reunited with owners
Jun 19, 2020
While passing through Micanopy on June 12th, Bobby Schlenz and his fiancée were involved in an accident that totaled their Dodge Ram and propelled their pup […]
Breaking News: Record high daily COVID-19 positive cases for Florida reaches 3,822
Jun 19, 2020
The Florida Department of Health reported another record-setting 3,822 positive cases of COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the state total to 89,748. 43 new deaths related to […]
Eternally intertwined: Husband, widow donate organs to same man 16 years apart
Jun 19, 2020
In order for there to be a gift of life, there must be a giver. Living donors are more common for some types of transplant procedures, […]
Pop-up Movie Tour draws hundreds of viewers to Oaks Mall
Jun 19, 2020
Drive-In Dude and Pop-up Movie Tour Founder Michael Silver had to close his event business based in Pensacola due to the pandemic. But the event planner […]
Juneteenth: The end of slavery in the United States
Jun 19, 2020
Juneteenth is the oldest known celebration commemorating the ending of slavery in the United States. Dating back to 1865, it was on June 19th that the […]
County expresses concern over recent student onboarding and increased COVID-19 positive testing
Jun 18, 2020
Alachua County released the following statement about recent student onboarding and COVID-19 positive testing locally: “Alachua County is concerned about the recent increase in positive […]
Columbia High School softball star will answer a higher calling after graduation
Jun 18, 2020
Today’s senior spotlight is on Cadence Mirra of the Lake City Columbia softball team. Mirra’s senior campaign was off to a good start, with a .304 […]
AAA Survey: COVID-19 restrictions affected travel plans for 76% of Floridians
Jun 18, 2020
New research from AAA shows the coronavirus has impacted 2020 travel plans for 76 percent of Floridians. This is according to the results of the AAA Consumer PulseTM survey […]
Breaking News: Record high daily COVID-19 cases for Florida reaches 3,207
Jun 18, 2020
TALLAHASSEE —The Florida Department of Health reported 3,207 new positive COVID-19 cases today, June 18th. Test results for more than 32,300 individuals were reported to DOH as […]
Governor receives 38 Bills from the Florida Legislature
Jun 18, 2020
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will decide the fate of 38 Bills delivered to his desk on June 16th from the Florida Legislature. Here’s a look at […]
Hawthorne City Hall opening Friday to negotiate past due utility payments
Jun 18, 2020
As a one time courtesy, City Hall will be open on Friday, June 19 from 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to collect payments from customers whose […]
FHP: Prepare for safe summer travel
Jun 18, 2020
TALLAHASSEE – The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) is launching its Safe Summer Travel Campaign, reminding motorists to plan ahead and prepare for […]
Garth Brooks concert event coming to Ocala drive-in screen
Jun 18, 2020
It looks like Tomorrow will Come after all. Country music legend Garth Brooks’ confirmed his one-night-only concert event will be coming to the Ocala Drive-In theater, and […]
Late night fire in Bradford County claims home
Jun 17, 2020
A kitchen fire is to blame for the loss of a home late Monday evening June 16. Fortunately there were no injuries. Around 10:45 pm Bradford […]
Developing Story: Plans submitted for 487-unit development at former West End Golf Club
Jun 17, 2020
The Alachua County Planning staff met with JBrown Professional Group on June 16th to discuss a proposed 487-residential unit development that includes an 80-room hotel. According to […]
2020 Spring Parade of Homes returning to Alachua County this weekend
Jun 17, 2020
The 2020 Spring Parade of Homes™ is kicking off this Saturday, June 20th at noon! Make plans to take a tour through the community. This year’s Spring Parade […]
GFR responds to chemical fire at warehouse in Northwest Gainesville
Jun 17, 2020
At 12:15 pm today, multiple Gainesville Fire Rescue crews responded to a 911 call for a chemical fire at a warehouse located at the 4400 block […]
Breaking News: 2,610 new positive cases of COVID-19 reported in Florida
Jun 17, 2020
FDOH reports COVID-19 new case positivity rate of 10.4 percent A day after Florida Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried stated that Florida Gov. Ron Desantis “has lost control […]
Blaskowski was a star swimmer and trailblazer for girl’s water polo in Alachua County
Jun 17, 2020
Today’s senior spotlight is on Zoe Blaskowski of the Gainesville High School varsity swimming and Water Polo teams. Blaskowski went to the state swim meet as […]
School board approves renaming of elementary school
Jun 17, 2020
Dozens of people encouraged the School Board of Alachua County to approve the name change of J.J. Finley Elementary including a second grader from Glen Springs […]