Daycare worker identified as 12th COVID-19 case in Alachua County
Mar 20, 2020
A daycare center worker has been identified as the 12th positive case in Alachua County. The State Department of Health (DOH) is working very closely with […]
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Daycare worker identified as 12th COVID-19 case in Alachua County
A daycare center worker has been identified as the 12th positive case in Alachua County. The State Department of Health (DOH) is working very closely with […]
Turnpike not taking cash payments; only using Toll-By-Plate
Mar 20, 2020
Tallahassee, Fla. – To help reduce the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and to help keep toll collectors safe, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), Florida’s Turnpike […]
What coronavirus symptoms should I look for, and when do I call the doctor? A doctor answers 4 questions
Mar 19, 2020
As the nation adjusts to the threat of COVID-19, the illness caused by the coronavirus, it’s only natural to worry whether a cough or aches and […]
3 more cases of coronavirus identified in Alachua County
Mar 19, 2020
Alachua County officials released the details of three new persons who tested positive for COVID-19, bringing the county total to 10. 1. A 42-year-old female. The […]
When the Coronavirus hits home
Mar 19, 2020
Opinion/Analysis My 79-year-old mother is in a progressive care unit (PCU) in a hospital in Alachua County awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test administered March […]
DCF safeguards clients and employees by closing storefronts
Mar 19, 2020
TALLAHASSEE, FL – Today, the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) temporarily closed all storefronts and lobbies to safeguard the public and employees from the spread […]
4 ways to help kids relax as the coronavirus upends everyday life
Mar 19, 2020
Families everywhere are adjusting to a new way of life due to social distancing measures like closed schools, workplaces, and more. Given that anxiety was already […]
Gainesville City Hall closed until further notice
Mar 18, 2020
Effective 5 p.m. today, City Hall and other city facilities will be closed to the public until further notice. Exceptions include the Gainesville Police Department lobby, Gainesville […]
Donations requested to feed children during Spring Break and beyond
Mar 18, 2020
In collaboration with local non-profit organizations and restaurants, Alachua County Public Schools is seeking donations of both food and funds to help keep children fed during […]
Register to join the City of Gainesville Town Hall call about COVID-19.
Mar 18, 2020
Residents interested in taking part in the March 18th City of Gainesville Telephone Town Hall about COVID-19 need to first register by going to https://tinyurl.com/TTHGNV Once […]
Area stores create special shopping time for senior citizens only
Mar 18, 2020
Dollar General Corporation announced plans to dedicate the first hour of each shopping day to senior shoppers, as well as amend store operating hours beginning March […]
Humane Society seeks emergency foster homes and adopters in response to COVID‐19
Mar 18, 2020
The Humane Society of North Central Florida (HSNCF) is monitoring CDC guidelines and complying with all state and local mandates in regards to the outbreak of […]
Newberry declares State of General Emergency
Mar 18, 2020
The Newberry Commission agreed to enter a General State of Emergency on March 17th. “We know why we are all here,” Mayor Jordan Marlowe said as […]
High Springs declares State of Emergency
Mar 18, 2020
The City of High Springs declared a State of Emergency on March 17th and closed City Hall at 6 p.m. It will remain closed until April […]
Florida reaches out to the Feds for COVID-19 assistance
Mar 18, 2020
TALLAHASSEE — Today, the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) announced that at the Governor’s direction, FDEM Director Jared Moskowitz is ordering additional supplies and personal […]
City of Alachua closes most recreational services
Mar 18, 2020
The City of Alachua continues to monitor and take necessary precautions related to COVID-19. Our preparations are guided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention […]
Incumbents Arreola and Ward prevail in Gainesville municipal elections
Mar 17, 2020
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic that has gripped the nation, Gainesville voters spoke loud and clear on who they wanted on their city commission. Incumbents David Arreola […]
Superintendent of schools: “We are in uncharted territory”
Mar 17, 2020
Alachua County Public Schools Superintendent Karen Clarke announced to the School Board of Alachua County on March 17th that students will not be returning to school […]
Gainesville City Manager issues emergency directive
Mar 17, 2020
In response to concerns from the Gainesville business community and in the interests of the health and safety of our neighbors, City Manager Lee Feldman has […]
Santa Fe College continues operations online until at least March 30th
Mar 17, 2020
Santa Fe College announced that all SF facilities will be closed as of 4:30 p.m. today, Tuesday, March 17th, until at least Monday, March 30th. During […]
Governor shuts down bars and night clubs in Florida
Mar 17, 2020
At a press conference this afternoon, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced he was shutting down bars, ending classroom instruction at universities for the semester, ordering a […]
Newberry mayor will declare State of Emergency
Mar 17, 2020
Mayor Jordan Marlowe announced via social media on March 17 that he will be declaring a State of Emergency for the City of Newberry. “This afternoon, […]
Four UF students test positive for coronavirus
Mar 17, 2020
A day after two students presented concerns to the City of Gainesville commission claiming that the UF student population isn’t taking the COVID-19 pandemic seriously, Florida […]
Pet daycare center offers discount care and free pet pickup
Mar 17, 2020
Dogs Rule Owner Jill Davis is offering free transport of pups to her daycare center in Gainesville through May 1 in an effort to help out […]