Government + PoliticsHigh Springs considers city manager position, waits for new commissioner Seth Johnson Jan 12, 2024Commission also votes to buy Priest Theatre.
EducationEpiscopal Children’s Services names Pace director as new CEO Staff Reports Jan 12, 2024Natalya Bannister Roby will lead North Central Florida early childhood education program.
NewsTampa man dies in Gainesville accident Staff Reports Jan 12, 2024Two others suffered serious injuries.
EducationSchool board moves rezoning timeline back to 2025 Glory Reitz Jan 12, 2024Superintendent recommends not to approve proposed maps, continue working.
Government + PoliticsGainesville commission votes 6-1 for inclusionary zoning Seth Johnson Jan 11, 2024Lot size amendment gets green light on split vote.
CrimeLaw enforcement apprehends fleeing homicide suspect Staff Reports Jan 11, 2024Chase starts in Gainesville and ends with suspect crashing vehicle in Columbia County.
Government + PoliticsGRU generation forecast: solar remains sunny, purchased power looks stormy Seth Johnson Jan 10, 2024Plan results show need for a variety of generation assets.
SportsAlachua County to host WMA Indoor Championships Staff Reports Jan 10, 2024First time event will be held in United States.
EducationUF to advance engineering program with $2.5M in strategic funding Staff Reports Jan 10, 2024Funds will go to Industrialized Construction Engineering.
NewsAt least four dead from Tuesday’s severe storms Christina Grube | World News Group Jan 10, 2024More than 22 million people from Florida to Virginia under tornado watch on Tuesday afternoon.
NewsDecember rainfall marks third highest North Florida total since 1932 Staff Reports Jan 10, 2024More than 8 inches recorded during month.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County OKs code services extension, 161-acre purchase Seth Johnson Jan 9, 2024Commissioners also approved two development plans.
Local NewsGainesville nonprofit continues GRU lawsuit, responds to judge’s deadline Seth Johnson Jan 9, 2024Nonprofit president says someone must be responsible for House Bill 1645.
EducationSchool Board of Alachua County to cast final rezoning vote on Thursday Glory Reitz Jan 9, 2024If approved, zoning would take effect in 2024-25 school year.
NewsDeSantis declares state of emergency over severe weather J.C. Derrick Jan 9, 2024Storms moving from Panhandle toward North Central Florida.
EducationUF makes interim provost permanent Staff Reports Jan 9, 2024Former IFAS head J. Scott Angle named to succeed Joseph Glover.
NewsACSO deputies shoot armed woman at La Quinta Inn Staff Reports Jan 9, 2024Woman refuses to drop handgun after deputies respond for well-being check.
Government + PoliticsAlachua passes first reading of business impact statement Glory Reitz Jan 9, 2024Alachua Chamber also presented overview of plans for the city’s future.
EducationAlachua County Public Schools close for storm Staff Reports Jan 8, 2024Multiple school districts to shut down on Tuesday.
EducationLoften magnet program trains future fire and EMS students Glory Reitz Jan 8, 2024New Public Safety Telecommunicator offers a track for students who want to operate behind the scenes.
NewsUF to focus on seed projects in new space institute Staff Reports Jan 8, 2024New institute supported by $2.5 million in state funds.
FeaturedNational Weather Service issues severe storm alert for Tuesday Staff Reports Jan 8, 2024Strong winds predicted through North Central Florida.
NewsFDA approves Florida to import cheaper Canadian prescription drugs Staff Reports Jan 5, 2024Program will save state up to $180 million in first year.
Government + PoliticsGainesville unveils webpage dedicated for new open-container restrictions Staff Reports Jan 5, 2024Webpage shows changes now in effect, answers frequently asked questions for patrons, business owners.