EducationAlachua County School Board revises public comment policy Nick Anschultz Aug 13, 2025Board workshop comes after recent tumultuous meetings.
Government + PoliticsMicanopy to stay debt-free with water filtration upgrade Lillian Hamman Aug 13, 2025Community center reports after-school programs improve literacy by 92%.
CrimeGainesville man receives 35-year sentence for drug trafficking, firearm charges Staff Reports Aug 13, 2025Suspect also faces charges of attempted first-degree murder in Alachua County.
News2 vehicles hit, kill High Springs man, 73, walking on US 41 Staff Reports Aug 13, 2025Incident occurs Wednesday morning north of High Springs.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County approves rezoning near Newnans Lake, praises concessions Seth Johnson Aug 12, 2025Conditions announced for dark sky lighting, roadway access.
Government + PoliticsGainesville to consider millage rate increase at Thursday’s final budget meeting Seth Johnson Aug 12, 2025Staff to present three scenarios.
EducationChildren’s Trust hears update on Community Literacy Collaborative Plan Nick Anschultz Aug 12, 2025Board presented with ‘framework’ to improve literacy in Alachua County
CrimeNewberry commissioner offers $1K reward to find Veterans Memorial Park flag thief Lillian Hamman Aug 12, 2025U.S. Rep. Kat Cammack to arrange new flags for park.
NewsGainesville Regional Utilities starts sewer repairs near Chiles Elementary Staff Reports Aug 12, 2025Emergency repairs to take several months and impact area traffic.
NewsDeSantis appoints Kristine Van Vorst to 8th Judicial Circuit Court Staff Reports Aug 12, 2025Vacancy created after resignation of Judge Mark Mark Moseley in April.
Government + PoliticsAlachua fires City Attorney Marian Rush Lillian Hamman Aug 12, 20253-2 vote leaves city with 30 days to find replacement.
Education“Our celebrities”: Alachua County students return to school Nick Anschultz Aug 11, 2025Kanapaha Middle School students receive red-carpet treatment on first day.
Local NewsLargest High Springs food pantry reopens with help from community Lillian Hamman Aug 11, 2025Bread of the Mighty restocks pantry after Community Foundation gives $25k grant.
Crime4 minors arrested for attempted burglary at Reflections Apartments Staff Reports Aug 11, 2025Suspects reportedly tried to break into vehicles.
CrimeAuthorities secure rental car after suspicious object found in Lake City Staff Reports Aug 11, 2025Vehicle returned overnight to Enterprise Rent-A-Car with object found inside.
Local NewsJudge denies GRU attempt to stop referendum J.C. Derrick Aug 9, 2025GRU appeal of April decision still ongoing.
Government + PoliticsGainesville city manager submits letter of resignation C.J. Gish Aug 8, 2025Cynthia Curry to leave position on Nov. 21 after four years with city.
EducationRibbon cutting celebrates completion of revitalized Littlewood campus Nick Anschultz Aug 8, 2025Project took just over a year to complete
NewsHigh Springs food pantry receives $25K grant to avoid temporary closure Lillian Hamman Aug 8, 2025Funds will keep Deeper Purpose Community Church’s center open through end of year.
EducationAlachua County sends reminder to drivers regarding school bus safety Staff Reports Aug 8, 2025Alachua County Public Works sent a reminder to drivers about school bus safety as area schools return on Monday. According to the release sent on Thursday, […]
HealthSafety Net Collaborative works to solve community health, social concerns Ronnie Lovler Aug 8, 2025Group founded over concerns about health inequities and desires for public health reforms
Government + PoliticsGainesville to remove rainbow crosswalks in FDOT compliance Lillian Hamman Aug 7, 2025Fall 2025 Regional Transit Service changes indicate nearly 30% route decrease.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County evaluates 3 new commissioner district maps for 2026 Seth Johnson Aug 7, 2025New districts could force moves ahead of next election.
NewsGainesville man, 56, dies in collision with tree near Williston Staff Reports Aug 7, 2025Vehicle goes off State Road 121 on Wednesday afternoon.