NewsYouth prepare for annual 4-H Forest Ecology Contest Suzette Cook | UF/IFAS Nov 24, 2023Volunteer experts teach students with hands-on lessons at UF's Austin Cary Forest.
EducationPalm Breeze moves past Reichert House and toward new charter school Seth Johnson Nov 22, 2023Nonprofit looks to shift mission on former youth academy.
EducationSanta Fe College receives $3 million to develop engineering degree Staff Reports Nov 22, 2023Funds come from grant to expand Florida’s semiconductor and chip manufacturing industries.
NewsFive short, Alachua County walks to check out in the holiday season Seth Johnson Nov 22, 2023Walks spaced throughout the county.
Government + PoliticsGainesville Development Board approves 220-unit development near UF Seth Johnson Nov 21, 2023Development to add 754 rooms to housing stock.
EducationAlachua County Public Schools students place in The Great Debate Glory Reitz Nov 21, 2023Lincoln Middle School’s Ann Moywaywa was champion in three events, division overall.
National NewsAppeals court says only government can bring challenges under Voting Rights Act Joshua Schumacher | World News Group Nov 21, 2023Ruling sets up potential showdown at U.S. Supreme Court.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County director appointed to state tourism board Staff Reports Nov 21, 2023Hurov will work with Destinations Florida to increase tourism awareness.
Government + PoliticsHigh Springs commission selects new mayor, city manager resigns Seth Johnson Nov 20, 2023Staff says water rates need to increase.
Covid-19Free COVID at-home tests kits available Staff Reports Nov 20, 2023Every home in U.S. eligible to order four at-home tests kits.
Government + PoliticsGainesville Fire Rescue, union celebrates new schedule change for 2024 Staff Reports Nov 20, 2023Employees to receive an extra day off following a 24-hour shift.
NewsOne dies in crash involving two motorcycles and van Staff Reports Nov 20, 2023Collision occurs at SW 13th Street and SW 21st Avenue.
Government + PoliticsGainesville awards $200,000 in grants as part of national project Staff Reports Nov 17, 2023Six local organizations will get the phase 2 funding.
NewsNorth Florida springs restorations projects receive more than $13M Staff Reports Nov 17, 2023Gov. Ron DeSantis announces grant funds for recovery and restoration projects.
Government + PoliticsGRU Authority plans for more meetings in first workshop Seth Johnson Nov 16, 2023Manager said more meetings needed to deliver business transformation.
NewsMan drowns in Duval Park pond after fleeing police Staff Reports Nov 16, 2023Gainesville Police officers attempt traffic stop of stolen scooter.
Government + PoliticsEastman’s housing proposal next heads to Gainesville City Commission Seth Johnson Nov 15, 2023Proposal would lower minimum lot sizes for single-family homes.
NewsAlachua County allows social media comments in 30-day trial Staff Reports Nov 15, 2023County shut down comments during the COVID-19 pandemic.
NewsPaynes Prairie plane crash kills pilot Staff Reports Nov 15, 2023Small single-engine plane located late Tuesday afternoon.
EducationCommunity maintains issues with proposed school rezoning Glory Reitz Nov 15, 2023Several parents express dissatisfaction with current plans.
NewsSmall plane goes down in Paynes Prairie Staff Reports Nov 14, 2023Search crews locate wreckage around 5:15 p.m.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County Commission selects Alford as next chair Seth Johnson Nov 14, 2023Commissioner Chuck Chestnut will serve as vice chair.
NewsAAA projects over 55 million Americans to travel for Thanksgiving Staff Reports Nov 14, 2023Holiday forecast marks 2.3 percent increase over last year.
National NewsSupreme Court justices sign code of ethics Joshua Schumacher | World News Group Nov 14, 2023Congress called for justices to subscribe to code of ethics following questionable incidents.