NewsSchool board passes contract with SF College Glory Reitz Aug 16, 2023Board members split 3-2 over concerns about delayed information.
EducationSchool district works to rectify emergency funds Glory Reitz Aug 16, 2023Deadline for second wave of COVID relief funding nears.
BusinessVobile continues expansion with new Alachua facility Seth Johnson Aug 16, 2023UF grad started company in 2005.
EducationSBAC to update LGBTQ+ guide Glory Reitz Aug 16, 2023Board members emphasized the importance of keeping children safe and supported.
Government + PoliticsBOCC commissioners appointed to 6 state committees Staff Reports Aug 16, 2023Three Alachua County commissioners will serve on six committees.
CrimeSuwannee County man arrested for murdering girlfriend Staff Reports Aug 16, 2023Wellborn incident took place in December 2022.
NewsVirginia woman dies in I-75 Alachua County crash Staff Reports Aug 16, 2023Vehicle leaves road at exit 384, overturns and ejects driver.
NewsFire destroys Micanopy residence Staff Reports Aug 16, 2023No injuries reported as multiple crews respond to doublewide mobile home blaze.
Government + PoliticsGainesville commission updated on imagineGNV Seth Johnson Aug 15, 2023Comprehensive plan nears completion.
NewsHigh Springs man dies in Levy County crash Staff Reports Aug 15, 2023Single-vehicle accident occurs on County Road 241.
EducationSF College conducts safety training exercise C.J. Gish Aug 15, 2023Tabletop emergency management meeting focuses on active shooter scenarios.
Government + PoliticsLake City receives $200K firefighters grant Staff Reports Aug 15, 2023Funds earmarked for new equipment.
NewsNewberry approves impact fees, fire truck debt Glory Reitz Aug 15, 2023Commission also declined a request for joint meeting with county.
CrimeLake City man dies in Bradford County hit-and-run Staff Reports Aug 15, 2023Incident occurs south of Starke on County Road 227.
NewsCTAC updates $2.5 million funding plan Glory Reitz Aug 14, 2023Board members also discussed how Children’s Trust can address gun violence.
NewsMasks drop as GNV flight deals with pressure issue Seth Johnson Aug 14, 2023American Airlines flight descends 15,000 feet in under three minutes.
HealthUF Children’s Hospital earns trauma care status Staff Reports Aug 14, 2023Center receives Level 1 designation by American College of Surgeons.
NewsChiefland bicyclist killed in SUV collision Staff Reports Aug 14, 2023Incident occurs on Country Road 345.
NewsChief Jones to retire after 48 years with GNV Seth Johnson Aug 11, 2023Jones headed Gainesville Police Department for 13 years.
NewsVeterans encouraged to file PACT Act claims Staff Reports Aug 11, 2023Alachua County Veteran Services informing residents to file before midnight on Monday.
Government + PoliticsGNV preps for housing discussions, changes Seth Johnson Aug 10, 2023Two neighborhood workshops set.
CrimeShooting on SE 4th Street claims one Staff Reports Aug 10, 2023Juvenile male dies at UF Shands Hospital.
NewsRescue crews free man from collapsed trench Glory Reitz Aug 10, 2023Crews from multiple agencies worked together in Gilchrist County rescue.
NewsUnits quench blaze at Newberry firewood company Seth Johnson Aug 10, 2023Chief says safety talks in progress.