NewsI Am Country morning show host dies in head-on collision C.J. Gish Dec 3, 20245 commentsCrash on SW Williston Road on Tuesday morning claims lives of both drivers.
Local LivingAlachua County seeks justice-themed sculpture for court complex Staff Reports Dec 3, 20240 commentsProposals due by Dec. 18.
BusinessSmall sales disappoint Black Friday shoppers Lillian Hamman Nov 29, 20241 commentPost-pandemic crowds back to normal but shoppers want better deals.
SponsoredHoliday events showcase city’s best Eric Godet Sr. Nov 27, 20240 commentsYoung dancers performing for a live audience
Government + PoliticsGainesville receives $800K federal transportation grant for roadway safety Staff Reports Nov 21, 20240 commentsCity to evaluate roadways with limited lighting conditions that contribute to crashes.
Government + PoliticsGainesville sets legislative priorities, talks legal notices Seth Johnson Nov 14, 20240 commentsCommission also looks at minority business study.
Government + PoliticsChad Scott wins vote recount for Alachua County sheriff Staff Reports Nov 13, 20241 commentScott defeats Emery Gainey by 392 votes.
Local LivingAlachua County Poet Laureate to represent U.S. at Nigerian theatre festival Lillian Hamman Nov 13, 20240 commentsE. Stanley Richardson will perform one-man show “Satchmo at the Waldorf.”
Government + PoliticsBOCC votes on rural broadband, dedicates $1M to Mill Creek development Seth Johnson Nov 12, 20240 commentsCounty commission selects new chair, vice chair.
BusinessUnited Way of North Central Florida to unveil new brand strategy Staff Reports Nov 12, 20240 commentsCommunity invited to brand reveal and ribbon-cutting event on Dec. 4.
Local LivingSafe Streets and Roads Community Workshop slated for Wednesday Staff Reports Nov 11, 20240 commentsAlachua County, city of Gainesville and UF seek public input on street safety.
Government + PoliticsRecount underway in Alachua County sheriff’s race J.C. Derrick Nov 11, 20240 commentsMachine recount triggered after initial count showed winning margin of 415 votes.
ElectionsNo contest: Gainesville, Alachua County easily pass 3 local referendums Seth Johnson Nov 6, 20241 commentLegal challenges will hold up two of the issues.
ElectionsGainesville voters denounce political animosity as they head to polls Seth Johnson Nov 5, 20241 commentLocals cite Amendment 4, GRU as top issues in ‘rough’ political season.
Government + PoliticsFrom No to Yes: Long changes stance on single-member districts Seth Johnson Nov 1, 202411 commentsRodney Long sees districts as chance for African Americans.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County to host Climate Summit Staff Reports Nov 1, 20240 commentsEvent to be held at Santa Fe College Blount Center in Gainesville.
Local LivingFood4Kids Backpack Program launches “Alachua County Food Fight” Staff Reports Nov 1, 20241 commentNovember challenge to raise funds to feed nearly 1,700 local children.
Local LivingAlachua County to hold “Honoring the Departed” ceremony on Thursday Staff Reports Nov 1, 20240 commentsCeremony to take place at Evergreen Cemetery.
Local LivingHistorical Marker Dedication Ceremony slated for Saturday Staff Reports Oct 31, 20241 commentAlachua County Community Remembrance Project to hold event at Monteocha Park
NewsAlachua County, Gainesville continue storm debris removal Staff Reports Oct 30, 20241 commentCrews aim to collect debris over next few weeks.
BusinessDerrick: Mainstreet growth defies national trends J.C. Derrick Oct 30, 20242 commentsExpansion brings print edition to 10,000 new homes, businesses.
ElectionsMeet the Candidates: Congressional District 3 Glory Reitz Oct 29, 20241 commentTom Wells challenges incumbent Kat Cammack.
Local LivingDayspring Missionary Baptist Church to host Endowment Scholarship Gala Staff Reports Oct 29, 20240 commentsEvent to increase size of Tiawana Mechele Wheeler Memorial Endowed Scholarship fund.
EducationAnnual event spotlights local afterschool programs Glory Reitz Oct 24, 20240 commentsChildren’s Trust of Alachua County and Boys & Girls Club of Northeast Florida partner for 4th annual event in Alachua County.