NewsAlachua police investigate apparent fatal dog attack Gary Nelson Mar 24, 202611 commentsSouth Florida woman visiting her son’s family in Alachua when allegedly mauled by pit bulls.
NewsAlachua County extends burn ban through March 27 Staff Reports Mar 20, 20261 commentAnnouncement follows severe water shortage declaration on Wednesday.
Local LivingUF researchers design new Alachua County toolkit to tackle childhood food insecurity Alisha Katz | UF Mar 18, 20262 commentsFlorida among top five stats with highest number of children living in food-insecure homes.
Local NewsAlachua County launches second phase of food hub feasibility study Staff Reports Mar 17, 20261 commentInitiative to focus on supporting area farmers, strengthening local food system.
Government + PoliticsDerrick: Research reveals public engagement decreasing in Florida J.C. Derrick Mar 17, 20263 commentsLack of printed public notice benefits developers.
NewsSt. Francis House to permanently close its downtown center in April Seth Johnson Mar 16, 202613 commentsNonprofit hopes to open at different location.
SponsoredGood in Gainesville: As Florida Innovation Grows, North Central Florida Plays a Critical Role Scott Schroeder Mar 16, 20261 commentEntrepreneurship continues to shape Florida’s economy.
NewsTornado watch issued for Alachua County, North Central Florida Staff Reports Mar 16, 20260 commentsSevere weather expected to last until 8 p.m.
Local LivingSpring break food distribution event slated for Saturday Staff Reports Mar 12, 20260 commentsEvent to take place at Irby Elementary School in Alachua.
EducationChildren’s Trust of Alachua County approves 2027-2030 strategic plan Nick Anschultz Mar 10, 20263 commentsBoard also gained new member at Monday meeting.
NewsMultiple injuries reported when truck crashes into school bus on US Highway 301 Staff Reports Mar 9, 20260 commentsCrash occurs north of Hawthorne on Monday morning.
Local LivingPlein air painting at Barr Hammock Preserve-Levy Loop slated for March 15 Staff Reports Mar 6, 20260 commentsAlachua County invites local artists to event.
Local LivingAlachua County reminds bicyclists, motorists about best safety practices Staff Reports Mar 6, 20262 commentsMarch is Florida Bicycle Month.
Local LivingSpring Market Series returns to The Streatery on Friday Staff Reports Mar 5, 20260 commentsDowntown Gainesville event to run each weekend through April 5.
Faith + InspirationAnew to add Creator’s Space, more safe beds with 10-acre donation Lillian Hamman Mar 2, 20261 commentSex trafficking survivors to learn leadership and entrepreneurial skills.
Local LivingAlachua County to host Veterans Stand Down and Resource Fair Staff Reports Mar 2, 20260 commentsEvent slated for Wednesday at Santa Fe College Blount Center.
Government + Politics7 new candidates enter Alachua County 2026 elections Seth Johnson Feb 23, 20261 commentHawthorne’s mayor to run for Florida House.
SponsoredCommitted to service: UF pharmacy students bring health care, food and compassion to Florida communities. Tyler Francischine | UF Health Feb 23, 20260 commentsUniversity of Florida pharmacy students learned that the act of giving can also feel like a gift.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County reviewing 4 projects at Archer Road/Tower Road activity center Seth Johnson Feb 17, 20269 commentsPublix submits plans to demolish, replace store.
ElectionsAlachua County’s 9 municipalities to hold elections in 2026 Lillian Hamman Feb 17, 20260 commentsRaces to start in April, run through December.
Local LivingCuscowilla Summer Camp registration opens March 1 Staff Reports Feb 17, 20260 commentsThis year’s camp theme is ‘Nature Navigators.’
NewsAlachua County extends burn ban, DeSantis issues State of Emergency Staff Reports Feb 13, 20260 commentsGovernor’s Executive Order 26-33 recognizes growing wildfire threat resulting from dry conditions.
Local NewsAlachua, Bradford included in St. Johns district’s Phase 1 water shortage Staff Reports Feb 11, 20261 commentNext significant rain expected Sunday.
EducationGlobal Newspaper in Education Week to celebrate student literacy in Alachua County Lillian Hamman Feb 11, 20260 commentsParticipating teachers can enter to win a $100 Publix gift card.