BusinessAlachua County bed tax hits record $8.2 million Seth Johnson Nov 10, 20232 comments Visitors represent 26% of spending activity.
Citizens of the MonthSeptember 2023 Citizens of the Month Staff Reports Nov 10, 20230 commentsAwards recognizing one student from each elementary school in Alachua County.
Local LivingAlachua County to host annual Veterans Day Celebration Staff Reports Nov 9, 20230 commentsTheme for celebration is "Those who served and continue to give, America's veterans."
NewsMicanopy students take home 100 laptops Glory Reitz Nov 8, 20230 commentsAT&T and Human IT to donate another 100 to Hawthorne students next week.
NewsSchool board approves turnaround plans for Lake Forest, Idylwild Glory Reitz Nov 8, 20232 commentsAbbitt, Certain push for proactive measures such as year-round school.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County approves study for 4,000-acre Hickory Sink property Seth Johnson Nov 7, 20236 commentsUF plans to immediately start next step for golf course development.
Local LivingSweetwater Wetlands Park to celebrate addition to state wildlife list Seth Johnson Nov 7, 20230 commentsEvent includes tours, sign unveiling and scavenger hunt.
Local Living5 best places to get breakfast or brunch in Gainesville Olivia Hanna Nov 4, 20231 commentUpscale and casual options for breakfast in the city
Local LivingAlachua County Forever purchases 289 acres along Lake Alto Staff Reports Nov 3, 20230 commentsKhanh Dinh Trust sells property in Santa Fe River watershed.
EducationAlachua County Public Schools works on language accessibility Glory Reitz Nov 2, 20230 commentsGainesville Immigrant Neighbor Inclusion Initiative says the district has much more work to do.
BusinessGas prices continue slide C.J. Gish Nov 2, 20232 commentsCost at pump drops six cents per gallon in the Gainesville area and 10 cents statewide.
Local LivingAlachua County irrigation restrictions start on Sunday Staff Reports Nov 2, 20230 commentsLandscape watering to be limited to one day per week during winter months.
Government + PoliticsGRU Authority continues trunked radio sale, starts bond verification Seth Johnson Nov 1, 20232 commentsMembers reject additional agenda items.
NewsOcala man ejected from SUV, dies in Alachua County crash Staff Reports Nov 1, 20230 commentsSingle-vehicle incident occurs along County Road 234.
NewsUF readies for 580-acre expansion in Jonesville, Alachua County to evaluate proposal Seth Johnson Oct 31, 202314 commentsExpansion would tie in with larger property study.
Local LivingAlachua County Animal Resources reminds residents to license pets Staff Reports Oct 31, 20232 commentsLicenses can now be registered online.
NewsState attorney: Lawmakers must act on starting salaries J.C. Derrick Oct 30, 20232 commentsKramer calls for 50% increase in assistant state attorney minimum.
NewsLake Butler woman dies in head-on collision south of La Crosse Staff Reports Oct 30, 20230 commentsAccident occurs on State Road 121.
Local LivingAging Matters: Gainesville’s youthful vibe beckons older adults Ronnie Lovler Oct 28, 20233 commentsNumerous factors are drawing seniors to North Central Florida
NewsGainesville unveils new road sign in honor of Dylan Roberts Seth Johnson Oct 27, 20230 commentsCity pushes for state to rename crosswalk.
FeaturedChildren’s Trust, Deeper Purpose host Lights on Afterschool Glory Reitz Oct 27, 20230 commentsEvent intended to highlight afterschool programs, potential activities.
BusinessGainesville area gas prices increase slightly C.J. Gish Oct 26, 20230 commentsCost per gallon up three cents since last week.
Government + PoliticsGot potholes? New Alachua County map shows road renovations through 2032 Seth Johnson Oct 26, 20234 commentsCounty starts work with a tripled road budget.
NewsAlachua County delegation to meet at Santa Fe, discuss priorities Seth Johnson Oct 24, 20231 commentAnnual delegation meeting set for 1:30 p.m.