SponsoredGood in Gainesville: Sports tourism boosts local economy Eric Godet Sr. Mar 1, 20250 commentsAlachua County State of the Art Event Center in Celebration Point.
Government + PoliticsGainesville moves forward with school zone, red-light cameras Seth Johnson Feb 27, 202513 commentsOrdinances will return for two final votes.
Government + PoliticsGainesville, Alachua County set Library Support days Seth Johnson Feb 27, 20251 commentNational nonprofit pushing for library use.
BusinessOak Hammock approved for new 4-story apartment building Seth Johnson Feb 26, 20250 commentsBoard of Directors plan for future growth.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County considers sheriff’s office salaries, carports Seth Johnson Feb 25, 20252 commentsSheriff to raise starting salaries.
Local LivingLegacy of Matthew Lewey celebrated at Thomas Center Ronnie Lovler Feb 24, 20251 commentEvent examined extraordinary achievements of forgotten African American leader in Gainesville.
NewsInsured but still in debt: Hawthorne residents talk healthcare costs Seth Johnson Feb 24, 20252 commentsTown Hall hosted by Right Care Alliance.
Local LivingAlachua County Youth Fair & Livestock Show to start on Feb. 27 Staff Reports Feb 21, 20250 commentsSix-day event to be held at Alachua County Agricultural and Equestrian Center.
Government + PoliticsGainesville authorizes letter over garbage fee mishap, continues streatery Seth Johnson Feb 20, 202515 commentsCity also finalized Florida Theater historic designation.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County continues negotiations with UF on animal services Seth Johnson Feb 20, 20252 commentsDraft contract expected later this year.
EducationHomeschooler wins second straight spelling bee Glory Reitz Feb 20, 20251 commentThree-hour competition stretches 42 rounds.
Local LivingCuscowilla Day Camp registration to open on March 1 Staff Reports Feb 18, 20250 commentsDay camps slated from June 9 to July 25.
NewsGainesville protesters crowd downtown sidewalks to oppose Trump, Musk Seth Johnson Feb 17, 202545 commentsProtests held nationwide on Presidents’ Day.
Local LivingHidden Gems: 9 Alachua County parks and preserves worth visiting Seth Johnson Feb 17, 20252 commentsActivities range from boating to hiking and observation points.
HistoryUnion Academy shows local Black community’s love of education Glory Reitz Feb 15, 20253 commentsSchool thrived through difficult environment.
Government + PoliticsNewberry City Commission picks Mayor Marlowe for city manager Glory Reitz Feb 11, 20255 commentsMarlowe to negotiate three-year contract with city staff.
HistoryUnassuming home belies rich history of A. Quinn Jones Seth Johnson Feb 8, 20251 comment Museum, cultural center honors leading Gainesville educator.
BusinessFree tax-filing services offered in Gainesville area Lillian Hamman Feb 6, 20250 commentsIn-person and virtual tax filing appointments available for qualifying income levels.
NewsGainesville Regional Transit System Fare-Free Program to require ID cards Staff Reports Feb 5, 20251 commentRiders eligible for program must present ID cards starting March 1.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County focuses on West End, eastern park for coming years Seth Johnson Feb 4, 20252 commentsCommissioners updated their parks masterplan on Tuesday.
Local LivingMatheson to host elections in Alachua County discussion with Kim Barton Staff Reports Feb 4, 20250 commentsAlachua County supervisor of elections to speak at Wednesday event.
NewsRosa Parks Quiet Courage Committee presidency passes to Burgess Glory Reitz Feb 4, 20250 commentsGriner steps down for health reasons 20 years after founding committee.
Local NewsUnofficial data indicates slight homelessness increase over 2024 Glory Reitz Jan 31, 20250 commentsCoC finished counting Thursday night, results still must be reviewed.
NewsFirefighters extinguish brush fire north of High Springs Staff Reports Jan 31, 20250 commentsCrews from multiple fire departments battle blaze that threatens homes in unincorporated area.