Alachua school district taking oversight committee applicants
Alachua County Public Schools is accepting applications for a vacant at-large seat on the committee that reviews all expenditures from revenues raised through the Half-Cent for […]
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Alachua school district taking oversight committee applicants
Alachua County Public Schools is accepting applications for a vacant at-large seat on the committee that reviews all expenditures from revenues raised through the Half-Cent for […]
DeSantis: Vaccine headed to new Walmart, Publix locations
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis today announced new COVID-19 vaccination sites across the state through the Federal Retail Pharmacy Program, which is bringing increased supply to the […]
GDP makes arrest on child exploitation charges
The Gainesville Police Department (GPD) has arrested a local man accused of posing as a minor online to solicit illicit photos from children. Today GPD arrested […]
Animal shelter offers Valentine’s adoption deal
If you’re looking for the warm fuzzies this Valentine’s Day, the Alachua County Animal Services (ACAS) is here to help. Starting today, ACAS is hosting a […]
Woman dies in Levy County auto accident
A 57-year-old Williston woman died in an auto accident Monday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP). The collision occurred on U.S. Highway 27 at […]
Gainesville voter registration deadline looms Feb. 16
If you live in Gainesville and want to vote in next month’s election, time is running out to register. The city is holding an election for […]
MAM concert series set to return next month
The City of Alachua and Vipper Events have announced a pandemic-era version of the March, April and May (M.A.M.) Festival and Concert Series at Legacy Park. […]
Alachua Health Department taking appointments for Newberry vaccine clinic
The City of Newberry and the Alachua County Health Department have partnered to offer a COVID-19 vaccination site at the Easton Newberry Sports Complex on Tuesday, […]
Gainesville couple arrested for quarantine violation
The Hawaii attorney general’s office announced that special agents arrested a Gainesville couple on Friday for allegedly violating the state’s quarantine rules. According to a press release, […]
City of High Springs to host Saturday food giveaway
The City of High Springs has announced the next Farm Share Food Giveaway for this Saturday, Jan. 23. The event is set to begin at 9 […]
Levy County brush fire hindering driver visibility
The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) has issued a motorist advisory due to an active five-acre forest fire south of Bronson in Levy County. The fire is […]
School board to discuss civic literacy, other issues at meeting tonight
The School Board of Alachua County will tackle a full agenda at its first regular meeting of 2021 at 6 p.m. tonight. Among the he board […]
ASO looking for suspect in Monday murder
The Alachua County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Monday in west Gainesville. Shortly after noon deputies responded to a report of a […]
Authorities arrest man suspected of robbery spree
Today the Gainesville Police Department (GDP) and the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office (ASCO) announced they made an arrest in an investigation into a string of robberies […]
Trump-branded manatee sparks investigation, reward offer
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.— The Center for Biological Diversity has announced a $5,000 reward for information leading to a conviction in an incident involving a threatened Florida […]
Alachua BOCC hybrid evening meeting includes COVID-19 update
ALACHUA COUNTY, FL – The Alachua County Commission will conduct a hybrid regular meeting at 5:01 p.m. Tuesday and the daytime portion of the meeting has […]
VA expands vaccine-eligible criteria
On Thursday the Veterans Administration released additional guidance for military veterans who wish to receive COVID-19 vaccination. Here is the message in its entirety: We understand […]
Tax collector’s office seeks mural name suggestions
“What’s in a name?” Shakespeare once asked. “License plates” is not the typical response, but it would be appropriate for the new mural that Alachua County […]
Authorities identify remains found in Gilchrist County
Authorities have identified the remains found Saturday in northeast Gilchrist County as 37-year-old Jessica Bradshaw. Gilchrist County Sheriff’s Office identified the woman as a white female […]
County commission to talk radio system and budget at Tuesday meeting
ALACHUA COUNTY, FL – The Alachua Board of County Commissioners will conduct a hybrid Special Meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 5th. Two items are currently on the […]
North Florida, South Georgia VA hospitals begin COVID-19 vaccination
North Florida/ South Georgia Veterans Health System is offering COVID-19 vaccination to health care personnel and Veterans residing in the VA long term care facilities. The […]
Registration for COVID-19 vaccine available for Alachua County residents over 65
ALACHUA COUNTY, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Alachua County anticipates receiving its first shipment of COVID-19 vaccines this week. “This represents a significant […]
Emergency crews extricate trapped victim of single vehicle accident
A single-vehicle accident in Gainesville early Sunday morning resulted in four victims being transported to UF Health Shands. According to Gainesville Fire Rescue District Chief Cary […]
Marion County Sheriff’s Office keeps “Shop with a Cop” alive in 2020
Some things are pandemic-proof. The deputies at the Marion County Sheriff’s Office kept alive its “Shop with a Cop” tradition last Thursday by purchasing gifts for […]