Government + PoliticsAlachua County to kick off study of U.S. 301 corridor Seth Johnson Aug 21, 2024Study projected to run for multiple years.
CrimeGrand jury indicts 3 for Christin Cassels 2017 murder Staff Reports Aug 14, 2024Incident stems from first-degree murder and burglary in Hawthorne.
ElectionsEarly voting in Alachua County starts Tuesday Staff Reports Aug 5, 2024Primary election early voting scheduled through Aug. 17.
Education‘Chess champion of the universe’: Gainesville coach wins national award Seth Johnson Jul 24, 2024Tusing has coached chess at Oak Hall School for 27 years.
Local LivingBread of the Mighty to host food distribution event in Hawthorne Staff Reports Jul 24, 2024Event to take place at Shell Elementary School.
SportsOak Hall 3-peats as top Class 2A athletic program in Florida Mike Ridaught Jul 5, 2024Williston, Hawthorne finish second, third in Class 1A.
SportsFamily, passion attracts Surrency back to coach Hawthorne baseball Mike Ridaught Jun 26, 2024Longtime mayor, city commissioner coached Hornets from 2004-2011.
NewsFire destroys cabinet shop in Hawthorne Staff Reports Jun 21, 2024Multiple units respond to Thursday blaze on SE 200th Way.
SponsoredGood in Gainesville: Public safety infrastructure grows Eric Godet Sr. Jun 14, 2024Several new facilities open with more on the way.
SportsRidaught: Newberry Panthers on the prowl in 2024 Mike Ridaught Jun 3, 2024Coming off spring win, Newberry looks toward big fall season.
Local LivingMagnolia B. Jackson, oldest Gainesville resident, dies at 106 Glory Reitz May 28, 2024Jackson was celebrated local educator.
Local LivingAlachua County Public Schools to provide free summer meals Glory Reitz May 28, 2024Dates and times of operation vary.
SportsBourdage no-hitter leads GHS to title Marty Pallman May 3, 2024Three Alachua County softball teams win district titles.
NewsHawthorne man dies in 3-vehicle collision in Lochloosa Staff Reports Apr 12, 2024Crash occurred on US 301 early Friday morning in south Alachua County.
FeaturedAging Matters: Romance, grandparent scams target more seniors Ronnie Lovler Mar 30, 2024Imposters prey on those looking for love in all the wrong places.
CrimeAlachua County Sheriff’s Office opens Newberry precinct Glory Reitz Mar 27, 2024Sheriff says Newberry may be first precinct to reach full staffing.
SportsRidaught: Case closed for Ed Johnson? Mike Ridaught Mar 8, 2024Principal says school is moving forward.
NewsHawthorne man dies when pickup overturns off State Road 20 Staff Reports Feb 2, 2024Vehicle hits guardrail, overturns in median.
Local LivingOn your mark: 10 North Florida races in the first half 2024 Seth Johnson Dec 25, 2023Registration costs increase with new year.
NewsAlachua County Sheriff’s Office opens new Hawthorne precinct Glory Reitz Dec 19, 2023Sheriff Gainey hopes to place sub-stations in all Alachua County’s small communities.
Local SportsHawthorne overcomes mistakes, turnovers to win second straight state title Mike Ridaught Dec 7, 2023Defending state champions break fourth-quarter tie to win Class 1R state title.
NewsAlachua County opens 3 shelters, braces for Idalia Glory Reitz Aug 29, 2023Officials: Expect hurricane force winds as early as 2 a.m. Wednesday
Government + PoliticsAlachua County to get $24 million for broadband Seth Johnson Jul 7, 2023Funds come as part of larger state initiative.