NewsFlorida’s oldest elevator gets new lease on lift in downtown Gainesville Seth Johnson Aug 22, 20257 commentsElevator included in old post office when constructed in 1911.
Local Living5th Annual New Works Festival to present ‘Bionic’ play Staff Reports Feb 25, 20250 commentsProduction to be held at Hippodrome Theatre.
Government + PoliticsIngle joins Gainesville City Commission along with incumbents Seth Johnson Jan 6, 20251 commentCommissioners highlight future priorities.
Local LivingHippodrome releases January schedule of films, special events Staff Reports Jan 1, 20250 commentsFilms include independent, documentary, classic and international selections.
SponsoredHoliday events showcase city’s best Eric Godet Sr. Nov 27, 20240 commentsYoung dancers performing for a live audience
Local LivingFlying Pig Parade to return on Dec. 28 Staff Reports Nov 12, 20240 commentsMore than 60 groups expected to participate in Gainesville event.
BusinessFrom hotel to museum to offices: Gainesville’s Seagle Building starts next transition Seth Johnson Oct 31, 202410 commentsTrimark Properties has gutted two floors for office space.
Local LivingHippodrome to perform “Perfect Arrangement” Staff Reports Aug 26, 20240 commentsPlay to run from Aug. 30 through Sept. 22.
Government + PoliticsGainesville parking revamp begins with more paid spaces Seth Johnson Aug 2, 20242 commentsAugust declared an introductory period.
Government + PoliticsGainesville funds police raises, covers part of Hippodrome shortfall Seth Johnson Aug 1, 20242 commentsCity also amends public nuisance ordinances.
Government + PoliticsFederal grant puts Gainesville transportation upgrades in gear Lillian Hamman Jul 12, 20245 commentsFlorida Theater renovations, new bond ratings encourage Mayor Harvey Ward.
NewsHippodrome cuts performances after DeSantis cuts funding Gary Nelson Jul 8, 202414 commentsFunding woes put 2024-2025 show schedule in doubt.
Local LivingCOVID spells trouble for Hippodrome Theatre Gary Nelson Jul 4, 20247 comments25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee sits out a few rounds.
Government + PoliticsGainesville approves five emergency response projects Seth Johnson Apr 26, 20240 commentsFacility needs outpacing funding, city staff said.
Local LivingAfro Roots Festival returns to Gainesville Staff Reports Apr 4, 20240 commentsEvent will have workshops, concerts and a dance party.
Local LivingHippodrome Theatre to perform “White” Staff Reports Mar 28, 20240 commentsPlay will run from March 29 to April 14.
BusinessDerrick: Mainstreet membership program exceeds expectations J.C. Derrick Mar 8, 20240 commentsTwo member events scheduled this month.
Local LivingHippodrome to perform “Next to Normal” play Staff Reports Jan 23, 20240 commentsShow slated to start on Wednesday and run through Feb. 25.
Local LivingThe Hippodrome to host historic building panel and discussion Staff Reports Jan 9, 20240 commentsPanel will discuss preservation of Gainesville's historic buildings.
BusinessDowntown business to host light contest Saturday Seth Johnson Dec 13, 20230 commentsResidents can vote online.
Local LivingHippodrome Theatre to host annual New Works Festival Staff Reports Oct 10, 20230 commentsFeaturing two plays: “the Art of Floating” and “Slaymaker”
Local LivingCollier donates $92K to Hippodrome Theater in 2023 Staff Reports Oct 6, 20230 commentsCollier Companies has donated over $204K in matching funds to Gainesville theater.
Local LivingHippodrome Theatre to host “Hippvanna” dance event Staff Reports Oct 4, 20230 commentsSalsa and bachata dancing part of Latin Heritage Month.
Local LivingHippodrome kicks off backstage tours Staff Reports Aug 10, 20230 commentsSip and Stroll offers behind-the-scenes tours of the historic building.