Government + PoliticsNewberry to build regional fire training facility on $600K land acquisition Lillian Hamman Jul 16, 20260 commentsConstruction starts in the 2026-27 fiscal year.
Government + PoliticsNewberry chases tail on animal kennel code Lillian Hamman Jul 15, 20260 commentsChampions Park upgrades near completion.
Government + PoliticsNewberry approves two concrete plants, $125K for downtown parking property Lillian Hamman Jun 23, 20261 commentFour of five Planning and Zoning seats filled.
ObituariesFormer Newberry commissioner, Lois Forte, dies at 85 Lillian Hamman Jun 16, 20260 commentsCelebration of life services set for June 20.
Local NewsNewberry’s Dallas Lee wins statewide Excellence in Leadership award Lillian Hamman Jun 10, 20261 commentLee started as unpaid intern.
Government + PoliticsNewberry projects $2.2M setback if property taxes eliminated Lillian Hamman May 12, 20263 commentsHarvest Singularity greenhouse groundbreaking on May 26.
Government + PoliticsNewberry Commission mixed vote approves 1,250-home development for state review Lillian Hamman Apr 28, 20263 commentsNewberry and Alachua County partner on $1.5 million CR 235, Newberry Lane roundabout.
FeaturedNewberry incumbents sweep 3-seat commission race Lillian Hamman Apr 14, 20260 commentsColeman, Clark and Farnsworth gear up for new two-year terms.
Government + PoliticsNewberry spat: Sheriff sends charges to state attorney against candidate Oldman Lillian Hamman Mar 30, 20268 commentsDeputy’s altercation report remains outstanding.
ElectionsMeet the Candidates: Newberry Commission 2026 Lillian Hamman Mar 25, 20264 commentsVoters to determine three seats on April 14.
Government + PoliticsNewberry approves Board of Adjustment dissolution, 500-home development Lillian Hamman Mar 24, 20263 commentsBoard identified as hallmark of red tape.
ElectionsLeague of Women Voters to host candidate forums in Alachua and Newberry Staff Reports Mar 23, 20260 commentsThe League of Women Voters of Alachua County (LWVAC) will host two candidate forums for the upcoming elections on April 14 in the cities of Newberry […]
Government + PoliticsNewberry initiates temporary road requirements for subdivided land Lillian Hamman Nov 25, 20252 commentsCity Commission votes to manage Champions Park.
NewsSneak peek: Newberry unveils city hall Lillian Hamman Nov 15, 20253 commentsTours build momentum before Nov. 24 ribbon cutting.
BusinessNewberry scores first Wawa Lillian Hamman Oct 2, 202513 commentsConvenience store and gas station adds to Highland Park development.
Government + PoliticsLocal municipalities complete 2025-26 budgets Lillian Hamman Sep 23, 20251 commentAlachua, High Springs and Newberry among multiple cities to finalize budgets.
Government + PoliticsNewberry paves way for agriculture technology park Lillian Hamman Sep 9, 20251 commentCity Clerk Judy Rice retires as city’s longest-serving employee.
Government + PoliticsNewberry fire assessment fee spikes 50% Lillian Hamman Aug 26, 20259 commentsRate’s first increase in three years jumps to $300.
CrimeNewberry commissioner offers $1K reward to find Veterans Memorial Park flag thief Lillian Hamman Aug 12, 20251 commentU.S. Rep. Kat Cammack to arrange new flags for park.
Government + PoliticsNewberry proposes 6.0623 millage for 2025-26 fiscal year Lillian Hamman Jul 30, 20250 commentsCommission approves $2.2 million loan to Newberry Community School.
Government + PoliticsNewberry passes preliminary fire assessment rate of $419 Lillian Hamman Jul 15, 20251 commentCity designates July as Park and Recreation Month.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County refutes economic impact, responsibilities for Champions Park Lillian Hamman Jul 7, 20255 commentsNewberry and county partnership for facility to expire in September.
Government + PoliticsNewberry reallocates $2 million for Champions Park improvements Lillian Hamman Jun 24, 20250 commentsCity Commission establishes Mayor Youth Council.
Government + PoliticsNewberry to offer Randa Paul city clerk position Lillian Hamman Jun 10, 20251 commentCommission approves land development regulation updates after Track Line appeal.