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.
Local NewsNewberry halts railroad tie grinding as company applies for permits Lillian Hamman May 27, 20256 commentsAlachua County raises biohazard and environmental concerns.
Government + PoliticsCounty to consider improving roads jointly owned with Newberry Lillian Hamman May 13, 20250 commentsNewberry city building vacancies to create opportunities for county satellite offices.
Government + PoliticsNewberry City Commission swears in new mayor, commissioners Lillian Hamman Apr 29, 20250 commentsCommission to hold special meeting to hire new city clerk.
Government + PoliticsNewberry to apply for neighborhood revitalization grant Glory Reitz Apr 15, 20250 commentsCity also grants franchise to Central Florida Electric Cooperative.