EducationTop 5 education stories to watch for in 2025 Glory Reitz Jan 2, 20250 commentsSuperintendent search, rezoning on Alachua County Public School’s list.
NewsMainstreet’s most-viewed stories of 2024 Staff Reports Jan 1, 20250 commentsTop stories include HCA’s surgical shutdown, Ginnie Springs shootings and Celebration Pointe companies filing for bankruptcy.
Citizens of the MonthNovember 2024 Citizens of the Month Staff Reports Dec 25, 20240 commentsAwards recognizing one student from each elementary school in Alachua County Sponsored by Bosshardt Realty.
EducationNewberry Community School budget plans for increased enrollment Glory Reitz Dec 5, 20242 commentsNewberry Elementary School currently has 656 students.
EducationNewberry Community School submits charter application to state Glory Reitz Nov 27, 20243 commentsDecision expected Feb. 26.
Citizens of the MonthOctober 2024 Citizens of the Month Staff Reports Nov 25, 20240 commentsAwards recognizing one student from each elementary school in Alachua County Sponsored by Bosshardt Realty.
Government + PoliticsNewberry approves $2 million backstop for charter conversion Glory Reitz Nov 18, 20240 commentsFunds to be provided only if state approves charter application.
EducationSeptember 2024 Citizens of the Month Staff Reports Oct 27, 20240 commentsAwards recognizing one student from each elementary school in Alachua County Sponsored by Bosshardt Realty.
Government + PoliticsNewberry government, citizen clash over charter conversion comments Glory Reitz Oct 3, 20245 commentsCity sends charter school conversion opponent a cease-and-desist letter.
EducationNewberry still working on charter application with no contract Glory Reitz Sep 18, 20243 commentsCharter school board has filed articles of incorporation.
EducationState Board of Education changes charter conversion rule Glory Reitz Aug 21, 20244 commentsNew requirement needs 50% vote, not “majority.”
EducationNewberry Elementary School loses 14 teachers Glory Reitz Jul 2, 202414 commentsSchool board member blames charter push; Newberry mayor blames district.
Sponsored2024 Citizens of the Year Staff Reports Jun 26, 20240 commentsAwards recognizing one student from each elementary school in Alachua County Sponsored by Children's Trust of Alachua County, Clay Electric Cooperative, and Bosshardt Realty.
Government + PoliticsNewberry approves LifeSoils lease agreement, discusses Searby Glory Reitz Jun 25, 20241 commentCitizen commenters continue raising questions about charter school conversion.
Government + PoliticsEthics committee dismisses complaint against Marlowe Glory Reitz Jun 18, 20241 commentNo word on Coleman ethics complaint.
NewsNewberry approves charter school board members Glory Reitz Jun 11, 20241 commentCity also moves forward with city hall renovation, new building.
EducationNewberry to weigh charter governing board nominees Glory Reitz May 29, 20241 commentBudget and ordinance to establish board on track for June 10 vote
EducationSchool board silent on Newberry Elementary charter vote claims Glory Reitz May 22, 20241 commentConversion opponents ask board to take a stand.
EducationApril 2024 Citizens of the Month Staff Reports May 14, 20240 commentsAwards recognizing one student from each elementary school in Alachua County Sponsored by Bosshardt Realty.
Government + PoliticsNewberry staff to assist with charter conversion application Glory Reitz May 13, 20248 commentsEFN plans to open in 2025, opposition still says vote failed.
EducationACPS maintains Newberry Elementary charter vote failed Glory Reitz May 7, 20245 commentsMarlowe: Newberry Commission to take next steps Monday.
EducationSOS Newberry condemns Marlowe, Clemons Glory Reitz Apr 19, 20245 commentsStatement issued by non-profit group calls to "end divisive campaign" following charter conversion vote.
EducationNewberry residents vote down charter conversion Glory Reitz Apr 17, 20244 commentsEducation First for Newberry refuses to concede elementary school vote.
EducationOpposing sides clash as Newberry charter voting opens Glory Reitz Apr 4, 20242 commentsVotes to be tallied at public meeting on April 17.