Local LivingGatorhead Regatta 2025 returns to Newnans Lake on Oct. 25 Staff Reports Oct 16, 20250 commentsAnnual head-style 5K race to feature crews from across the Southeast.
Local NewsBeyond Florida combines rural history with (ir)responsible development Seth Johnson Sep 22, 20254 commentsGainesville-based influencer pushes for changes.
NewsAlachua County has 6 official scenic roads, Newnans Lake residents want another Seth Johnson Sep 3, 20253 commentsRequest for scenic road status comes after development approval.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County approves rezoning near Newnans Lake, praises concessions Seth Johnson Aug 12, 20254 commentsConditions announced for dark sky lighting, roadway access.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County planning agency votes against 82-acre rezoning near Newnans Lake Seth Johnson Apr 17, 20252 commentsAlachua County’s Local Planning Agency and Planning Commission split their votes Wednesday on a change in land use and zoning for an 82-acre parcel just west […]
Government + PoliticsAlachua County leaders make requests for Florida legislative session Seth Johnson Jan 9, 20254 commentsRequests include aid with inflation, wastewater, general funding.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County approves racquet club exception, energy efficiency program Seth Johnson Dec 10, 20242 commentsCounty also lists priorities for Florida Legislature.
Local LivingFlorida Forest Service set to start prescribed burning Staff Reports Nov 25, 20240 commentsFlorida entering dormant season during winter months.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County seeks to better Newnans Lake after unsolicited proposal Seth Johnson Jul 16, 20247 commentsCounty tasked to reduce nitrogen, phosphorus in lake.
Local LivingAlachua Audubon Society’s June Challenge arrives for 21st edition Seth Johnson May 30, 20240 commentsChallenge includes four different outings.
OutdoorsFWC seeks input on Orange and Newnans lakes Staff Reports Mar 9, 20241 commentPublic meeting happens March 25.
OutdoorsAlachua County, Gainesville work to reduce Newnans Lake impairment Seth Johnson Feb 22, 20245 commentsLake has too many nutrients, according to the state.
Local LivingOn your mark: 10 North Florida races in the first half 2024 Seth Johnson Dec 25, 20230 commentsRegistration costs increase with new year.
NewsNorth Florida governments to receive $10 million for water projects Staff Reports Dec 19, 20230 commentsHigh Springs to get $2.1 million for two projects.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County moves forward on new parking garage, special study Seth Johnson Oct 10, 20232 commentsCommission also discusses legislative priorities.
SportsRidaught: Gainesville Area Rowing hits milestone Mike Ridaught Jul 28, 20230 commentsCommunity based non-profit Gainesville Area Rowing celebrated its 25th anniversary.
Local NewsAlachua County releases algae health alert Staff Reports Apr 20, 20230 commentsAlgae present in Orange, Lochloosa, and Newnans lakes.
OutdoorsSimpson: Salty waters beginning to stir Gary Simpson Mar 4, 20230 commentsLocal anglers report Gulf action is heating up.
FeaturedFishing report: The second bookend Gary Simpson Jan 14, 20233 commentsMemories of catching my first double-digit pound bass and recently doing it again.
Local NewsBoater drowns in Newnans Lake Mainstreet Daily News Nov 23, 20220 commentsACSO dive team recovers body on Tuesday.
FeaturedFishing report: Cool snap produces little change Gary Simpson Oct 29, 20220 commentsGood anglers always catch fish.
OutdoorsFishing report: Fishing improves in cooler nights Gary Simpson Sep 10, 20220 commentsHeavy August rains help correct low freshwater lake levels.
Local LivingSimpson: FWC TrophyCatch bass caught at Newnans Gary Simpson Jun 17, 20220 commentsHigh Springs fisherman nabs one of 10 pink-tagged bass in FWC program.