BusinessNewberry F-300 AgFoodTech Innovation Park receives $5.6 million grant Lillian Hamman Nov 24, 20252 commentsState funds to build innovation park infrastructure.
NewsSneak peek: Newberry unveils city hall Lillian Hamman Nov 15, 20253 commentsTours build momentum before Nov. 24 ribbon cutting.
FeaturedNewberry announces $66 million investment in AgFoodTech park Lillian Hamman Nov 12, 20253 commentsFirst of two industrial hydroponic greenhouses from Harvest Singularity to open in 2027.
BusinessPabst Personal Care walk-in and primary care clinic opens in Newberry Lillian Hamman Sep 30, 20250 commentsDirect Primary Care subscription model aims to personalize medical experience.
EducationState Board of Education approves Newberry charter conversion Nick Anschultz Sep 25, 20258 commentsNewberry Elementary to become charter school in fall 2026.
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.
EducationSchool board reviews new guidelines for student wireless device use Nick Anschultz Sep 3, 20251 commentBoard also discusses Newberry charter school appeal, superintendent search.
Government + PoliticsCertain, Democrats criticize antisemite ‘on pedestal’ Gary Nelson Sep 1, 202539 commentsRepublicans focus on parent’s free speech rights.
EducationState denies school board’s appeal of Newberry charter conversion Nick Anschultz Aug 28, 202513 commentsAppeal commission recommends state board approve charter application.
Government + PoliticsFlorida legislators talk education, legislation and budget at Newberry town hall Lillian Hamman Aug 23, 20255 commentsCammack, Johnson and McClain invited to panel with Mayor Tim Marden.
EducationAlachua GOP letter argues city commissioner escalated hostility at SBAC meeting Nick Anschultz, Seth Johnson Aug 5, 20259 commentsLetter states Casey Willits contributed to tension against citizen speaking.
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.
CrimeNewberry shooting death leads to arrest of 19-year-old suspect J.C. Derrick May 26, 20250 commentsViolence stemmed from ongoing dispute.
Local LivingNewberry to unveil Veterans Memorial on Monday Staff Reports May 20, 20250 commentsRibbon-cutting ceremony to take place at Lois Forte Park.
Government + PoliticsNewberry City Commission swears in new mayor, commissioners Lillian Hamman Apr 29, 20250 commentsCommission to hold special meeting to hire new city clerk.
ElectionsNewberry picks Marden, Long, Mazon in unofficial results Glory Reitz Apr 8, 20252 commentsThe citizens of Newberry voted for continuity and trust in current leadership in a municipal election on Tuesday, electing a current city commissioner to become mayor, […]
ElectionsGainesville flyers stir Alachua, Newberry election season Glory Reitz Apr 4, 20257 commentsCandidates push to remain on-message.
Government + PoliticsNewberry finalizes comprehensive plan update Glory Reitz Mar 25, 20250 commentsCity manager authorized to execute agreement with Publix for traffic signal.
ElectionsMeet the Candidates: Newberry Mayor 2025 Glory Reitz Mar 20, 20251 commentTim Marden and Joy Glanzer run for seat that has been uncontested since 2017.
Government + PoliticsNewberry OKs property sale for Alachua County rural collection center Glory Reitz Mar 11, 20252 commentsCommission also authorizes staff to begin negotiations on extension of Easton contract.