Black love showcased through art
(02/21/25 11:30am)
Overlooked, underutilized and underpaid is how Terri Bailey said she would characterize the Black artistic community in Gainesville.
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Costs mounting in Florida’s book removal battle
(02/20/25 11:00am)
Florida’s book banning problem is rising — with no end in sight.
Black restaurant owners dish out their stories
(02/18/25 12:00pm)
Black restaurant owners in Alachua County are serving up more than just delicious meals — they're sharing stories of resilience, passion and drive.
UF sees worst flu outbreak in a decade
(02/11/25 12:10pm)
When Aidan Ragan woke up on a Monday morning in late January with a tickle in his throat, he chalked it up to allergies. He felt well enough — until he didn't.
UF Special Olympics serves as a safe haven for those with disabilities
(02/11/25 11:07am)
When 32-year-old Ella Zsembik was asked what her favorite thing about UF Special Olympics was, she kept her answer simple.
The fallout of fake IDs, UF’s open secret
(02/13/25 11:00am)
When Tucker Nee bought a fake ID for his first semester at UF, he didn’t realize that in two months, he’d be spending a night in the Alachua County Jail. What followed was 11 months of court proceedings and attorney fees, resulting in a mark on his permanent record.
Miami man and woman arrested in Alachua for drug smuggling, high speed chase
(02/05/25 9:42pm)
A Miami man and woman were arrested in Alachua County on Wednesday for carrying various drugs with the intent to sell after leading law enforcement on a high-speed chase at over 100 mph along Interstate-75.
Alachua County School Board eliminates citizen input phone calls
(02/05/25 3:20am)
The Alachua County School Board unanimously eliminated citizen input phone calls at a meeting Tuesday night.
Car collides with FedEx truck following police chase
(02/05/25 12:05am)
This story was updated Feb. 5.
Local solutions to Gainesville’s sweet treat shortage
(02/07/25 11:00am)
When Kassandra Rodriguez, a 25-year-old social coordinator, wants a sweet treat, her cravings call her to the closest dessert shop. Near UF campus, it’s quite the hike.
Class dismissed: Alachua County Public Schools teachers reject 1% salary increase
(02/06/25 11:00am)
Teachers in Alachua County are fed up.
Books, music and trinkets galore: a guide to independent bookstores in Gainesville
(02/06/25 11:15am)
Whether Gainesville locals are searching for a new favorite book, a cozy study spot or simply a place to spend hours browsing rows of neatly — or haphazardly — stacked books, the city’s independent bookstores have it all.
Gainesville woman addresses domestic violence in upcoming Florida bill
(02/03/25 11:15am)
Editor’s note: This story contains sensitive topics of domestic violence and abuse and may be sensitive to some readers.
Waldo residents juggle need for growth with maintaining a “small town” feel
(02/07/25 11:15am)
After spending over a decade in downtown Gainesville, Bill Bryson said he felt a call to nature. Now, surrounded by train tracks and a 300-acre blueberry farm, Bryson said he’s found a sense of peace after moving to Waldo in 2009.
Alachua County Commission aims to usher Florence Landfill to an early close
(01/30/25 12:35am)
This story originally stated that each member of the settlement was given financial compensation to pay for water filtration. It was updated to reflect that only some members have received such compensation.
Alachua County Commission discusses public health program extensions
(01/29/25 2:37am)
In its meeting Tuesday, the Alachua County Commission discussed the continuation of its gun violence prevention and community health worker programs and proposed an amendment allowing permitted restaurants to brew their own alcoholic beverages.
Gainesville man arrested for possession of drugs, firearm as convicted felon
(01/27/25 9:43pm)
A Gainesville man was arrested Sunday night on charges of possession of a firearm as a convicted felon and of drug possession with the intent to sell.
Hoggetowne Medieval Faire goes on amid location search
(01/27/25 11:30am)
Between stalls selling prosthetic elf ears and wood-carved staffs decorated with crystals, 37-year-old Brandon Breedlove encouraged Faire-goers to fight. He and 33-year-old Ashley Shelhon joked it was the “only free thing” at Hoggetowne Medieval Faire.
A hidden neighbor: How Copeland Industrial Park shapes life next door
(01/29/25 11:15am)
When Jade Floyd moved into her Alachua home five years ago, she expected a peaceful neighborhood in a quaint, quiet town.
Alachua County shelter animals keep warm with foster homes, fashionable sweaters
(01/28/25 11:00am)
Jane’s sweater isn’t just a fashion statement. While its blue and gray fabric might perfectly contrast her coppery coat, the 3-year-old shelter dog is wearing it to protect her from the unusually cold temperatures plaguing Alachua County this winter.
