Marihelen Wheeler appointed chair of Alachua County Commission
(12/01/21 5:31pm)
Alachua County Commissioner Marihelen Wheeler feels ready to be at the helm of the County Commission.
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COVID-19 Update: Local cases, Shands hospitalizations continue falling as new Omicron variant emerges
(12/01/21 5:00pm)
Correction: This article was updated to reflect that UF Health commented on the Omicron variant. A previous version of this article reported otherwise.
Internal investigation reveals no policy misconduct in death of former inmate’s baby
(12/01/21 6:14pm)
A four-month long internal Alachua County Sheriff’s Office investigation into the birth of a newborn behind bars and her eventual death, revealed Tuesday that no misconduct took place inside the jail. However, the mother’s supporters disagree.
Holiday light and song for a strong finish
(11/29/21 3:03pm)
These final, hustling weeks of Fall are among my favorite times on campus. We return refreshed by Thanksgiving break, ready to finish the semester strong and looking forward to the celebrations ahead — from graduation to the holidays and New Year.
Santa Fe College launches high school counseling program SF Achieve
(11/29/21 1:59pm)
Alachua and Bradford County high school students will now receive college-level counseling at their local high schools because of SF Achieve, Santa Fe College’s new mentorship program that launched Nov. 4.
COVID-19 Update: Local cases, Shands hospitalizations fall while statewide weekly cases rise for first time since August
(11/24/21 4:16pm)
The number of UF affiliates quarantined fell to 95 Monday — 39 less than Nov. 15.
Guaranteed income program breaks down barriers for formerly incarcerated
(11/22/21 2:02pm)
Community Spring fellows believe a criminal sentence shouldn’t impact lives after people serve their time.
Local farmers grow community awareness of agriculture at farming festival
(11/22/21 2:00pm)
The smells of wood smoke and freshly squeezed Hamlin oranges wafted through the festival air outside of the Cade Museum near Depot Park Saturday afternoon.
Career Academy Showcase returns after pandemic hiatus, targets racial underrepresentation
(11/20/21 12:46am)
Alachua County Public Schools held its Career Academy Showcase Thursday for the first time since 2019, having canceled the 2020 showcase due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
UF staff members form United Campus Workers of Florida
(11/17/21 6:40pm)
In a press conference held Monday at the Plaza of the Americas, staff members from departments across the university announced the formation of the United Campus Workers of Florida, the first union of its kind in the state.
COVID-19 Update: County cases, Shands hospitalizations rise while UF weekly cases nearly halve
(11/17/21 6:32pm)
The number of UF affiliates quarantined rose to 134 Monday — 14 more than Nov. 8.
Black Voters Matter organize voter engagement event for Gainesville’s Special Election
(11/17/21 1:19am)
The Black Voters Matter organization held a special event to encourage city community members’ participation in the Gainesville City Commission special election.
Alachua County Commission postpones vote on UF’s Campus Development Agreement due to affordable graduate housing
(11/15/21 2:00pm)
Citing the UF’s lack of a plan to provide affordable graduate housing, the Alachua County Commission delayed its vote on Campus Development Agreement until December.
Alachua County Public Schools to lift mask mandate after winter break
(11/15/21 2:01pm)
The mask mandate in Alachua County Public Schools has been a focal point of debate for months, but Wednesday’s school board meeting signaled the mandate may soon be over.
Marion County man arrested on UF’s Sorority Row
(11/10/21 6:13pm)
An Ocklawaha man was arrested Monday evening near sorority house Kappa Alpha Theta after Alachua County Sheriff’s Office deputies trailed his car on a warrant from Marion County.
COVID-19 Update: UF quarantine numbers rise while county cases continue falling
(11/10/21 5:02pm)
The number of UF affiliates quarantined rose to 118 Monday — 20 more than Nov. 2.
A nationwide housing crisis hits locally
(11/09/21 6:47pm)
The state of affordable housing in Alachua County continues to deteriorate. Tenants across the board are being crushed by rising rent prices.
Who’s running for Gainesville’s open at-large seat?
(11/08/21 2:43pm)
Registered Gainesville residents can vote for new representation starting next week following the resignation of a city commissioner.
Gainesville man arrested for killing high school student in car crash, injuring victim’s mother
(11/05/21 8:29pm)
A Gainesville man was arrested Wednesday for killing an 18-year-old Gainesville High School student while driving drunk in June.
Alachua County Animal Services bounces back from pandemic challenges
(11/05/21 3:03pm)
Nicole Healy watched as Alachua County residents emptied the once-full shelter cages and welcomed foster dogs into their homes by the dozen.
