Sidney Lanier Center teacher named 2025 Alachua County Teacher of the Year
(01/24/25 4:00pm)
Over 600 people gathered in a Gainesville church for the Alachua County Teacher of the Year celebration Thursday night.
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Winter Storm Enzo was a frosty flop for UF students
(01/22/25 9:45pm)
As Winter Storm Enzo passed over North Florida late Tuesday night, Vanessa Hervie set out from Gainesville on a last-minute road trip in hopes of witnessing a rare occurrence in the Sunshine State: snowfall. Hervie, a 21-year-old UF chemistry junior, and nine of her friends trekked 30 miles north to Fort White, where it had been forecasted to snow.
Alachua County School Board hears teacher concerns, extends superintendent contract
(01/22/25 4:19am)
The Alachua County School Board heard over 30 employee concerns about an unsettled salary contract at a meeting Tuesday.
Live updates: Everything you need to know about Winter Storm Enzo
(01/21/25 8:42pm)
Winter Storm Enzo is forecasted to bring a rare bout of freezing rain and the possibility of sleet to Gainesville early Wednesday morning. Alachua County is under a freeze watch and winter storm warning from 7 p.m. Tuesday to 1.p.m. Wednesday.
Alachua County Public Schools to close Wednesday due to winter storm
(01/21/25 7:34pm)
Alachua County Public Schools, district offices and all extracurricular activities will be closed on Wednesday due to the upcoming winter storm, according to a press release.
UF graduate students navigate on-campus housing shortages as Maguire, UVS demolitions loom
(01/22/25 11:00am)
Nestled adjacent to Southwest Recreation Center and the Florida Museum of Natural History, Maguire Village and University Village South were once bustling living spaces, acting as a cultural haven for graduate students and their families.
Gainesville celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. Day
(01/21/25 11:00am)
As President Donald Trump was sworn into office Monday, civil right activists around the nation found themselves in a combined state of celebration and mourning.
McKiver’s world best highlights season openers for Gators track and field
(01/18/25 11:51pm)
The Florida track and field team kicked off the indoor season with strong showings at two meets this weekend.
Former Alachua County sheriff testifies at Pamela Bondi’s U.S. Senate hearing
(01/17/25 5:38pm)
Just two months after facing a narrow loss, former Alachua County Sheriff Emery Gainey sat in the U.S. Senate chambers’ intense, two-hour-long hearing Thursday, to testify on behalf of Pamela Jo Bondi — President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for U.S. Attorney General.
Human Rights Coalition hosts event to provide IDs and legal counsel for the community
(01/17/25 5:06pm)
Around 50 residents of Alachua County, varying from directors, volunteers and participants, gathered on Wednesday at the Westminster Presbyterian Church for the Human Rights Coalition’s monthly ID Fair.
Gainesville Regional Utilities listens in on renewable energy debate, public health concerns
(01/16/25 3:53am)
The Gainesville Regional Utilities Authority met Wednesday for the first time in 2025.
Alachua County celebrates 200 years with a kickoff celebration
(01/15/25 5:01pm)
Alachua County kicked off its 200th birthday festivities Jan. 11 with an event titled “Discover 200 – A Bicentennial Celebration.” The event featured food trucks, face paintings, balloon animals, historical and county service exhibits and music on two stages at Depot Park and Heartwood Soundstage. UF mascots Albert and Alberta were also in attendance. Read more on our website! Article by Annie Wang and video by Lorenza Weaver
Gainesville receives $11 million grant for electric vehicle charging stations
(01/15/25 1:11am)
The City of Gainesville received $11.65 million in federal grant money from the United States Department of Transportation to build new electric vehicle charging stations, according to a press release issued Tuesday.
Alachua County celebrates 200 years with a kickoff celebration
(01/13/25 11:30am)
Despite the 45-degree weather, Alachua County residents braved the chill to commemorate the founding of their county. Live music filled the air as parents led their children to the face painting booth and couples shared treats from food truck vendors.
Local businesses bounce back as students return from break
(01/17/25 11:00am)
The return of students to campus following nearly a month of winter break couldn’t come any sooner for one group of Gainesville residents: small business owners.
Judge rules law enforcement had probable cause in arresting Gainesville man on federal stalking charges
(01/06/25 11:00pm)
After reviewing items from Google search inquiries and a handwritten “goodbye letter” at a hearing Monday, United States assistant attorney Adam Hapner said there was probable cause a Gainesville man was guilty of cyberstalking.
Alachua County Public Schools reaches tentative agreement with teacher’s union
(12/19/24 9:53pm)
Alachua County Public Schools and the Alachua County Education Association reached a tentative agreement Thursday on salary increases for the 2024-2025 school year.
Alachua County School Board member Kay Abbitt resigns
(12/17/24 8:04pm)
Alachua County Public Schools’ District 5 board member Kay Abbitt resigned Tuesday. Her resignation is effective immediately.
Alachua County School Board introduces new board policies, adopts legislative platform
(12/11/24 11:00am)
The Alachua County School Board introduced new board policies to align with state law at a meeting Tuesday night.
Alachua County School Board adjusts roles in response to Florida legislative shifts
(12/03/24 4:08pm)
The Alachua County School Board unanimously passed a series of amendments to administrative job descriptions and kept four books on shelves.
