Kanapaha Middle School student arrested for false shooting threat
(09/19/24 12:32am)
An 11-year-old Kanapaha Middle School student was arrested Wednesday after sending threatening messages to a fellow student Tuesday.
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'Keeping Families Together': Organizaciones locales continúan sirviendo a inmigrantes indocumentados
(09/18/24 9:50am)
Cuando Ángel llegó por primera vez a Estados Unidos desde Sudamérica, no había anticipado el dolor que experimentaría. Ángel, de 42 años, llegó a los Estados Unidos indocumentado en septiembre de 2022. Buscaba una vida mejor con más oportunidades para su familia, pero se vio obligado a dejar a uno de sus hijos en su país natal, Venezuela.
“Keeping families together”: Local organizations continue to serve undocumented immigrants
(09/20/24 2:51pm)
When Angel first came to the United States from South America, he hadn’t anticipated the heartache he’d experience. Angel, 42, came to the U.S. undocumented in September 2022. He sought a better life with more opportunities for his family, but was forced to leave one of his sons behind in their home country of Venezuela.
What do Gainesville’s service workers think of ‘no tax on tips’?
(09/17/24 9:55am)
Presidential candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump don’t often agree, yet both have proposed eliminating the federal income tax on tips.
Professor-led local Gainesville band performs at Santa Fe College
(09/15/24 8:24pm)
Armed with string instruments, a new album and a love for the Gainesville music community, the Wire Birds took center stage at Santa Fe College Friday to perform for the college’s Visiting Artists Series.
As SG elections loom, UF Supreme Court refuses to rule on constitutionality of off-campus super-district
(09/13/24 6:41pm)
UF Student Government’s five off-campus voting districts will be treated as a single 37-seat district this Fall.
A Florida composting company has a checkered past. Alachua County chose it anyway.
(09/13/24 7:00pm)
Alachua County seeks to fulfill its promise of organic waste sustainability. But it may not be all sunshine within its chosen compost company.
Federal systems cause financial aid delays at Santa Fe College
(09/13/24 9:55am)
Santa Fe College said issues with disbursing financial aid is caused by current “nationwide issues with federal systems that process financial aid,” according to a Thursday news release.
How are Gainesville residents navigating a complex job market?
(09/14/24 10:00am)
Gainesville has no shortage of jobs, but competition for part-time work is stiff in a college town saturated with students.
ET and mermaids: the story behind a long-standing Gainesville tattoo artist
(09/11/24 9:55am)
On the streets of northern Virginia, fifth grader Mike Salay watched from his bus window as teenagers skated in a ditch near the highway. As bodies soared through the air, Salay’s eyes were immediately drawn to the art decorating their skin.
Demands for Gainesville to divest from corporations heat up at City Hall
(09/06/24 1:23pm)
“Destroying shelter is a crime, from Gainesville to Palestine!” activists chanted while beating drums and holding cardboard signs above their heads.
Gainesville volunteer theater champions diversity with bold productions
(09/04/24 10:00am)
The room contains 50 seats arranged around the sides of a small-scale stage. With an overall capacity of 70 people, there’s little room for cast and crew.
City Food Hall celebrates grand opening for first location in Gainesville
(09/03/24 9:45am)
As football season kicked off, so did City Food Hall Gainesville.
Alachua County divested from all corporations. Pro-Palestinian activists see it as a victory.
(09/04/24 10:00am)
Nearly a year has passed since the escalation of the Israel-Hamas conflict became the subject of a fierce culture war in the U.S. As grassroots advocacy continues sweeping college campuses nationwide, students and administrations have become further embattled.
Healthcare contract dispute could leave UF Health patients uninsured statewide
(08/28/24 9:24pm)
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
Call for columnists
(08/28/24 10:05am)
The Alligator opinions section thrives on local and student voices.
Alachua County, City of Gainesville prioritize climate action policy ahead of election season
(08/28/24 9:55am)
Alongside environmental activists in Alachua County, Bob Tancig hopes for a better future through local politics in the face of global climate change.
The chase for prestige: a required cost or misallocation
(08/26/24 10:35am)
We come at a time of great harmony. Fall semester is a time for UF students to celebrate and rejoice in a new cycle of possibilities and opportunities for the new academic year. While this time is meant for new beginnings, it’s important to feel grounded and conscientious of turning points on our campus. Some would call these recent events the “elephant in the room,” an event that is hard to ignore.
Why downtown Gainesville parking changes are upsetting businesses and customers
(08/31/24 10:00am)
After parking rates in downtown Gainesville rose in July, some customers and business owners are worried about the future of downtown life.
La comunidad hispana local reflexiona sobre la pérdida de representación en el gobierno de Gainesville
(08/26/24 10:15am)
Mientras Gainesville da la bienvenida a los funcionarios locales recién elegidos, los miembros que forman parte y están involucrados en la comunidad hispana se encuentran reflexionando sobre lo que depara el futuro para su representación en la política local.
