ACSO: Seven stores caught selling alcohol, tobacco to minors
(12/23/16 12:01pm)
After a routine check by the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office on Monday, seven stores were caught selling alcohol or tobacco to minors.
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County commissioners discuss UF Strategic Plan
(12/14/16 8:02am)
Alachua County commissioners on Monday requested a meeting with the city of Gainesville to discuss updates to UF’s Strategic Development Plan, which aims to renovate the university and areas surrounding the campus.
Satchel’s gives local firefighters free food Sunday
(12/11/16 9:03pm)
Less than a week after a fire destroyed the gift shop and bar at Satchel’s Pizza, the restaurant’s owner thanked the firefighters who helped save the rest of his business Sunday.
ACSO: Man stole car, crashed into cop car, went to Checkers
(12/05/16 11:26pm)
Elmere Croushore left his Jeep alone for a few moments Sunday as he grabbed a drink from a Gainesville gas station.
Sustainable Santa to make an appearance at local fair
(12/01/16 10:00pm)
In an effort to promote sustainability, Santa Claus will wear a green suit Saturday.
UF rehab hospital to host festival for people with special needs
(11/30/16 10:12pm)
The UF Health Shands Rehab Hospital is hosting its first art festival for people with special needs.
Album review: ‘Starboy'
(11/30/16 8:38pm)
The Weeknd has become one of the biggest artists over the past several years. Since making his debut in 2011, Abel Tesfaye has transcended into a hit-making superstar.
Post-election, Trump supporter punched Hispanic man, police say
(11/22/16 12:15am)
Two days after the general election, a man from High Springs, Florida, punched a Hispanic gas station employee in the back of the head, claiming the attack was “for Donald Trump,” Gainesville Police said.
Giving thanks and giving back: Locals come together for Thanksgiving
(11/18/16 12:00am)
While many students, professors and residents go home to a turkey dinner next week, others won’t be as lucky.
Gainesville mayor addresses post-election anxiety
(11/14/16 11:40pm)
During a press conference held Monday, Gainesville Mayor Lauren Poe addressed the feeling of anxiety some in the city have felt since Donald Trump was elected president. He also called on residents to report cases of intimidation and threats following incidents in Gainesville and across the country.
UF vet program Operation Catnip marks 50,000 surgeries
(11/09/16 10:42pm)
Five-month-old Orange Crush, an orange-and-white kitten who also goes by Crushy, marked a milestone for Operation Catnip.
Gainesville woman helps children through art
(11/06/16 9:51pm)
Two pediatric cancer patients twisted green pipe cleaners around clothespins as they made alligators and turtles at a crafts event Sunday.
GPD: Local TV reporter sexually battered woman
(11/02/16 10:18pm)
A WCJB-TV20 news reporter was arrested Tuesday after forcing a woman into sex, Gainesville Police said.
Bernie supporters protest Debbie Wasserman Schultz’s GNV visit
(10/24/16 12:19am)
As U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz spoke to a group of prospective Hillary Clinton volunteers Friday night, a group of Bernie Sanders supporters protested her presence, with one interrupting her speech.
Organization offers students a ride to early-voting poll
(10/24/16 12:06am)
An organization is helping UF students get to the polls for early voting today.
A day of pride: Thousands attend LGBTQ+ celebration in Gainesville
(10/23/16 11:53pm)
West University Avenue resembled a moving rainbow Saturday afternoon, with hundreds of people carrying colorful flags as they marched for LGBTQ+ pride.
Civil War re-enactors face off at Battle of Gainesville
(10/23/16 11:19pm)
Walter Anderson slumped over his horse Sunday, feigning injury during a re-enactment of the Battle of Gainesville.
‘Nasty woman’ and ‘puppet’: Clinton, Trump clash in final debate
(10/20/16 12:00am)
Hours before the final presidential debate began, Gainesville resident Kyle Young made his stance known, painting “Trump is Revolution” and “Hillary for Prison” on the graffiti-filled 34th Street Wall.
Your guide for fall in Gainesville
(10/19/16 9:04pm)
Fall is finally here, and you know what that means: going to pumpkin patches, having your friend take 53 pictures of you holding the same pumpkin at various angles and drinking pumpkin spice lattes to stay toasty in our crisp 82-degree weather! But in all seriousness, even though we don’t have the cold weather and falling leaves right now, there are plenty of ways to get in the fall spirit right here in Gainesville.
Alhassan powers Florida to road win over Aggies
(10/17/16 12:05am)
When the Florida volleyball team marched into Reed Arena to face defending Southeastern Conference champion Texas A&M on Sunday afternoon, the Gators were expecting a battle.
