Local organization holds princess auditions
(08/28/17 12:00am)
Emma Cahoon has dreamed of becoming a princess for a year.
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Nature Coast Biological Station to open Cedar Key office
(08/28/17 12:00am)
After two years of planning, the Nature Coast Biological Station in Cedar Key will reopen to the public.
Things to do in Gainesville before the end of Summer B
(08/03/17 12:00am)
Yet another Summer B term has gone as quickly as it came, but there are still a few days left before the short break between semesters ensues. If you haven’t had the time to take advantage of the many different things our city has to offer, now is your chance. Although you have to be 21 or older to get a local beer at Swamp Head Brewery or First Magnitude Brewing Compnay, there are plenty of other things available for the college student in need of cooling off. Here are a few things to check off your Gainesville bucket lists before the short Summer Break is upon us.
Where to spend the rest of your summer in Gainesville
(07/20/17 12:00am)
Even though summer is soon coming to an end, there’s still so much to do. Whether you are trying to check off items from a bucket list or just want to make a few more memories, we’ve got you covered. Here are some events throughout the rest of July (and beginning of August) to help you make the most of it.
10 OUT OF 12
(07/13/17 12:00am)
In celebration of the Constans Theatre’s 50th year of operation, director Russell Schultz has returned to his alma mater to direct a play written by Anne Washburn about the demanding 10 out of 12 non-consecutive hours per seven days that precede a stage show’s opening night.
Marketplace co-op opens in Alachua for small business owners
(06/15/17 12:00am)
When Virginia Lynn-Brinson lost her medical transcription business in 2012, she felt helpless.
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(05/25/17 12:00am)
Pictured is the Santa Fe College clock tower.
SF student arrested after trapping professor in office
(05/25/17 12:00am)
A 19-year-old Santa Fe College student tried to force a math professor to give him a make-up exam Monday afternoon.
Local hip-hop/rap artist Rezza to headline High Dive show
(05/18/17 12:00am)
From Tom Petty to Less Than Jake, many an artist have gone from humble Gainesville beginnings to international fame. While massive tours and sold-out crowds may be the norm for these musicians nowadays, each and every one of them got their start in the local scene, opening for larger acts within their genre and slowly but surely gaining a fanbase.
RTS to reduce, change bus routes for Summer
(04/11/17 11:16pm)
Starting May 1, bus routes across the UF campus and Gainesville will be reduced and changed due to funding and construction.
Conservation group to host annual songwriting contest
(04/05/17 11:44pm)
A nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting the Santa Fe River is fighting back against pollution in the river through music.
Bojangles’ restaurant opens Gainesville location today
(04/03/17 11:17pm)
Fans of fried chicken and biscuits have a reason to wake up today.
Thousands of students celebrate spring with color at Holi
(04/03/17 12:00am)
Blue, pink, green, yellow, orange, purple and red flew through the air Sunday.
Citywide road closures continue
(03/29/17 12:00am)
Seven roads maintained by the City of Gainesville will experience closures throughout the week, for reasons ranging from construction to repaving.
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(03/27/17 10:53pm)
Pictured is the Santa Fe College clock tower.
Santa Fe College celebrates Women’s History Month
(03/27/17 10:53pm)
In honor of Women’s History Month, Santa Fe College aims to encourage volunteerism and leadership among local women.
Spring Arts Festival to feature more than 200 artists
(03/23/17 8:59pm)
For the 48th year, the Santa Fe College Spring Arts Festival will display artwork from more than 200 artists.
Downtown Cuban film festival celebrates music, culture
(03/22/17 10:03pm)
This weekend, the Hippodrome State Theatre will host a Cuban film festival downtown. The festival, which runs from Friday at 6 p.m. until Sunday at 7 p.m., will feature three Cuban films: “Before Night Falls,” “Cicho and Rita” and “Playing Lecuona;” a biopic, animated film and music documentary, respectively.
SNL’s Kenan Thompson to perform standup at UF
(03/16/17 12:00am)
Two current Saturday Night Live cast members are bringing their comedy chops to the O’Connell Center for a free show March 22.
Candidates for District 3 City Commission
(03/14/17 12:00am)
David Arreola wants to represent immigrants in Gainesville.
