Florida has seen an uptick in cyclosporiasis cases this summer, reporting 48 cases since June. Alachua County is among those impacted by the recent rise in cyclosporiasis cases, having observed one case last month.
Alachua County residents may recognize Jancie Vinson from the crowd at school board meetings or as someone who regularly signs up for public comment. Soon, her voice will be heard not from the audience but from the podium in the front of the Alachua County School Board room.
The Alachua County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 40-year-old Newberry man on child pornography charges Wednesday after a monthslong investigation into an online tip.
Voters gathered with candidates for the Alachua County Commission District 2 seat for the Democratic Party’s open forum at the Freedom Community Center Tuesday night.
A 20-year-old Gainesville man was arrested Monday in connection with an armed robbery at a Circle K in May, according to the Alachua County Sheriff's Office.
Adults under 21 can now legally carry a firearm after a June 17 Florida court ruling.
As the nation celebrates 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, local leaders and community advocates reflect not only on the nation’s past, but also on the future of policymaking and advocacy in their communities.
The Alachua County Democratic Party held its Florida House of Representatives District 21 candidate forum Thursday ahead of the Aug. 18 primary elections.
The Florida Department of Education released school and district grades Wednesday. Alachua County Public Schools maintained its overall B rating, and 13 schools exhibited a change in grades.
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill June 12 to further establish the GRU Authority’s control over Gainesville Regional Utilities, putting what could be the final cap on a yearslong battle.
The state of Florida executed 74-year-old Dusty Ray Spencer at 6:10 p.m. for the 1992 murder of his wife, 40-year-old Karen Spencer.
A 54-year-old High Springs man was arrested Tuesday on a felony sexual battery charge from allegations he sexually assaulted a client during multiple massage appointments.
The Florida Department of Health confirmed on Monday Alachua County’s first case of the West Nile virus this year. There were no reported cases of the virus in the county last year.
As his pregnant wife went to the hospital, Leviticus Murray got into a fight in Dixie County.
Sweet Potato and Golden Corral are just two of the 120 dogs and 128 cats up for adoption at ACAR as of Tuesday. To encourage residents to adopt, ACAR has waived adoption fees for the month. Fehl said it’s a common decision for shelters at capacity.
A Gainesville woman was arrested after deputies said she beat her 2-year-old daughter who later died from her injuries.
The Gainesville City Commission continued with plans to improve East Gainesville at a meeting Thursday.
The Gainesville City Commission continued with plans to improve East Gainesville at a meeting Thursday.
The Alachua County School Board decided not to proceed with an interlocal agreement with the Gainesville City Commission that would have allowed the school board ownership of Citizens Field.
Three seats are open on the Alachua County School Board this election season, with two incumbents running.
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