STARKE — “Lord, hear our prayer,” sang a group of activists as they stood before the Florida State Prison on Tuesday evening. Rain clouds loomed over the prison as more than 40 people gathered to protest the lethal injection of death-row inmate William Happ.
In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, UF scheduled a panel titled Know the Limits: Healthy Relationships, Safety and Resources to educate students on healthy relationships.
A local tattoo shop employee is shaving her head to help a friend in need, and she’s raising money by “selling” all 32 inches of her hair.
After months of being closed, Arbor House reopened its doors to pregnant or single women, or women with young children.
A Gainesville woman and man were arrested Sunday after a purse-snatching incident in a Publix parking lot, and in a continuing investigation, police say at least one was also connected to fraudulently used credit cards.
The dysfunction that plagues the political system in the United States is currently on full display. The federal government has been shut down for about two weeks with no apparent resolution in sight.
A workout tour inspired by the Miami club scene is encouraging local women to twerk out.
An Alabama man was arrested Monday at about 5 a.m. after he yelled that he wanted to kill a man and threatened him with a pocket knife.
Mr. Goodbike is celebrating its 10-year anniversary of service and contribution to the Gainesville community this year.
A local artist seeking to develop a new sculpture park in the heart of Gainesville is hoping to receive funds from the city.
The Alachua County Fire Rescue reopened Fire Station 19 on Friday after remedying a mold issue.
A resident’s recent complaint about plumbing at the Village Crossing apartment complex could point to larger issues of enforcing law and lease agreements at properties.
In perfect unison with those around her, Lauren Eisenschenk marched onto the field under the cloudless blue sky. Small puffs of dust rose from the ground with each step. She lifted her mellophone to her lips, and she was ready.
Gainesville Police arrested a man early Sunday after he threatened two teenagers for walking on a cow pasture.
Alachua County Animal Services announced free cat adoption last week due to a surplus of cats and kittens in the shelter. The free adoption period will run until Oct. 31.
The city of Gainesville has become animated with the opening of the Anime Art Museum.
Aaron’s Party is coming to Gainesville.
Gainesville resident and UF alumnus Frederick Malphurs’ newest novel, which is now available for sale on Amazon, ties together his experience in veteran affairs and his love for Spanish folklore.
Today is the last day Starbucks is offering a free coffee to generous patrons.
Residents mingled with police officers, horses and a helicopter at Gainesville Police’s Celebrating Safe Communities event Thursday.
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