People primarily visit GROW HUB for its nursery, but through its business model and events, the nonprofit sells more than just plants. Many of GROW HUB’s part-time employees are adults with disabilities, providing them with community and employment opportunities.
The Metropolitan Transportation Planning Organization held its third public workshop Tuesday for its long-term plan for Gainesville and Alachua County’s public transit.
A proposal to add 149 single-family homes to an 82-acre rezoning is being led by Adams Homes and Garden Street Communities. When the issue reached the Alachua County Commission, the planning commission’s recommendation was overruled when the commission unanimously approved the development near Newnans Lake in late May. Two months later, community members close to the property are still fighting the proposal.
Independent nonprofits across Florida push for access to reading materials, which foster education, entertainment and personal growth during prison time.
The Language Exchange Party Bonanza hosts a crowd where language learners can practice in a fun, engaging environment.
The Alachua County Commission addressed a proposed development near Paynes Prairie and set a transition date for Celebration Pointe’s Sports and Event Center.
Florida’s only wild bison roam the savanna of Paynes Prairie State Park, but a proposed housing development has environmental scientists concerned for the future of the park’s endangered species.
Instead of barbecue tongs and chilled drinks, Gainesville residents traded parties for posters to protest the Trump administration Friday morning.
A Gainesville man was arrested early Thursday morning and charged with kidnapping after holding a coworker hostage for nearly four hours.
A Gainesville man and registered sex offender was arrested Wednesday on charges of possessing child sexual abuse material.
When Ross heard of a new housing development proposed off U.S. Highway 441 – adjacent to Paynes Prairie – the 75-year-old was concerned about the potential environmental impacts of the project.
Nearly one in five adults in Alachua County can’t read well enough to navigate daily life – part of a rising tide of illiteracy that has quietly surged across the country in recent years.
Alachua County Commissioners voted to delay decisions on an East Gainesville housing project and a new animal resources facility at a meeting Tuesday.
Throughout Cynthia Chesnut Park, laughter and conversation echoed through the trees as Gainesville residents gathered for “Tha Cookout” Sunday afternoon. The event marked not only a tribute to Juneteenth but an opportunity to honor Black fatherhood and strengthen community ties.
As attendees were ushered into Bo Diddley Plaza Saturday afternoon, they were met with live music, food and family-oriented fun to continue Gainesville’s month-long Juneteenth celebration.
A Gainesville man was charged with disturbing the peace and fighting or brawling last night.
O prefeito de Gainesville, Harvey Ward, e o prefeito de São José do Rio Preto, Fábio Cândido, assinaram um contrato de cidades irmãs no dia 1 de outubro, marcando o início de trocas econômicas e culturais entre as cidades.
This story has been updated to reflect the spelling and definition of a pantoum.
Operation Catnip has sterilized 100,000 cats since its founding in 1998. The milestone brought together volunteers, UF College of Veterinary Medicine alumni and caregivers from over 12 Florida counties.
Ouvir português nas ruas de Haile Plantation pode não ser comum, mas um restaurante na esquina do Haile Village Center toca clássicos brasileiros suavemente em suas caixas de som.
Solutions by The State News
