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Glory Reitz is a Mainstreet Daily News reporter based in Gainesville. She earned a degree in communication with an emphasis in journalism and has served as editor-in-chief for two college newspapers. Glory is a sucker for any good story but is especially distractible by anything pertaining to Africa or classic British literature. A big fan of long, long walks, Glory has yet to actually get lost in the woods—but that doesn’t mean she’ll stop trying.
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School Board of Alachua County moves to discontinue Rawlings year-round program
Apr 16, 2025
The School Board of Alachua County (SBAC) unexpectedly nixed Rawlings Elementary School’s year-round school program during a regular meeting on Tuesday night. Rawlings was on the […]
Alachua County teachers union settles for 1.3% raise agreement in bargaining
Apr 15, 2025
Bargaining unit still must ratify the offer.
Newberry to apply for neighborhood revitalization grant
Apr 15, 2025
City also grants franchise to Central Florida Electric Cooperative.
Gators men’s basketball team celebrates title at Orange and Blue game
Apr 12, 2025
Gainesville mayor presents team with key to city.
Gainesville looks for $130K for another year of Hoggetowne downtown
Apr 10, 2025
Commissioners ask staff to explore Gainesville Raceway, Job Corps Center for possible permanent location.
Alachua votes in new mayor, commissioner
Apr 9, 2025
Political newcomers Welch and Fletcher won with campaigns on transparency.
Newberry picks Marden, Long, Mazon in unofficial results
Apr 8, 2025
The citizens of Newberry voted for continuity and trust in current leadership in a municipal election on Tuesday, electing a current city commissioner to become mayor, […]
City of Alachua receives clean audit report
Apr 7, 2025
Commission also OKs budget amendment for Alachua Police Department motorcycle grant.
Gainesville flyers stir Alachua, Newberry election season
Apr 4, 2025
Candidates push to remain on-message.
Judge dismisses civil suit against school board, city of Alachua
Apr 3, 2025
Plaintiff allowed 10 days to file amended complaint proving negligent supervision.
Alachua County School Board OKs fund balance restoration plan
Apr 2, 2025
District’s budgeted expenditures exceed estimated revenue by $33 million.
Tri-County Community Resource Center to celebrate 10 years
Mar 31, 2025
Chiefland center was first Partnership for Strong Families center outside Alachua County.
Children’s Trust unveils new location
Mar 29, 2025
Saturday event features ribbon-cutting, dedication and open house.
School board requests appeal of Newberry charter conversion
Mar 27, 2025
State review commission unanimously approved charter application.
Gainesville Housing Authority opens job training center
Mar 26, 2025
ELITE Force Training Center to serve GHA residents and others.
Newberry finalizes comprehensive plan update
Mar 25, 2025
City manager authorized to execute agreement with Publix for traffic signal.
City of Alachua votes down external planner contract
Mar 24, 2025
City manager responds to resigned planner’s open letter.
Meet the Candidates: Newberry Mayor 2025
Mar 20, 2025
Tim Marden and Joy Glanzer run for seat that has been uncontested since 2017.
Meet the Candidates: Newberry Commission 2025
Mar 19, 2025
Two candidates running for each available seat.
‘Operation Green Light’ offers discount on regaining licenses
Mar 17, 2025
Participants can waive collection agency fees.
School board asks to own Citizens Field
Mar 13, 2025
Vu attempts to expand ask to include all of East Gainesville Sports Complex.
School board to appeal Newberry charter conversion
Mar 12, 2025
Some board members indicate they are prepared for other legal action if necessary.