Gainesville re-opening swimming pools in stages starting Monday
Jun 5, 2020
The City of Gainesville’s Department of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs has scheduled a phased reopening of the city’s pools beginning Monday, June 8. City staff […]
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Gainesville re-opening swimming pools in stages starting Monday
The City of Gainesville’s Department of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs has scheduled a phased reopening of the city’s pools beginning Monday, June 8. City staff […]
Archer considers rate increases, amendments to land use and code ordinances
Jun 5, 2020
Editor’s Note: On the Agenda is a summary of high interest items to be decided on or discussed at upcoming local municipal meetings in Alachua County. […]
Levy County reports 18 positive COVID-19 cases from non-resident agricultural workers
Jun 5, 2020
On June 5th, the Florida Department of Health informed Levy County of an increase of 18 positive COVID-19 cases. The increases in positive cases come from a […]
High Springs PD and the Basketball Cop Foundation building relationships with kids through sports
Jun 5, 2020
Jason Taylor and Adam Joy were on a mission. The School Resource Officers from the High Springs Police Department drove through local neighborhoods passing […]
Senior Spotlight: Lewis’ live bat led Columbia to a 9-3 start in 2020
Jun 5, 2020
Today’s senior spotlight is on Caroline Lewis of the Columbia (Lake City) softball team. Lewis was a career .359 hitter with 60 hits, 49 runs scored, […]
Alachua County may require local cinemas to submit re-opening plans
Jun 4, 2020
Yes, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis gave the green light for movie theaters to reopen in Florida starting on June 5th, but don’t head over to your […]
County clarifies how State Order moving Florida into Phase 2 changes Emergency Order 20-25
Jun 4, 2020
The Alachua County Communications Office released the following statement clarifying how the State Executive Order 20-139 (moving Florida into Phase 2) changes County Emergency Order 20-25. Read […]
Cade Museum reopening Friday
Jun 4, 2020
The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention will reopen on Friday, June 5th, with a re-envisioned Cade Museum experience. The Cade will initially be open on Fridays […]
High Springs Police Chief asks for the community’s help in shooting incident
Jun 4, 2020
High Springs Police Chief Antoine Sheppard released the following statement about the May 29th shooting in High Springs, and asked for help in locating a suspect. […]
Senior Spotlight: Madison Reynolds, a four year starter at Williston, moving on to Jacksonville University
Jun 4, 2020
Today’s senior spotlight is on Madison Reynolds of the Williston High School softball team. Reynolds was a 4-year Varsity starter who played multiple positions. Reynolds was […]
Overnight apartment fire in Gainesville contained to one room; displaces family
Jun 3, 2020
Crews from the Gainesville Fire Rescue responded to an early morning fire at the Village 34 apartments on the 300 block of SW 34th Street. On […]
Legacy Park Summer Camp returns to Alachua but will look different due to COVID-19
Jun 3, 2020
Each day at Legacy Park Summer Camp, campers will discover new skills, build self-confidence, make new friends,and feel a sense of achievement. Camp activities include art, […]
Avery heading to UF after stellar water polo career at Gainesville High
Jun 3, 2020
Today’s senior spotlight is on Lucas Avery of Gainesville High School. Avery was on the varsity swim team and the water polo team, where he was […]
Phase 1 start for $13.5 million Alachua County Agriculture & Equestrian Center in Newberry awaits final permits
Jun 2, 2020
The $13.5 million Alachua County Agriculture & Equestrian Center in Newberry is one step closer to becoming a reality. And as soon as the Ajax Building […]
Food truck policy, early voting, fire assessment, and emergency order enforcement highlight Gainesville City Commission’s June 4th meeting
Jun 2, 2020
Editor’s Note: On the Agenda is a summary of high interest items to be decided on or discussed at upcoming local municipal meetings in Alachua County. […]
You are cordially invited to attend the Oak View Middle School virtual Spring Concert
Jun 2, 2020
“Hello from Carnegie Hall,” Oak View Middle School Band Teacher Lori Pirzer says as she stands in front of a virtual backdrop image of the legendary […]
Prescribed fire today at Longleaf Flatwoods Reserve in Alachua County
Jun 2, 2020
The St. Johns River Water Management District is conducting a 119-acre prescribed burn Tuesday at Longleaf Flatwoods Reserve. The red trail is temporarily closed for the […]
Versatile Welborn did it all for the state champion Williston Red Devils
Jun 2, 2020
Today’s senior spotlight is on Cade Welborn of the Williston baseball team. Welborn, who played shortstop, second base, and pitcher, is versatile with the ability to […]
City of Alachua offering COVID-19 testing
Jun 1, 2020
The City of Alachua is partnering with the Florida Department of Health in Alachua County to provide drive-thru COVID-19 testing to Alachua residents ages 10 and […]
Alachua County Arts Council grants available
Jun 1, 2020
Alachua County artists, artist collaborators, and not-for-profit organizations can apply for either a Mini (max. $500) or Major (max. $3,500) Art Grant between 8:30 a.m. on […]
Humane Society back on schedule
Jun 1, 2020
The Humane Society of North Central Florida has resumed its full schedule of spay and neuter services as of June 1st and is now back to […]
Summer Drive-In Movie Series: Celebration Pointe brings the entertainment back to Gainesville
Jun 1, 2020
Tired of staying at home? Grab your family, bring your appetite and get ready to watch Toy Story 4! Come join us for a family friendly, […]
National Honor Society and trip to the state championship were Bumgarner’s highlights
Jun 1, 2020
Today’s senior spotlight is on Payton Bumgarner of Gainesville High School. Bumgarner was a four-year varsity player for the GHS girls’ tennis team. She […]
Huge turnout for Gainesville’s March For Our Freedom puts spotlight on justice
May 31, 2020
March For Our Freedom Organizer Aeriel Lane wore a black t-shirt with the word RESIST in white letters across the front. Through a megaphone and while […]