Local
1 year ago
Gainesville to honor Cuban American music legend Willy Chirino with the Key to the City

Gainesville Mayor Harvey Ward will honor salsa icon Willy Chirino with a Key to the City and declare Nov. 2 as ‘Willy Chirino Day,’ celebrating his 50-year career and philanthropic impact at Bo Diddley Plaza.

Local
1 year ago
Marion County Sheriff’s Office mourns loss of pioneering female Major Patti Lumpkin

Major Lumpkin made history as the first female road deputy and the first female major in the department, retiring in 2010.

Local
1 year ago
Alachua County faces debris pickup delays as contractors shift to hard-hit coastal regions

There have been delays as contractors shift focus to higher-paying, hurricane-impacted coastal areas, with efforts underway to expedite local cleanup.

Business
1 year ago
Marion County recommends zoning change for major mixed-use development amid traffic concerns

The Martingale development plan, which will be reviewed in November, aims to combine homes and businesses on more than 43 acres.

Local
1 year ago
City of Gainesville outlines safety tips for trick-or-treaters ahead of Halloween

With the spookiest day of the year approaching, the City of Gainesville wants to ensure pedestrian safety.

Local
1 year ago
Firefighters extinguish early-morning structure fire in Gainesville | PHOTOS

Gainesville Fire Rescue says the cause of the fire is under investigation.

Equine
1 year ago
Levy County-bred Arthur’s Ride ready to shine in $7 million Breeders’ Cup Classic

The Morriston-raised colt, named after his owner’s late father, brings top-tier bloodlines and a story of resilience to the Del Mar track this Saturday.

Local
1 year ago
Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center achieves ACA accreditation

The ACA, a leading authority in camp standards, ensures that accredited camps meet rigorous health, safety, and program quality benchmarks.

Local
1 year ago
Flooding persists along the Withlacoochee River

The Southwest Florida Water Management District says that residents and businesses along the Withlacoochee River should continue to monitor water levels and take necessary precautions.

Community
1 year ago
Belleview’s Trunk or Treat draws record-breaking crowd of 10,000

Over 50 decorated trucks, hayrides, pumpkin decorating, and more made Belleview’s Trunk or Treat a smash hit.