Business
HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital to Host Weekly Hiring Events Ahead of 2026 Opening
The hospital will offer on-the-spot interviews and same-day offers for select roles during 'Talent Thursdays'.
UF Health Names New Supply Chain Leader
Tedd Comerford appointed as senior vice president for supply chain at UF Health's clinical enterprise
Alachua County Launches 5th Year of TeensWork Summer Internship Program
Businesses can request teen interns at no cost through the program funded by The Children's Trust
Lifestyle
Expert Tips to Eliminate Fridge Odors for Good
A food safety professor shares simple ways to prevent unpleasant refrigerator smells through proper cleaning and storage.
Longtime Gainesville Activist Rosa B. Williams Dies at 92
Williams was known for her tireless community work and advocacy for youth in the area.
Touching Hearts at Home hosts free senior citizen prom to benefit ElderCare
The event will take place this Friday, February 13, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Alachua County Senior Recreation Center.
Crime
Gainesville Man Charged for Attacking Child and Injuring Shands Security
Gregory Lernard London Jr. faces new charges after prior child abuse and probation violations.
Gainesville Honors Officer Scott Baird 25 Years After His Death
Community gathers to remember the young officer killed in the line of duty in 2001.
Gainesville Man Charged for Stealing Cell Phones from UPS Packages
Kenny Donnell Roberts, 42, allegedly stole and pawned multiple phones while working for UPS.
Politics
Florida House Votes to Make Flamingo State Bird
Lawmakers enthusiastic about the return of the flamingo to Florida, decades after it was wiped out.
House Votes To Make Flamingo Florida's Next State Bird
Lawmakers consider replacing the mockingbird with the American flamingo as Florida's state bird
Gainesville City Commission Addresses Crime Rates, Protest Management, and Filling Commission Vacancies
GPD Chief Moya discusses crime data, gunshot detection pilot, and handling of recent protest, while Commission votes to change how vacancies are filled.
Sports
Kentucky Comes Up Short Against Florida in SEC Showdown
Wildcats rally but can't overcome early deficit against defending NCAA champions
Florida Gators Defeat Kentucky Wildcats 92-83
Gators maintain first place in SEC with home win over ranked opponent
No. 14 Florida beats 25th-ranked Kentucky 92-83
Xaivian Lee and Urban Klavzar lead the Gators with strong outside shooting performance
