Business
Gainesville Hires Development Services Advocate
New role aims to assist residents, small businesses, and developers with permitting and planning processes.
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
Politics
Alachua County Elections Office Hosts Voter Outreach Events
Offering voter registration and education at naturalization ceremony and senior living community
Gainesville City Commission Expresses Concerns Over Proposed School Closures in East Gainesville
Commission hears Gun Violence Prevention Alliance's 5-year Strategic Plan and voices worries about impact of school closures on community
Florida House Votes to Make Flamingo State Bird
Lawmakers enthusiastic about the return of the flamingo to Florida, decades after it was wiped out.
Lifestyle
Ovation Home Care Earns 2026 Best of Home Care – Provider of Choice Award
Recognition reflects trust families place in Ovation's compassionate caregivers
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.
Crime
Trenton Teen Arrested for Pointing Gun, Punching Woman
Gainesville police apprehended the suspect after alleged assault at victim's apartment
Man Arrested for Threatening Woman with Gun
Tristin Zyler Miller, 19, charged with aggravated assault after allegedly pointing firearm at victim
Oaks Mall shooter arrested for illegal firearm possession
19-year-old Elijah Levin Williams charged with concealed carry violation and probation violation
Sports
ESPN College GameDay Coming to Gainesville for Florida vs. Arkansas
The popular college basketball preview show will broadcast live from the University of Florida campus ahead of the Gators' matchup with the Razorbacks.
ESPN College GameDay Returns to Gainesville for Gators Basketball
The popular pregame show will broadcast live from the University of Florida ahead of a key SEC matchup.
Florida Gators Aim to Clinch Series Against Kennesaw State Owls
The Gators look to take the series with the Owls, with first pitch set for 5:30 p.m. ET
