Gilchrist County school plans indefinitely delayed due to budget concerns
TRENTON, Fla. (WCJB) - Gilchrist County school leaders are pausing plans to build a new elementary school. They initially announced their plans to build in April of 2023, but officials say they voted against building the school due to budget concerns. We reported earlier this year that Gilchrist County Schools...
The SteelDrivers Heat Up A Dreary Night in Gainesville
The SteelDrivers Heat Up A Dreary Night in Gainesville. Nashville’s SteelDrivers returned to the outdoor stage at Heartwood Soundstage in Gainesville, Florida, on a drizzly chilly night, but it made no difference to the excellent crowd. Hoodies and umbrellas and the band’s tight harmonies and fan support warmed...
5 Best Comfort Food Restaurants in Gainesville, Florida to Try
Gainesville’s comfort food balances Southern soul, student-town staples, and Florida freshness—think fried chicken, barbecue, biscuits, and plates that taste best after a game day. These five spots are tried-and-true. The Top. A downtown favorite, The Top bridges diner comfort and modern bistro with a menu that...
The Honeybee Café: A Local Gem in Gainesville
OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Gainesville is full of hidden sweet spots with plenty to offer the community. One of these gems is The Honeybee Café, a small, local coffee and pastry shop with inviting indoor seating and relaxing outdoor spots. They offer multiple morning favorites including the Honeybee...
Cartwright: Gainesville residents don’t need more intrusion into personal spaces
Telfred Cartwright writes that Mayor Harvey Ward's pledge to reduce domestic violence would require increased government intrusion into personal spaces. The post Cartwright: Gainesville residents don’t need more intrusion into personal spaces appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .
Orlando Weather: Strong thunderstorms, slight tornado threat overnight
ORLANDO, Fla. - The FOX 35 Storm Team has issued a FOX 35 Storm Team Alert for Sunday night and the overnight hours into Monday due to strong showers and thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, and the slight chance of a tornado warning. These showers and storms could bring damaging winds and...
Homeless man with 50 convictions arrested for slamming woman headfirst to the ground at...
Davion O'Quinn Brockington, 34, was arrested yesterday for allegedly picking up a woman and slamming her headfirst to the ground at St. Francis House; he was just released from state prison on December 3. The post Homeless man with 50 convictions arrested for slamming woman headfirst to the ground at homeless...
El Mezcal Mexican Restaurant in Ocala, Marion County, FL, cited for 28 violations
El Mezcal Mexican Restaurant, a popular eatery at 8441 Southwest Highway 200 in Ocala, Marion County, Florida, received a follow-up inspection required designation after state officials documented a notable 28 violations during a routine food inspection on December 5, 2025, according to the Florida Department of...
“It always catches up with you”: Gainesville woman arrested for over $10k in insurance...
Chloe English Dunnell, 36, was arrested on Friday on two felony charges related to allegedly filing fraudulent insurance claims, resulting in a loss to the insurance company of over $10,000. The post “It always catches up with you”: Gainesville woman arrested for over $10k in insurance fraud appeared first on...
Four-Star DB Honors Pledge, Signs with Gators
The Gators have signed a four-star safety commit despite a push from another SEC school.
