Homeless man arrested for threatening victim with butcher knife in panhandling dispute
Carl Milton Babb, 65, was arrested yesterday for allegedly threatening another panhandler while holding a butcher knife during a dispute over panhandling territory. The post Homeless man arrested for threatening victim with butcher knife in panhandling dispute appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .
68-Year-Old Dating App Predator Captured After Teen Escape at Gainesville Gas Station
HOLLISTER, FL — A 68-year-old Putnam County man has been jailed without bond after a 16-year-old girl revealed he forced her to sign a written “consent contract” to continue a sexual relationship he initiated through a mobile dating application. Ralph Heagy was taken into custody on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, The post
Alachua County ham radio volunteers take part in 24-hour disaster simulation
NEWBERRY, Fla. (WCJB) - Volunteers with the Alachua County Amateur Radio Emergency Service are taking part in Field Day, a 24-hour exercise that simulates disaster response. The event began Saturday and continues through Sunday afternoon. Amateur radio operators, also known as ham radio operators, use two-way radio sys
Florida Gators Unveil Vision for $1.45 Billion Overhaul of Iconic ‘Swamp’ Stadium
GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA – The University Athletic Association has received the green light to advance planning and development for the transformational renovation of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium — a bold next step in the future of one of the most iconic venues in all of sports. The action marks...
Georgia commit Kennedee Jackson just put the final nail in Florida’s coffin
Four-star Georgia offensive tackle commit Kennedee Jackson just shut the door in Florida's face by ending his recruitment.
Domestic violence report for June 25-26, 2026
Domestic violence arrests for June 25-26, 2026 The post Domestic violence report for June 25-26, 2026 appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .
Marion County, FL Dickey’s Barbecue Pit failed health inspection with 10 violations
A complaint-driven inspection at Dickey's Barbecue Pit in Marion County, Florida, resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation and a required follow-up inspection after a state inspector found 10 total violations on June 23, 2026.
A Horse Overheated Inside a Trailer. Firefighters Had To Pull Over and Cool It...
A Florida horse is recovering after firefighters helped rescue it from an overheated trailer along County Road 223. Bradford County firefighters pulled over Wednesday to help after the horse became distressed inside the trailer, according to WCJB. Crews helped safely get the horse out and sprayed it with water so it co
Florida River Reopens After Snorkeler Survives Frightening Alligator Attack
The Rainbow River in Marion County has reopened after a snorkeler was bitten by an alligator, sending the victim to the hospital and briefly raising fresh concern about safety in one of Florida’s most popular natural waterways.
Ocala continues to wait as new Trader Joe’s stores open nearby
Marion County residents will have to continue waiting for local access to one of the world’s most popular specialty grocery stores, as Trader Joe’s works on opening two new locations elsewhere in Florida. Trader Joe’s is currently in the process of opening new locations in Sarasota and Orlando....
