Sales tax exemptions begin for school and hurricane supplies
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Tax exemptions are now in place for school and hurricane supplies. The school sales tax started on Friday and runs the entire month of August, and state lawmakers no longer have to reauthorize it on a year-by-year basis. The sales tax exemption also started on Friday...
This Old-Timey Restaurant In Florida Serves Up The Best Frog Legs You’ll Ever Taste
Hidden down a winding road in Hawthorne, Florida, where Spanish moss drapes from ancient oaks like nature’s own party decorations, sits a culinary time capsule that food enthusiasts speak about in reverent whispers. The Yearling Restaurant isn’t just a place to eat – it’s a portal to a Florida...
Humane Society of North Central Florida reports an increase in donations and foster applications
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Alachua County Humane Society officials say residents came out in force to support their shelter. Earlier this week, TV20 informed you that the Humane Society of North Central Florida has been extremely busy. Thanks to the community, officials say that 56 dogs are being fostered, and...
Alachua County teacher attends C-SPAN’s Educators’ Conference
An Alachua County Public Schools (ACPS) educator recently attended the C-SPAN Summer Educators’ Conference in Washington, D.C. Jess Morey, a social studies teacher at Buchholz High School, was one of 30 middle and high school educators from across the U.S. chosen to attend the three-day event, which provided a...
High Springs voters to determine Sunday alcohol policy
High Springs voters will officially determine whether or not breweries can open on Sundays after 1 p.m. following the City Commission’s approval of a second reading for ballot language to amend its alcohol ordinance during a special meeting on Thursday. Commissioner Katherine Weitz’s motion to approve the updated...
Dispatches from the free City of GNV
Alachua School Board Chair Sarah Rockwell made an imprudent comment about Hulk Hogan on social media after his death. For which she has repeatedly apologized. Not good enough, AC Repubs say. She must resign. And immediately. Such incivility needs to be excised from public life if we are going to...
Blue-green algae detected at Lake Weir boat ramp, health officials urge caution
MARION COUNTY, FL (352today.com) – The Florida Department of Health in Marion County (DOH-Marion) is warning residents and visitors to exercise caution after blue-green algae was detected at the Hope Boat Ramp on Lake Weir during testing conducted July 28, 2025. While no toxins were found at the time of testing,...
First Alert Weather Forecast: More typical summer pattern this weekend, next week
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - The heat slowly easing in the days ahead. Friday night: Hot this evening. Warm and humid overnight. Lows in the mid-upper 70s. Weekend: Hot and humid. Slightly better rain chances. Highs in the low-mid 90s. Chance of rain 30-40%. Extended: A more typical summer pattern continues...
Alachua County seeks input on potential local food hub
Alachua County is partnering with food system consultants New Venture Advisors on a feasibility study for creating a food hub that would strengthen the local food economy, support farmers, and connect institutions and residents with fresh, locally produced food. The post Alachua County seeks input on potential local...
Alachua County Sheriff’s Office celebrates ‘Community Fun Day’
Alachua Police Department team up with Just Between Friends to distribute backpacks. The Alachua Police Department teamed up with Just Between Friends of Gainesville to get students ready for school. Bridal store in Ocala celebrating 50 years of business. Updated: Jul. 25, 2025 at 1:22 PM EDT. The bridal shop...
