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...
Man killed in crash between Williston and Bronson
WILLISTON, Fla. (WCJB) - A man was killed in a crash between Williston and Bronson on Saturday afternoon. Around 2:45 p.m., Florida Highway Patrol troopers said he was driving down County Road 241 and swerved into someone driving the opposite way. The 42-year-old from Williston was killed and three people...
Gainesville man arrested for punching and pointing a gun at victim without provocation
Steve Dene Stacy, Jr., 39, was arrested on Thursday after allegedly walking up to a man in Holly Heights, punching him, and pointing a gun at him. The post Gainesville man arrested for punching and pointing a gun at victim without provocation appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .
Funeral date announced for recently deceased fire marshal who died of cancer
An investigation has begun after a dying man was discovered by law enforcement. Humane Society of North Central Florida reports an increase in donations and foster applications. Updated: 5 hours ago. Alachua County Humane Society officials say residents came out in force to support their shelter. Congresswoman Kat...
97.3 The Sky recognizes local police and first responders during 9th Annual SKY Valor...
97.3 The Sky (WSKY-FM), an Audacy station in Gainesville and Ocala, concluded its 9th annual SKY Valor Honors Program, an initiative that recognizes North Central Florida’s police and first responders for their dedication to protecting the community. The post 97.3 The Sky recognizes local police and first responders...
The Frazer School launches 2nd year with 50% growth
In December 2023, prominent Buchholz teacher Will Frazer began having conversations with James Schrader. Schrader is the founder and principal of Gainesville Christian Community School (GCCS), which started in 2013 and now enrolls roughly 330 students in K-12th grade. “He said, ‘Hey, how about you open up a private...
