University of Florida Honors Program class teaches Gainesville’s punk history
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Hot Water Music and Sister Hazel are just a few examples of Gainesville-based music groups that make the city's music scene one of the most eclectic in the country. While Gainesville's music scene offers a diverse musical palette, many local fans might be more familiar with the city's...
Alachua County detectives search for leads 19 years after death of James Edward Tuff
HAWTHORNE, Fla. (WCJB) - It has been 19 years since James Edward Tuff died, and his case remains cold. According to the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office, in the afternoon on Dec. 4, 2006, Tuff was discovered by a passerby on the side of the 11000 block of Southeast County Road 2082 in Hawthorne.
Gainesville man arrested for multiple burglaries after citizen finds 18 handguns buried at condominium...
Kevin Marcus Boyd, 40, has been arrested for multiple car burglaries following the discovery of 18 guns buried near the community pool at a condominium complex. The post Gainesville man arrested for multiple burglaries after citizen finds 18 handguns buried at condominium complex appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .
Changing the narrative: Florida moms celebrate babies born with Down syndrome with Jack’s Baskets
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — As families exchange gifts and gather for the holidays, two Florida mothers are delivering something far more meaningful than anything wrapped in a bow. They’re spreading comfort, connection, and celebration to parents who unexpectedly join what they lovingly call “the lucky few”: families...
Girlfriend arrested after allegedly attacking boyfriend who accused her of cheating
An Ocklawaha woman was arrested for allegedly battering her boyfriend when he refused to give her his car keys so she could see another man. A deputy responded to a domestic battery involving 24-year-old Alexis Page Champagne at an undisclosed residence around 11:20 p.m. Tuesday, according to an arrest report from...
A Bold Expansion: Alexis DeJoria Climbs Into John Force Racing’s Third Funny Car
The NHRA world is buzzing. Alexis DeJoria has officially signed...
Salvation Army Gainesville sees increased need, fewer donations on Giving Tuesday
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - The Salvation Army in Gainesville is experiencing a growing gap between community need and available resources as Giving Tuesday highlights charitable giving across North Central Florida. The organization operates a food pantry and assists families in need with utility bills. Officials...
Gainesville’s Cold Night Shelter Program available Dec. 3
GAINESVILLE, Fla. – City of Gainesville officials anticipate severe weather conditions, including temperatures below 45 degrees Fahrenheit, during the evening hours of Wednesday, Dec. 3. The anticipated temperatures will lead to the activation of the city’s Cold Night Shelter (CNS) Program, and it is expected to...
Florida – Cold Case Anniversary: Alachua County Renews Appeal in 2006 Hawthorne Shooting
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Alachua County, FL – The Alachua County Sheriff’s Office issued a renewed plea for information this week as investigators mark the anniversary of a 2006 cold case killing in Hawthorne. During the afternoon...
Inside Scoop: My Experience Working at Bagel and Co During Their Initial Weeks of...
A former employee of the newly opened Bagel and Co at The Hub has shared their experience working at the establishment during its initial weeks. The individual, who posted their account on Reddit, clarified that their intention was not to criticize the management but to provide an inside look at the ingredients and...
