High Springs man trauma-alerted to hospital after crash in Alachua
A 55-year-old High Springs man was trauma-alerted to a hospital this afternoon after his moped was hit by a van on U.S. Hwy 441 outside Tech City. The post High Springs man trauma-alerted to hospital after crash in Alachua appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .
Gainesville man arrested on drug charges after traffic stop
A 52-year-old Gainesville man was arrested Wednesday night after deputies said they found fentanyl, cocaine and marijuana during a traffic stop. According to the arrest report, deputies stopped Darrell Johnson after observing him riding a bicycle in the wrong lane without a red rear reflector on Northeast 19th Street.
4-star edge rusher, Clemson target, commits to SEC school
Clemson's pass-rush recruiting has been stellar. It was inevitable that one of those top targets in a suddenly crowded room would opt to head elsewhere. 2027 four-star edge rusher Cahron Wheeler of St. Paul's School (MD) has committed to Florida during his official visit with the Gators. Wheeler was at...
Marion County School Board Announces New Principals, Leadership for 2026-27 Year
MARION COUNTY, FL (352today.com) – Marion County Public Schools will begin the 2026-27 school year with new leadership at several schools and district departments following a series of administrative appointments announced by Superintendent Dr. Danielle Brewer. District officials said seven schools will welcome new pri
Afternoon becomes first Gainesville restaurant featured on the Michelin Guide
Inside the small white-walled dining room of Afternoon, patrons enjoy brunch classics like scones and BLTs as well as unique options like mushroom toast and crispy potatoes — all ordered from a hand-drawn menu. Afternoon, located off Northwest 10th Avenue, was founded by Grace Glennon and Kyle Spore in...
Gainesville approves $3.5 million for park restoration
The Gainesville City Commission voted Thursday to restore Bivens Arm Park, one of the city’s oldest nature parks. The project is financed through the Wild Spaces & Public Places program, which previously oversaw Phase 1 of the Bivens Arm Marsh restoration project this year. The first phase included construction...
County approves demolition of old animal shelter in southeast Ocala
Just days after cutting the ribbon on a new, 37,361-square-foot animal shelter, Marion County officials have approved the demolition of the previous site in southeast Ocala. On Tuesday, June 2, the Marion County Board of County Commissioners officially approved a bid award to demolish the former Marion County Animal Se
Driver suspected of DUI enters plea in crash that killed motorcyclist
A Belleview man suspected of driving under the influence has pleaded not guilty to the death of a motorcyclist killed in a crash in May. Michael Ryan Durham, 41, entered his plea on Thursday, May 28, at the Marion County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller. He was arrested on Thursday, May 21, on charge of negli
Alachua County School Board debates administrative reassignments
The Alachua County School Board unanimously approved administrative contract renewals for the 2026-27 school year during the meeting. Parents and board members expressed concerns about the transfer of a Parker Elementary principal with over 30 years of experience. Interim Superintendent Kamela Patton cited personal req
Gainesville man arrested for repeatedly choking woman at hotel
Kenshae Dwight Robinson, 32, was arrested yesterday for allegedly choking a woman multiple times and trying to stop her from leaving their hotel room. The post Gainesville man arrested for repeatedly choking woman at hotel appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .

















