Couple arrested for stealing from wife’s employer
Christopher Eugene Sheddan, 42, and Lindsay May Sheddan, 39, both of Gainesville, were arrested yesterday for stealing lawn maintenance equipment from Lindsay Sheddan's employer. The post Couple arrested for stealing from wife’s employer appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .
Multiple-time offender faces new attempted murder charge in Marion County
MARION COUNTY, Fla. – A 48-year-old Marion County man with a criminal history that dates back 30 years finds himself behind bars once again. Earlier this month, Marion County deputies arrested Kenya Jarod Franklin for second-degree attempted murder. On June 6, MCSO said they responded to a shooting on...
Road closure near Newberry Elementary School starts Thursday
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Deputies with the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office (ASO) are asking drivers near Newberry Elementary school to find an alternate route starting this Thursday. They said starting Thursday, June 26, Southwest 15th Avenue will be closed from Southwest 255th Street West to Southwest 258th...
City staff—not commission—to approve Alachua land developments
The Alachua City Commission unanimously voted during a regular meeting on Monday to grant staff the final say on approving land developments instead of requiring a vote from the dais. Resolution 25-11 conforms city policy with the new state law, as Senate Bill 784 is set to take effect on...
GFR extinguishes fire at building under construction on campus
At approximately 11:55 a.m. on June 24, multiple Gainesville Fire Rescue units responded to a reported structure fire at the new architecture building on the University of Florida campus. The post GFR extinguishes fire at building under construction on campus appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .
Alachua County remains in holding pattern on animal services, eastside housing
Alachua County’s plans remain pending for a new animal resources facility and eastside housing development after a regular meeting on Tuesday. Alachua County officials called both projects priorities and said they want solid action in the near future. County Manager Michele Lieberman referenced a possible shift in...
Marion County aims to protect rural land with smarter growth plan
OCALA, FL (352today.com) – The Marion County Board of County Commissioners held its final workshop in a series reviewing the county’s comprehensive plan on June 23. Much of the discussion centered on how to improve a tool that could shape where new development happens and where it doesn’t.
Feeline Good Cat Café closes doors on four-year anniversary
After four years and over a thousand adoptions, Feeline Good Cat Café had just 11 cats left before it closed its doors on June 21. The spacious two-story café was a peaceful spot with soothing music, tasty treats and specialty coffee. Upon walking in, visitors were met with a friendly smile by the owner, Francesca...
The Best Chocolate Cake In Florida Is Hiding Inside This Quirky Pizza Restaurant
Tucked away in a corner of Gainesville sits a pizza joint where the chocolate cake is so legendary that dessert-hunters drive hours just to get a slice. Satchel’s Pizza might be known primarily for its incredible pies, but locals whisper about the chocolate cake with the reverence usually reserved for religious...
University of Florida lab using A.I. to help diagnose and improve patient treatment
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - In this week’s Tech Tuesday, our partners at UF Innovate and SCAD Media highlight Dr. Xiang Zhong and her team at UF’s Industrial and Systems Engineering Department, who are using artificial intelligence to create digital twins that support critical care. “What if we could...
