GPD seeks help in identifying individuals as part of investigation into Easter Sunday shooting
Gainesville Police Detectives continue to investigate the deadly shooting that occurred on Easter (April 20, 2025) at the TB McPherson Center and are seeking help identifying several people The post GPD seeks help in identifying individuals as part of investigation into Easter Sunday shooting appeared first on...
Impaled driver extricated after iPhone alerts Marion firefighters of crash
A driver who crashed through a fence and was impaled by a fence board was extricated from a pickup truck after Marion County emergency personnel were notified about the incident through an iPhone alert. Marion County Fire Rescue units were dispatched to the scene of the accident in the 5400...
Active investigation into potential attempted homicide in North Lincoln Heights, GPD says
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Officials with the Gainesville Police Department (GPD) said they are looking into a potential attempted homicide or aggravated battery case Monday night. They said they responded to the 200 block of Southeast 14th Street around 9 p.m. Monday, where an unconscious male was in the roadway.
Community Rainbow Bridge Memorial creates space to remember beloved pets
Trinity Metropolitan Community Church is pleased to announce the grand opening of the Community Rainbow Bridge Memorial on Saturday, June 28, at 10:00 a.m., located at 11604 SW Archer Road The post Community Rainbow Bridge Memorial creates space to remember beloved pets appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .
Interlachen man sets home on fire during argument, injuring 3 people
INTERLACHEN, Fla. (WCJB) - Putnam County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating a house fire in Interlachen that sent three people to the hospital as a case of arson. Detectives say Charles Ogle, 54, purposely lit clothes on fire in the laundry room of a home on Kin Street in Interlachen on Sunday night.
Alachua County Public Schools loses three top financial administrators
Three of the Alachua County Public School District’s (ACPS) top budget and finance officials have resigned ahead of the 2025-26 school year. Assistant Superintendent of Finance Gabrielle Jaremczuk and Director of Budget Deborah Parrish submitted letters of resignation in June, with their last days of work set for...
Man on pre-trial release arrested for choking pregnant ex-girlfriend
Tevin Octavius Campbell, 34, was arrested last night after allegedly hitting and choking a woman after learning she was pregnant. The post Man on pre-trial release arrested for choking pregnant ex-girlfriend appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .
If you don’t believe Marion County is leading the way in conservation, take action
Recent letters blaming the Marion County Planning Board for “greedy” over-development oversimplify a complex issue. I sympathize with our elected officials, who face unfair criticism while upholding the law. Let’s consider the realities of our economy, taxation, and private property rights. Landowners in Marion...
Freedom Fest celebrates Emancipation Day, Juneteenth
“All are Welcome,” read a bright red and white sign under the words “Freedom Fest.” As attendees were ushered into Bo Diddley Plaza Saturday afternoon, they were met with live music, food and family-oriented fun to continue Gainesville’s month-long Juneteenth celebration. Freedom Fest was part of...
The Best Philly Cheese Steak In Florida Is Made Inside This Humble Diner
Hidden away in the charming town of High Springs sits a culinary gem that locals have been trying to keep secret for years—the Pink Flamingo Diner, where tropical kitsch meets classic Americana, and where you’ll find a Philly cheese steak that would make Philadelphians question their life choices.
