Jason Hedges at Wicked Cantina (Sarasota)
Jason Hedges is a multi-talented musician, songwriter, and actor originally from Gainesville, Florida, now bringing his signature sound and soul to Sarasota’s vibrant music scene. Whether performing solo, with his wife Sarah, or with a full band, Jason blends Americana, classic rock, and country with heartfelt...
Newberry hosts annual Christmas parade
NEWBERRY, Fla. (WCJB) - Newberry went all out for Christmas Saturday night. Residents dressed up and floats rolled down Main Street as droves of people showed up to watch the parade. Business owners and vendors set up shop, selling food and gifts ahead of Christmas. Of course, no Christmas parade...
Florida Cancer Institute appoints Sarath Katragadda as Expert
Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, LLC (FCS) is pleased to announce that board-certified medical oncologist and hematologist Sarath Katragadda, MD, MSc has joined its team of cancer experts in Marion County. Dr. Katragadda has specialized clinical interest in genitourinary, gastrointestinal, and breast...
Alachua County, FL – Traffic Alert: One Killed in Fatal Crash Near 143 Street;...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Alachua County, FL – Drivers in northwest Alachua County are being urged to avoid the area near NW 143rd Street and NW 94th Avenue today following a deadly rollover crash that has shut down the roadway for...
Letter: Homeless Day of Remembrance acknowledges the dignity of homeless people
Abigail Perrte-Gentil writes about a homeless woman who died this year The post Letter: Homeless Day of Remembrance acknowledges the dignity of homeless people appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .
Convicted Felon Arrested in Gainesville Drug Bust After Deputies Find Cocaine, Meth, and Ammunition
Gainesville, FL – A routine welfare check early Wednesday morning led to the arrest of a wanted convicted felon after deputies in Alachua County discovered a significant quantity of drugs, paraphernalia, and ammunition inside a vehicle parked near a local hotel. Deputies Respond to Possible Medical Emergency....
North Central Florida animal shelters ask for donations and adoptions
WILLISTON, Fla. (WCJB) - Volunteers from an animal shelter are asking for donations to help support pet owners in North Central Florida. Leaders at the Williston Animal Group say they provide for more than 150 families with pets. They said recent donations from groups like “Campus USA” help stock their...
Gainesville man transported from prison to face aggravated assault charge from 2023
Timothy Dewayne Means Jr., 21, has been transported from prison to face charges from a 2023 incident in which he allegedly pointed a gun at a woman. The post Gainesville man transported from prison to face aggravated assault charge from 2023 appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .
Gators Reliever Whritenour Eager For 2026 Debut After ‘Longest Break’
Joshua Whritenour pictures himself stepping up to the mound for the first time in his collegiate career. The UF freshman relief pitcher Is filled with a sense of calm. He’ll look down at his feet, take a deep breath and throw a pitch he’s been working toward for more than a year.
Florida Realtors statistics show home sales changes in North Central Florida
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - The hottest housing market in Florida cooled off in November. This week, TV20 reported how Ocala is ranked as the number two migration destination in the country in 2025. But numbers released on Friday by Florida Realtors show new home sales dropped 7% from a year...

















