Developer seeking 36 townhomes at NE Ocala site
A property owner who rezoned a 4.62-acre site in northeast Ocala to build a 36-unit townhome development multiple years ago has asked the county for more time to develop the site. An extension request for the major site plan associated with Summer Breeze Town Homes was introduced to the Marion...
Marion County teen arrested after faking abduction that prompted Amber Alert, deputies say
MARION COUNTY, Fla. – A 17-year-old boy accused of faking an abduction that sparked an Amber Alert last month has been arrested, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office on Tuesday announced Caden Speight’s arrest. He faces charges of presenting false evidence, shooting into a...
Sheriff Billy Woods on Ronald Exantus’ arrest
Marion County Sheriff Billy Woods joined FOX 35's Good Day Orlando to talk about the parole release of Ronald Exantus and Exantus' arrest in Florida. Exantus was released in early October from Kentucky prison, outraging many. He was arrested in Florida for failing to register as a convicted felon. Exantus was accused...
Student stabbed at Santa Fe High School
A Santa Fe High School student was stabbed by another student during lunch today. The post Student stabbed at Santa Fe High School appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .
Gainesville Man Posts Bond After Domestic Battery Arrest
Gainesville Police Department officers arrested Robert Strappier III, 25, on Friday and charged him with misdemeanor domestic battery. The victim told police that she and Strappier were arguing over their rent, and he headbutted her in the face, causing a visible injury in the form of a busted lip. Officer...
Peaceful Paths Domestic Abuse Network – October is Domestic Abuse Awareness Month
This episode features Crystal Sorrow, chief executive officer of the Peaceful Paths Domestic Abuse Network serving Alachua, Bradford and Union counties. Domestic Violence affects more than 12 million people a year in the US, and so far this year, Peaceful Paths has provided residential and outreach programs to 1,100...
The Week Ahead: Your stories to look out for in North Central Florida
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - The University of Florida on Tuesday will unveil the 4th generation of Hipergator, that’s the most powerful university-owned supercomputer in the United States. They plan to hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the UF east campus. On both Tuesday and Thursday, court records show Albert Shell...
Alachua County Public Schools to host magnet showcase on Oct. 25
Alachua County school families are invited to learn more about the district’s academic and career tech magnet programs at the annual Alachua County Public Schools (ACPS) Magnet Showcase. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25, at the Alachua County Sports and...
Honoring the Departed ceremony to be held Oct. 22
Alachua County Community Support Services, in collaboration with community faith-based organizations, invites the community to attend “Honoring the Departed” on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025, at 2 p.m. at Evergreen Cemetery The post Honoring the Departed ceremony to be held Oct. 22 appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .
Alachua County explores food hub plan to bring fresh food to communities in need
Alachua County commissioners are exploring a new approach to bring fresh food to the community through a food hub system that could help farmers reach underserved communities.
