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Hidden away in the rural heart of Williston, Florida, Two Tails Ranch offers visitors a rare chance to meet elephants up close and learn what it truly takes to care for these magnificent creatures. Run by Patricia Zerbini, whose family has worked with exotic animals for generations, this working ranch combines educatio

Gainesville City Commissioner Desmon Duncan-Walker and Alachua County Commission Chair Ken Cornell will host a community listening session on Wednesday, July 22, to provide updates on local issues and hear feedback from residents. The event is scheduled from 6 to 8 p.m. at First Missionary Baptist Church (1515 SE 15th.

The Newberry Community School Board wished Chuck Clemons, a former board member, farewell at a meeting Monday. They also confirmed Title I plans ahead of the 2026-27 school year. The community school will officially open Aug. 10. Chuck Clemons. Clemons attended Monday’s meeting, although this time speaking from the opp

Jennifer Caren Dotzler, 23, was arrested yesterday after allegedly fleeing from law enforcement officers along I-75 and U.S. Hwy 441; she was eventually arrested in Alachua after deputies boxed in her vehicle. The post Woman arrested after pursuit along I-75 and 441 appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .

Alachua County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested Peter Anthony Giorlando, 27, this morning on an aggravated assault warrant. The Incident occurred on May 15 and a warrant was issued on July 17. Deputy Ethan Miller responded to the Hidden Oaks Mobile Home Park after an off-duty deputy reported an assault....

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) — An 11-foot alligator brought Interstate 75 to a standstill Sunday afternoon, backing up traffic to Butler Plaza before the animal moved on and lanes reopened. The gator appeared on the highway around 2 p.m. Delays were short-lived, but interest in the animal continued after the...

Jahiyan Elizabeth Armstrong, 23, was arrested yesterday for allegedly vandalizing a friend's apartment after the friend gave her a place to stay for a few days. The post Gainesville woman arrested for trashing friend’s apartment appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .

Zarek Roi Clark, 19; Bernard Lorenzo Little Jr., 19; and Luisel Lopez-Pagan, 18, all of Ocala, were arrested yesterday after officers responded to reports of armed suspects wearing masks at Carver Gardens. Juveniles Jyzekiel Gillans, 16; Jaheim Sylvain, 15; and Jaylen Jermaine Little, 17; were also arrested. The post

The RSVP program will complement the County’s existing AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Program (FGP) and expand opportunities for adults age 55 and older to serve their communities while developing new skills, building meaningful connections, and improving quality of life for themselves and others. The post Alac

Starting at midnight on July 24, the first 99 guests through the drive-thru at the Gainesville restaurant at 3411 SW Archer Road will receive a $5 Dunkin' promotional gift card, and the 100th guest will receive Free Coffee for a Year. The post Dunkin’ celebrates National Drive-Thru Day in Gainesville with Free Coffee