Gainesville Man Held in Pretrial Detention on Multiple Charges
Rafael Ramirez Robinson, 39, was arrested last week on a warrant for aggravated assault, battery with a prior battery conviction, larceny, trespassing and possessing a firearm as a convicted felon. The victim reported that during an argument Robinson accused her of cheating and began throwing things. The victim asked...
Sheriff’s Office warns about scammers who demand payment to avoid arrest
Alachua County Sheriff's Office is warning the public that scammers are posing as ASO deputies, using real names, and calling citizens to demand money to avoid arrest. The post Sheriff’s Office warns about scammers who demand payment to avoid arrest appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .
These Central Florida counties have issued burn bans as wildfire threat remains
ORLANDO, Fla. – Orange County has joined the list of Central Florida counties that have issued burn bans as wildfires remain a risk. According to a news release, the ban has been implemented for unincorporated areas, several municipalities serviced by Orange County Fire Rescue, including Edgewood, Belle Isle,...
Gainesville residents protest against Alachua County Public Schools allowing ICE to enter school zones
Marilyn E. Wende, a professor at the Univerisity of Florida, holds a sign in protest against recent guidelines for how ICE can operate in public schools at the Alachua County School Board Meeting held at its' district office in Gainesville, Fla. on April 15, 2025. (Libby Clifton/ WUFT) Around 30...
Suspect wearing stolen boots claims he ‘zoned out’ while leaving Walmart
A shoplifting suspect claimed he “zoned out” when he was wearing stolen boots and tried to walk out of the Walmart store in Summerfield. Damon Lee Cargile, 30, of Lady Lake, aroused suspicion Friday night when he was spotted wearing a pair of brand new tan boots which still had a price tag on them, according to an...
Talking Animals: Founder of Gainesville monkey sanctuary recounts its history, evolution, and challenges she’s...
Kari Bagnall–founder and executive director of Jungle Friends Primate Sanctuary, which offers permanent care to nearly 200 monkeys retired from laboratory research, who are former pets, or have been confiscated by the authorities—recalls the first monkey that entered her world and forever altered her life. As part...
Monterey & Blackfin out of Williston wins ‘Boat of the Year’
WILLISTON, Fla. (WCJB) - Montorey & Blackfin is making waves in the marine industry after manufacturing the Elite 30. The Elite 30 was named ‘Boat of the Year’ by Boating Magazine. The design for it made the boat stand out by introducing a more vertical bow section and center console for the boat. The company also...
Buc-ee’s Inches Closer to Lake County with Confirmed Location in Ocala
Central Florida is getting another taste of Buc-ee’s, and this time, it’s getting closer than ever to Lake County. With a location already thriving in Daytona, the popular Texas-based travel center is now officially building its next Florida mega-stop in Ocala, sparking questions from locals: Could Lake County be next?
Northern lights visible across section of US. Will Florida be able to see them...
Less than a year ago, the northern lights amazed Florida residents , sending colors swirling through the southern sky. Floridians were treated to the awe-inspiring sight on May 10, 2024. This week, the northern lights were visible farther south than normal Tuesday, April 15, and they'll be visible again for some...
Uppercrust owner calls shooting for ‘Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives’ a whirlwind experience
Fans of Guy Fieri's show "Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives" will be in for a sweet treat this Friday following the Food Network star's recent stop at a popular northwest Gainesville bakery. The mayor of Flavortown and his signature 1968 Chevrolet Camaro visited Uppercrust at 4118 NW 16th Blvd. The artisan bakery will be...
