Homeless woman on probation arrested for biting Publix security guard
GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Zoe Suzan Wiencek, 45, was arrested yesterday for allegedly biting a Publix security guard after attempting to steal a sandwich. A Gainesville Police Department officer reported that at about 5:34 p.m. on March 7, Wiencek entered Publix (1302 N. Main St.), went to the deli, and selected a pre-made...
The Alligator heads to Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival
Some UF students are packing swimsuits and seltzers for spring break. The Alligator is packing tents, earplugs and hydration packs. Two reporters and one photographer are preparing for warm days and cool nights as they get ready to head down to the Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival. Founded in 2016,...
This Florida Seafood Restaurant Is Famous for Its Redfish
Florida has a knack for feeding you well, but one downtown spot in Gainesville keeps pulling me back with a crunch that echoes across the table. Think coastal flavors with Cajun swagger, fried oysters that stay light on their feet, and redfish that somehow tastes both bold and clean at once.
The Noise Around Florida’s Quarterback Competition So Far This Spring
Florida has one of the most notable quarterback battles in the country this offseason.
Pastor Adam Joy announces Spring Break food distribution for tri-city area Alachua County families
Deeper Purpose Community Church will hold a food distribution event at Irby Elementary School on March 14 The post Pastor Adam Joy announces Spring Break food distribution for tri-city area Alachua County families appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .
Gainesville City Commission asks staff for options to provide $55,000 in funding to Heartwood...
At the March 5 Gainesville City Commission meeting, Commissioners directed staff to bring back options for providing $55,000 in funding to Heartwood Soundstage. The post Gainesville City Commission asks staff for options to provide $55,000 in funding to Heartwood Soundstage appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .
Gainesville restaurant strikes up charitable deal with wine thieves
A couple dined at a local Gainesville restaurant, paid their bill and walked out with a stolen bottle of wine. The next day, they were offered a unique deal with the restaurant’s owner: pay $100 to a local charity or get exposed on the internet. Superette, located in the...
‘It’s wrong’: Complaints made over conditions at Alachua County Animal Resources
Many complaints are being made against Alachua County Animal Resources. Now, an investigation is underway.
Alachua man arrested for threatening to kill couple near elementary school
Bernard Cartrell Williams II, 28, was arrested yesterday for threatening to kill two people who live near Alachua Elementary School. The post Alachua man arrested for threatening to kill couple near elementary school appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .
Alachua County, FL Traffic Alert: Police Respond to Crash Blocking SE CR 1474 Today
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Alachua County, FL — A traffic crash has closed SE County Road 1474 at SE County Road 219A, blocking travel in both directions. According to the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office, deputies and Alachua County...

















