Since the COVID-19 pandemic, music stores nationwide have closed amid an increase in online retailers. But Leon Barrows has kept Music Junction in Alachua open through strategic decisions.

Temica Smith, 47, was finally able to buy a house in October 2023, in Heartwood, a mixed-income subdivision in East Gainesville.

In Gainesville, sustainable fashion is gaining momentum as second hand stores lead the charge in offering eco-conscious shoppers a chance to reduce waste, embrace unique styles and save money– all while supporting a greener future.

Charging stations for electric airplanes are arriving at Gainesville Regional Airport.

With dim lighting and a spirit of celebration, the Greater Gainesville Chamber of Commerce opened its doors to the business of the year awards to celebrate with business owners and community leaders. A cocktail reception sponsored by HCA Florida Healthcare was followed by the dinner for the awards.

The bridge on Southwest 20th Avenue over I-75 in Gainesville is currently a two-lane road with unprotected bike lanes, but a $1.4 million grant may add sidewalks to enhance safety for all.

The World Equestrian Center (WEC), the largest equestrian complex in the United States, welcomed thousands of evacuees to its Ocala facility this hurricane season.

The controversy over the possible development of a concrete batch plant in Archer has had an unintended consequence – an increase in civic participation by area residents.

Construction for the project will begin in January, according to Debbie Boyd, a former state representative and the project coordinator for the Newberry Veterans Memorial.

Hurricane Helene left a High Springs restaurant without power for three days, rendering its food supply unsuitable for human consumption. So the owners of Prohibition Pizza invited area pig owners to use it as animal feed.