People of all ages and backgrounds gathered over the weekend near the corner of Fifth Avenue and Sixth Street in Gainesville for the 34th Annual Fifth Avenue Arts Festival.
Read More »Fifth Avenue Arts Festival celebrates musical legends
The 34th annual Fifth Avenue Arts Festival kicks off in Gainesville Friday evening. The event will feature dancers, musicians and poetry.
Read More »Partender startup wins GAIN 2013 Fast Pitch competition
After an intense nine rounds of pitching his company to CEOs, Nikhil Kundra, founder of Partender, won the fourth annual “GAIN 2013 Fast Pitch” competition Thursday night.
Read More »Nine startup companies to ‘pitch fast’ during annual networking event
Gainesville Area Innovation Network will host its fourth annual networking event Thursday. "GAIN 2013 Fast Pitch" will give nine startup companies the opportunity to pitch their ideas to local entrepreneurs.
Read More »Possible political repercussions ahead after Craig Lowe’s accident and arrest
Mayor Craig Lowe's political future may be in question with his recent arrest overshadowing the April 16 mayoral runoff election. The mayor was arrested for suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol this morning.
Read More »Bye, Bye Miss American Pie: Summer music camp canceled after contract dispute
The scheduled music camp at UF this summer has been canceled. Officials said the decision to cancel this year came as a result of a disagreement between the camp's contractor and UF officials.
Read More »Hearing technology installed at Hippodrome
Assisted-hearing techology has been installed at the main stage and cinema of the Hippodrome Theatre in Gainesville.
Read More »FDA to assist in Alzheimer’s treatment, others still hope for cure
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a proposal Thursday to assist companies in developing new treatments for patients in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease.
Read More »General Motors to recall vehicles for suspension, airbag issues
The 2013 Chevy Malibu has one or more rear suspension bolts that may not have been tightened properly, according to a report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. It may lead to mishandling of the vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.
Read More »Despite 33 Sweetbay closures, Gainesville location to remain open
Sweetbay Spokeswoman Nicole LeBeau said it was a tough decision to make, but claimed it would allow the company to grow.
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