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Marion County Commissioners unanimously approved a zoning change Tuesday to allow for the construction of a Buc-ee’s gas station in Ocala.
Read More »Marion County Commissioners unanimously approve construction of Buc-ee’s in Ocala
Santa Fe College hosts 2023 Black Professionals Expo
The Black Professionals Expo began in 2016 as the Leadership Conference and Expo. In its fifth year, the three day event is designed to accommodate the growth in attendance, community reach, and scope of the event for business professionals. Santa Fe College is hosting the event at its downtown Blount …
Read More »Thrifty app wins $5,000 startup of the year award
Rebecca Smith, 38, and her tech startup Thrifty won the $5,000 “Rising Star Startup of the Year” award at the 4th annual CelebrateGNV on Feb 2. The event, spearheaded by non-profit organization startGNV, highlights the past year’s successes of local Gainesville tech startups and businesses.
Read More »City survey seeks resident feedback on state of downtown parking
A community forum to discuss the lack of parking in downtown Gainesville drew around 40 people to Bo Diddley Plaza Wednesday to complete a survey gathering their feedback on the topic. The forum was hosted by SP+, a parking management corporation hired by the city six months ago to help the city improve the downtown parking experience.
Read More »Love is in the air as Valentine’s Day approaches – and so is spending
A beautiful rose bouquet. The warmth from a fresh candle. The captivating smell of sweet pastries. Valentine’s Day is the time for each of these things – and the ultimate promotion. Feb. 14 is highly anticipated in retail environments each year, and Gainesville’s local economy is ready to reap the …
Read More »Vintage market scheduled for this weekend in Gainesville as they grow in popularity
Some have overflowing closets. Some are experts at navigating estate or garage sales. Some just love vintage clothes. But all are looking to start local and community-friendly businesses. Vendors from all over north central Florida traveled to Gainesville in early January to participate in the Florida Vintage Market. The festival, …
Read More »Egg shortage cracks down on Gainesville consumers and businesses
Gainesville businesses are feeling the pinch in the price of eggs, and now they're contending with an egg shortage caused by the bird flu.
Read More »Behind the bet: the consequences for students who bet illegally
Behind the bet: the rise of sports betting
Behind the bet: how illegal online books work
