The Mortgage Firm is starting a new tradition for the holidays. It’s now a part of the Alachua and Tri-County US Marine Corps Toys for Tots campaign. This program is dedicated to spreading Christmas cheer to kids.
Read More »The Lede || Season IV Episode IX: Making monumental moments
In this episode of The Lede, we take a look at a local vigil held for Transgender Day of Remembrance, the partial lunar eclipse and Santa Fe Volleyball’s first state championship.
Read More »Gainesville gathers to honor lives lost for Transgender Day of Remembrance
Dozens of people gathered in Bo Diddley Plaza on Saturday to celebrate the transgender lives lost to violence in the past year for Transgender Day of Remembrance.
Read More »First responders tailgate honors local officials
The Eighth Judicial Circuit State Attorney’s Office held a First Responder tailgate luncheon. One local official honored the community with his cooking.
Read More »Annual Strike Out Hunger food drive gifted 2,000 turkeys to Alachua County families
Hundreds of cars lined the parking lot of the Oaks Mall Thursday morning, waiting for one thing: food. Strike Out Hunger gave away classic Thanksgiving foods to families in need. “I’m looking for anything they give me, and I really appreciate it,” said Roosevelt Latson, who waited in his car …
Read More »Pleasant Street cottage wins top new Airbnb host in Florida
The Egret Cottage, located in Gainesville's historic district, is owned and rented out by the 2021 top Airbnb host in all of Florida.
Read More »Aquatic Therapy Program helps Navy veteran
After being diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome and light sensitivity, everyday tasks became increasingly difficult for Navy veteran Mary Sue Mistler. That was until she started The North Florida South Georgia Veterans Health System’s Aquatic Therapy Program.
Read More »Gainesville hosts special election
Voters are headed to the polls to cast their ballots in a special election for City Commission At-Large, Seat B. Polls will remain open until 7 p.m.
Read More »Gainesville for All volunteers share resources, survey neighborhoods in East Gainesville
About 30 volunteers went door to door to East Gainesville residents on a rainy Saturday morning, providing resources and asking survey question to help improve the community’s standard of living.
Read More »Gainesville community gathers to celebrate the 20th Annual Bikers on Parade
The event wrapped up at around 4 p.m and raised over $20,000 for local and state veterans.
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