Pre-dental society students have met about every two weeks since January to create earrings for cancer patients through a nonprofit organization called “Brighter Lipstick, Bigger Earrings.” The group has grown to reach 13 hospitals.
Read More »Strawberry Festival Runs Out Of Berries
Hundreds attended a local strawberry festival this weekend. Even with thousands of pints of berries, two vendors ran out.
Read More »Gainesville Woman Wins $10M Prize From Scratch-Off Ticket
The woman purchased the $25 ticket at the Publix at 125 SW 34th St. in Gainesville near the University of Florida campus.
Read More »Young Boy Fights Tumor, Becomes Honorary Firefighter
Rescue Riley, a seven-year-old boy fighting a brain tumor, came to Gainesville Fire Station 1 on Thursday.
Read More »‘I see their hurt’: On Easter Sunday, A Bake Sale And Grief For A Departed Friend
While funeral arrangements for Robert Dentmond are confidential, Ajalan Carter wants one thing for her best friend.
Read More »What Transgender Resources Are Available In The Gainesville Area?
Being transgender today can be filled with hardships and obstacles. Local resources attempting to alleviate those hardships and create a welcoming space for the transgender community can be found around Alachua County.
Read More »Three-Month Limit For SNAP Benefits
New time limits on SNAP benefits can potentially affect 1 million nationwide. In Florida, hundreds of thousands are at risk of losing their food stamps.
Read More »East Gainesville’s Fragile Future Caught In Crosshairs
Jobs. Land. Money. After commissioners voted against Envision Alachua, residents talk about what matters when it comes to development for east Gainesville.
Read More »Evergreen Cemetery Works To Mark Anonymous Infant Graves
The Evergreen Cemetery is using community donations to mark the grave sites of anonymous infants.
Read More »Evergreen Cemetery Celebrates Anniversary in Gainesville
Even in its current state, Russell Etling said the land’s beauty, history and tranquility make it a truly wondrous place.
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