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Alachua Chronicle
Published 1 hour ago2026 Peanut Butter Challenge begins on Sept. 30
The UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County Office is pleased to announce the 2026 Peanut Butter Challenge, beginning on Sept. 30 and ending on Oct. 31, 2026, with donations accepted at the UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County Office
Alachua Chronicle
Published September 28Turkey Creek observation platform and trail dedication ceremony
Alachua County invites the public to celebrate the opening of a new wildlife observation platform and the dedication of the Blue Trail at Turkey Creek Preserve on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026. The ceremony begins at 9 a.m.
Alachua Chronicle
Published September 25City of Gainesville announces fourth annual A Very GNV Holiday Parade
Planning is underway for the fourth annual A Very GNV Holiday Parade, set for Saturday, Dec. 5, 2026. The popular event will once again bring music, color, and celebration to downtown Gainesville beginning at noon, followed by a holiday dance party at Bo Diddley Plaza and the…
Palatka Daily News
Published September 24History, music and markets fill busy North Florida weekend
Occupation of Palatka leads packed three-day lineup from St. Augustine to Gainesville History will come alive in Palatka this weekend while songwriters take over St. Augustine, jazz fills a Jacksonville street and Gainesville closes out September with art, music and a celebration…
Alachua Chronicle
Published September 22GFR Station 1 will welcome new fire engine on Sept. 24
Neighbors are invited to attend a dedication ceremony for a new fire truck at GFR Fire Station 1 on Thursday morning.
Alachua Chronicle
Published September 22Alachua County hosts fiber education and digital literacy event on Sept. 25
The Alachua County Broadband Initiative is hosting a free Fiber Education and Digital Literacy event on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026, from 10 to 11 a.m., at the Alachua County Senior Recreation Center
Alachua Chronicle
Published September 21Alachua County Crisis Center to host free Mental Health Symposium in honor of Suicide Prevention Month
The Alachua County Crisis Center invites students, faculty, staff, and community members to join its free annual virtual symposium, "Healing Together: Conversations for Mental Wellness and Suicide Prevention," on Sept. 28-30, 2026, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. each evening.
Alachua Chronicle
Published September 14Matheson History Museum to host Curator Talk on Chains of Steele exhibit on Sept. 16
The Matheson History Museum is hosting a curator talk with the Curator of Exhibitions, Willett Hancock, on Wednesday, September 16, at 7 p.m. to share about his year and a half of research and curating of Chains of Steele: Money, Power, and Influence.
Alachua Chronicle
Published September 10Alachua County receives Silver Flagler Award for World Masters Athletics Indoor Championships
Alachua County has received a Silver Flagler Award from VISIT FLORIDA for its work in supporting and promoting the 2025 World Masters Athletics Indoor Championships, which brought athletes and visitors from around the world to the county.
Alachua Chronicle
Published September 10Tractor Supply celebrates local farmers, makers, and artisans with Harvest Fest
From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. local time, participating Tractor Supply stores will welcome local farmers, makers, bakers, and artisans to sell their goods in a farmers market-style event for the community.
Alachua Chronicle
Published September 10Bike Bus returns to High Springs on September 16
Students from High Springs Community School are invited to celebrate National Walk & Roll to School Day on Wednesday, September 16, featuring the return of the Bike Bus.
Alachua Chronicle
Published September 0922nd Gainesville Latino Film Festival to be held Sept. 10-27
The 22nd Gainesville Latino Film Festival, organized by the Latina Women’s League, will take place September 10–27, 2026, under the theme “Voices of Our Land.”