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Published September 05New local business directory aims to strengthen Alachua County’s independent business community
Gainesville Locally Owned, a new online business directory serving Gainesville and Alachua County, has launched with a simple goal: to make it easier for residents and visitors to find and support independently owned local businesses.
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Published September 05City Of High Springs taps Captain Kevin Pearson as Interim Fire Chief
The City of High Springs has selected Captain Kevin Pearson, the most senior member of the High Springs Fire Department, to serve as Interim Fire Chief.
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Published September 05Man on probation arrested for threatening to shoot man who owed him money
Dudley Lamont Mackey, 43, was arrested yesterday for allegedly threatening to shoot a man he said owed him money.
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Published September 05Gainesville businessman reappointed to the Florida Concrete Masonry Education Council
Governor Ron DeSantis announced the reappointment of Jerry Painter to the Florida Concrete Masonry Education Council.
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Published September 05Jail Booking Log, September 4
Jail booking log for September 4, 2026
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Published September 05Residential curbside collection changes begin October 1
The County has launched a microsite where residents can enter their address to find their new collection day on an interactive map.
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Published September 04City of Gainesville invites residents to 9/11 Memorial Ceremony
The City of Gainesville is observing the 25th anniversary of the September 11th attacks with a ceremony in remembrance of those who lost their lives as a result of the acts of terror on Sept. 11, 2001.
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Published September 04More charges added for 18-year-old who allegedly displayed a firearm at MLK Jr. Multipurpose Center in July
Antwon Kenshae Towns, 18, was arrested yesterday for two counts of possession of a firearm or ammunition by an adjudicated delinquent; he was previously arrested in July for allegedly displaying a firearm at the MLK Jr. Multipurpose Center and was released after posting $100,000…
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Published September 04Newberry practice works to remove barriers to healthcare with free breast health evaluations
On September 23, To Your Health and Wellness will offer a limited number of complimentary breast health evaluations for women who may be overdue for breast cancer screening or who have encountered barriers to getting a mammogram.
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Published September 04Commissioner Mack announces changes in leadership to strengthen collaboration and break down silos
Today, Commissioner Henry Mack announced several leadership and organizational changes designed to strengthen collaboration, improve efficiency, break down silos, and further advance Florida's commitment to excellence in education and workforce development.
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Published September 04“I want to see a Black governor of Florida in my lifetime”: Prominent local Democrat endorses Republican Byron Donalds
Gainesville City Commissioner Cynthia Chestnut, a Democrat, has endorsed Republican Byron Donalds for Florida Governor.
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Published September 04Jail Booking Log, September 3
Jail booking log for September 3, 2026