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Sam Greco Endorsed by FL NFIB, FL Chamber of Commerce, St. Augustine Business Coalition
It has been an exciting week on the campaign trail for Sam Greco. NFIB’s Florida PAC, the Florida Chamber of Commerce, and the St. Augustine Business Coalition have all thrown their support behind Greco in the past week. Greco’s campaign continues to gain momentum. He now has the support...
Unemployment claims in Florida increased last week
Initial filings for unemployment benefits in Florida rose last week compared with the week prior, the U.S. Department of Labor said Thursday. New jobless claims, a proxy for layoffs, increased to 7,687 in the week ending July 13, up from 6,552 the week before, the Labor Department said. U.S. unemployment...
Parents encouraged to register new students right away
Families of students who will be entering an Alachua County public school for the first time and those who have moved or will be moving to a new school zone within the district are encouraged to register their students as soon as possible. The post Parents encouraged to register new students right away appeared first on Alachua Chronicle.
Donald Trump returns to Florida following assassination attempt, RNC and Michigan rally
PALM BEACH, Fla. (WPEC) — It’s been a busy week for former President Donald Trump. The Republican nominee was shot at a rally in Pennsylvania, the classified documents case against him was dismissed and he appeared at the Republican National Convention before Saturday's campaign rally in Michigan. Now,...
Mentoring program celebrates 13th year of existence in Alachua County
Young men involved with the 13th edition of the Manhood Youth Development Program were honored and received words of wisdom during a ceremony on Sunday. Held at Santa Fe College’s Blount Center in downtown Gainseville, the theme was "Past, Present and Future: From Boys to Men." "We needed to reach back to help these...
Alachua County realtor Terry Martin-Back completes treatment court program, charges dropped
Terry Martin-Back has successfully completed the Veterans Treatment Court program resulting in the dismissal of charges for threats madein 2022against Gainesville city commissioners. Court documents, including the Veterans Treatment Court Notice of Completion, confirm Martin-Back's successful participation and completion of the intensive rehabilitation program. This marks the conclusion of a...
SHERIFF'S OFFICE IN CLAY COUNTY, FLORIDA ASKS PUBLIC FOR HELP IN BRINGING A FUGITIVE TO JUSTICE
CLAY COUNTY, FL - Sheriff Michelle Cook reports that: We are searching for Jillian Kimberly Miranda, a wanted fugitive. She is 42 years of age, weighing about 100 pounds, is 5 feet tall with brown hair and blue eyes. Jillian Kimberly Miranda is wanted for writ of bodily attachment for:
Traveling democracy exhibit debuts at Matheson History Museum
Echoes of American democracy reverberated through the halls of the Matheson History Museum on Saturday. From vintage campaign souvenirs to interactive displays, the "Voices and Votes: Democracy in America" exhibit brought national and local political heritage to life. The exhibit, created in partnership with the Smithsonian’s Museum on Main Street...
Meet the School Board of Alachua County District 4 candidate: A Q&A with Leanetta McNealy
Leanetta McNealy is the incumbent candidate for Alachua County School Board District 4 and will face Lew Welge in the Aug. 20 primary election. Q: What, in your opinion, is (are) the most prominent challenge(s) facing Alachua County schools? How do you think you can help change this?. A: We...
One Community Family Resource Center holds launch event for new building
On a hot Sunday afternoon, families of East Gainesville gathered for free food, music and a back-to-school backpack giveaway to celebrate the launch of the One Community Family Resource Center. The resource center was formed after surveys conducted within the community presented needs across five different social disparities — social...
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