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As the fall semester gets underway, the City of Gainesville is working with the University of Florida (UF) to support the needs of students in and around campus. With city and campus law enforcement working simultaneously in slightly overlapping jurisdictions, the Gainesville Police Department (GPD) and University of Florida Police Department (UFPD) will continue to...

Butler Enterprises has announced  the iconic women’s clothing brand Victoria’s Secret has set its sights on a new location at the Butler Shopping Center District. This household named lingerie empire plans to open its doors in late fall 2025, offering shoppers a glamorous selection of sleepwear, activewear, undergarments, beauty products, and signature fragrances. The new...

James Moore & Co., P.L. has announced  the firm has once again been recognized by INSIDE Public Accounting (IPA) as one of the nation’s top 200 public accounting firms.  This is the 16th straight year that James Moore has made IPA’s annual list, with the firm moving up four spots from last year to land...

The City of Gainesville’s Regional Transit System (RTS) will implement several service adjustments this fall in response to decreased financial support from the University of Florida (UF). With its annual operating budget reduced by approximately 22% — from $12.7 million to $9.8 million going into fiscal year 2026—RTS has scaled back across multiple routes.  “It’s...

Exactech, a global medical technology leader, has announced the appointment of Richard J. Friedman, MD, FRCSC, as Chief Medical Officer (CMO). Dr. Friedman will focus on clinical and regulatory support, including product safety, surgeon education and medical guidance for product development. He will also be an expert resource for surgeon colleagues and patient education. Dr....

Quality Plumbing, a leader in residential and commercial plumbing solutions, has announced its “Ace for Pace” campaign. When the Florida Gators Volleyball team takes the court this season, each ace will mean more than just a point on the board.  Through “Ace for Pace”, Quality Plumbing will donate $20 for every ace the team serves...

Alachua County is proud to announce that its Mobile Response Team (MRT) has won the 2025 National Association of Counties (NACo) Achievement Award. This recognition celebrates innovative and impactful county government programs nationwide that improve services for residents, increase government efficiency, and enhance the quality of life in communities. The Alachua County Crisis Center has...

Alachua County Animal Resources invites the community to join in the annual Summer Lovin’ Adopt-A-Thon on Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Animal Resources shelter (3400 NE 53rd Ave., Gainesville). All adoption fees will be waived for the day, giving families the chance to bring home a new dog...

Siemens officially opened the doors to its new 30,000-square-foot office and warehouse on June 18, 2025, marking a major step forward in its regional growth and adding to the expanding roster of companies at San Felasco Tech City. The new facility enhances the company’s ability to serve clients and operate efficiently within North Central Florida...

Consumer sentiment among Floridians was largely unchanged in July, edging up one-tenth of a point to 83.9 from a revised June figure of 83.8. National consumer sentiment also rose slightly, increasing by 1.1 points. “Overall, sentiment remained essentially unchanged in July,” said Hector H. Sandoval, director of the Economic Analysis Program at the University of...