01/14/2021
01/14/2021
Local News for Gainesville, Florida
01/14/2021
01/14/2021
Gainesville Police: With the recent cold …
With the recent cold front and freezing conditions in Gainesville, GPD midnight shift officers organized a cold weather clothing distribution to local elementary schools. Officers delivered approximately 40 children’s jackets to Williams, Rawlings, Metcalfe, Duval, Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/14/2021
Alachua County Library Dist.: Questions about #Medicare Virtual …
Questions about #Medicare? Virtual Medicare counseling sessions with the @FloridaSHINE Program (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) are available courtesy of @ElderOptionsNCF through our Cone Park Branch! Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/14/2021
Gainesville High School: GHS Boys Soccer defeated …
GHS Boys Soccer defeated Eastside 1-0 tonight at Citizens Field. Hurricanes play Santa Fe in the finals of the Alachua County Cup on Friday for the county championship. @ThePrepZone @scottlapeer @Kevin_WCJB @ByCoreyDavis Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/14/2021
Gainesville High School: Congratulations to the GHS …
Congratulations to the GHS Girls Soccer team who defeated Ocala Vanguard 1-0 tonight out in Jonesville. @ThePrepZone @scottlapeer @ByCoreyDavis Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/13/2021
Alachua County Library Dist.: Our Board of Trustees …
Our Board of Trustees helps shape #library policy and plans. #AlachuaCounty residents can apply now for two vacancies. Applications are available at all 12 locations and . They are due to our Admin Office at 401 E. University Ave. by 5 p.m. Feb. 5. Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/13/2021
Gainesville Police: Thank you to the …
Thank you to the anonymous neighbor who paid for the GPD Negotiations Team’s lunch today at Piesanos (13th Street/University Avenue). We really appreciate this generous act and want to thank you for your support! Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/13/2021
Alachua County Public Schools: The feds have renewed …
The feds have renewed funding for the 21st Century after-school/summer programs at Metcalfe, Lake Forest, Idylwild, Irby & Alachua elementaries. We’ll be restarting those programs 1/19. Interested families at those schools can contact the school directly. Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/13/2021
Alachua County: The County 2020 CARES …
The County 2020 CARES Act Program came to a close on Dec 30. For applicants with outstanding issues, the County has established a new CARES Help Desk at 352-337-6151 or careshelp@alachuacounty.us. The help desk is available Mon – Fri from 8:30 am to 5 pm, beginning Thurs, Jan 7 Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/13/2021
Gainesville Chamber of Commerce: Thursday, January 21, Michael …
Thursday, January 21, Michael Chung of the SBDC will be partnering with the Greater Gainesville Chamber to provide info on the 2021 updates to the PPP and answer questions during a webinar. Register here: Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/13/2021
City of Gainesville, FL – Government: (1/2) City officials anticipate …
(1/2) City officials anticipate severe weather conditions, incl. temperatures below 45 degrees Fahrenheit during evening hours Tuesday, Jan. 12-Saturday, Jan. 16. The anticipated temperatures will lead to the activation of the city’s Cold Night Shelter (CNS) Program. @leefeldman Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/13/2021
City of Gainesville, FL – Government: (2/2) @sfh_gnv & @GRACE_GNV …
(2/2) @sfh_gnv & @GRACE_GNV provide CNS services to those needing shelter as long as overnight temperatures remain below 45 F. The CNS program providers serve additional persons needing shelter so that families and individuals desiring shelter will have a warm place to stay. Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/13/2021
Alachua County Sheriff: We are currently investigating …
We are currently investigating a 911 call received approximately 4:35 regarding a shooting. We currently have two individuals (juveniles) confirmed dead and one adult that was transported in very critical condition. At this time it appears to be a murder/suicide. Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/13/2021
City of Gainesville, FL – Government: Thank you for helping …
Thank you for helping us make Gainesville a better place to live, work & play! Neighbors submitted more than 2,200 completed service requests via myGNV in 2020 – an increase of 147% from 2019! Identifying and solving issues together is how we build a better future. @leefeldman Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/13/2021
Gainesville Police: Yesterday, in recognition of …
Yesterday, in recognition of Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, Chris Sims, Staci Sims, Liz Smock and Dr. Smock donated dinner for the Gainesville Police Department Alpha Night Shift. The officers of the GPD appreciate your kind gesture and support! Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/13/2021
City of Gainesville, FL – Government: “Traffic deaths & injuries are not inevitable. In 2021 America, this almost seems like a radical idea, but it’s not. Our roadways & walkways belong to all of us: drivers, pedestrians, cyclists & bystanders. We all have a right to use them w/o fearing for our lives.” @leefeldman …
“Traffic deaths & injuries are not inevitable. In 2021 America, this almost seems like a radical idea, but it’s not. Our roadways & walkways belong to all of us: drivers, pedestrians, cyclists & bystanders. We all have a right to use them w/o fearing for our lives.” @leefeldman Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/13/2021
Gainesville High School: Good luck to the …
Good luck to the Boys Basketball team who plays at Buchholz tonight. 9th at 4:30 PM, JV at 6 PM, and Varsity at 7:30 PM. Please bring your face coverings and practice social distancing. Go Canes! Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/13/2021
Gainesville Fire Rescue: Thx to GM Mark …
Thx to GM Mark and Lowe’s on Clark Butler Blvd for a donation of smoke alarms! Today, 3 of our neighbors homes are better protected. Do you need smoke alarms? Call 393-8461 #hearthebeepwhereyousleep #closebeforeyoudoze #E4E1E3 #communitypartnerships Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/13/2021
Gainesville High School: Congratulations to newly promoted …
Congratulations to newly promoted Sgt. Hutchinson! We are proud of you and thank you for your years of service as a Resource Officer at GHS. We are sad that the promotion means you are leaving us for another role in GPD, but we wish you nothing but the very best. Thank you! Read the article READ MORE.
01/12/2021
