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Unlock the Best Black Friday Deals Without Breaking the Bank

Learn how to shop like a pro this Black Friday with smart strategies and tips to snag the best deals while avoiding overspending.

Rivals LIVE: Latest news, buzz surrounding huge recruiting weekend

John Garcia Jr., Adam Gorney, Greg Smith and Sam Spiegelman share the recruiting latest buzz throughout the weekend.

Sexual predator, mother of child victim sentenced to prison

Davis also sentenced the mother of the victim, Kate Murray, 42, to 10 years in prison for aggravated child neglect and failure to report suspected child abuse, abandonment or neglect. Mainstreet does not have a paywall, but pavement-pounding journalism is not free. Join your neighbors who make this vital work possible.

Flipping the script: Florida football looking to break recent Kentucky curse at The Swamp

In 2022, former Florida quarterback Anthony Richardson threw a pick six in the second half against Kentucky, which proved crucial in UF's 26-16 loss to the Wildcats at The Swamp.

Discussing St. Johns River rising with Seminole County

FOX 35's Amy Kaufeldt spoke with Chief Administrator for the Seminole County Office of Emergency Management, Alan Harris, about the rising of the St. Johns River. This could potential cause major flooding and the county is preparing.

Stadium deal approved, Shad Khan, Mark Lamping offer insight into what’s next

Where team will play in 2027, Four Seasons progress and the fate of an entertainment complex among topics discussed: “We want that to be the jewel in the Jacksonville crown,” Jaguars owner says.

Local venture capital fund invests in early-stage companies and offers educational programs around Gainesville

One of these opportunities is the Gainesville Innovation Summit at UF bringing together founders of startups, investors and tech leaders to share insights and network.

Forget about hurricanes for a moment. Was there an earthquake off Florida?

In every previous instance where the U.S. Geological Survey lists an "earthquake" off Florida's Atlantic coast, dating back to 1900, all but one previous event was a massive explosion set by the U.S. Navy to test the seaworthiness of its new ships against underwater mines.

Department of Energy awards $47 million to Gainesville’s utility

The U.S. Department of Energy awarded Gainesville Regional Utilities (GRU) a $47.5 million grant to strengthen the electric grid and support workforce development, as announced by President Joe Biden on Sunday.

Accountant reveals the extent of Archer’s financial crisis

Archer’s account specialist, Cindy Thomas, manages the city’s financial records. Her responsibilities include tracking payments, maintaining financial records and ensuring Archer’s accounting is accurate and organized.

Gainesville celebrates Indigenous Peoples’ Day at City Hall Plaza

The city of Gainesville celebrated Indigenous Peoples’ Day on Monday with a ceremony outside City Hall that included singing, a presentation of gifts and a proclamation. The ceremony happened at the historical marker installed three years ago in honor of indigenous people who lived in the Alachua County area for hundreds of years.

DJ Lagway's time arrives early at Florida, but is too late to save Billy Napier?

Billy Napier landed DJ Lagway. Now, the embattled coach is putting his future in the hands of the 5-star freshman.

DeSantis-backed report accuses abortion amendment backers of signature gathering fraud

Gov. Ron DeSantis' elections' chief released a report raising questions about validity of abortion rights amendment petition signatures.

Florida quarterback Mertz’s season over due to knee injury

Coach Billy Napier announced Monday that Mertz tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee during a 23-17 overtime loss Saturday at Tennessee. Napier said the former Wisconsin starting quarterback will have surgery next week.

Ethics complaint accuses Bielarski of misusing funds for election

Sent to the Florida Commission on Ethics, the complaint says Bielarski violated state law by using GRU funds to inform voters about the upcoming Gainesville referendum. Mermer points to bill inserts, emails to customers and social media posts as backing.

Ethics complaint alleges GRU's Bielarski using ratepayer money to push back on referendum

Bielarski told The Sun on Monday that Gainesville Regional Utilities is obligated to educate the public on matters that impact the utility.

Future is now: NFL owners will vote Tuesday on new stadium for Jaguars

The Stadium of the Future faces its final challenge this week in Atlanta as NFL owners vote on Jacksonville’s $1.4 billion package on a new home for the Jaguars.

Graham Mertz posts heartfelt message to Florida fans after season-ending injury

Graham Mertz is out for the season with a knee injury, and he went to social media to thank the Florida fans for their support.

Florida football tickets vs Kentucky: Best prices for remaining available seats

Last season, Florida beat Vanderbilt 38-14 on Homecoming and is 29-5 in its last 34 Homecoming games. SEE FLORIDA FOOTBALL TICKET PRICES FOR EVERY GAME THIS SEASON. Here's a look

Alachua County weathers two hurricanes in two weeks, resumes recovery

The short-lived reprieve from Hurricane Helene came to a sudden stop when Milton swept through Alachua County. The hurricane ended hopes for a return to normalcy, forcing students and locals into a second scramble before the approaching storm.

Hurricane season and a new Florida law leave homeless with few options; shelters open in response

Hurricane Milton triggered large evacuations across Florida, but those who chose to stay were left with two options: seek shelter or retreat to their homes.

From the pulpit, Harris calls out Trump for hurricane misinformation. Biden surveys Florida's damage

The vice president spoke at Koinonia Christian Center about the “heroes” all around who are helping residents without regard to political affiliation.

Biden surveys Milton damage; Florida power will be restored by Tuesday: Updates

President Joe Biden will visit Florida communities devastated by Hurricane Milton as the state deals with power outages and persistent flooding.

Gov. Ivey deploys Transportation workers to Florida, Public Health support team to N.C.

The ALDOT crew deployed to Florida on Saturday, Oct. 12, and arrived in Gainesville at an equipment staging area. Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) coordinated the ALDOT crew’s assignments to affected areas, and ALDOT will be operating with ...

Florida offering residents 10 free gallons of gas, Governor DeSantis announces state-run fuel sites

Governor Ron DeSantis held a news conference from Plant City on Saturday to discuss Hurricane Milton's recovery efforts underway in Florida.

Florida football injury update: Billy Napier updates status of QB Graham Mertz, RB Montrell Johnson Jr.

KNOXVILLE, Tenn, Florida football quarterback Graham Mertz suffered a lower leg injury on Saturday night after throwing a 13-yard TD pass on Saturday against No. 13 Tennessee. Mertz was taken into the injury tent following the TD throw and was replaced by Florida Gators freshman quarterback DJ Lagway on the following series.

'It's a punch in the gut' Florida football laments missed chances in loss to Vols

Florida football had a chance for a statement win at No. 9 Tennessee but mistakes were costly in an OT loss to the Vols

Biden to announce over $600M in Florida resiliency projects following hurricanes

President Joe Biden will travel on Sunday to Florida areas ravaged by the back-to-back hurricanes, and announce federal funding for projects to strengthen the electrical grid, according to the White House.

President Biden announces $47M in federal funds for Gainesville Regional Utilities

President Joseph Biden is traveling to St. Petersburg Sunday to visit areas that suffered damage during Hurricane Milton and Hurricane Helene. During the visit, he will formally announce $94 million in funding to Florida utilities for Department of Energy projects to help improve the electric grid for future storms.

Power outage tracker: How many Tampa Bay area residents are still in the dark?

Hurricane Milton left behind a path of destruction across the Tampa Bay area after making landfall in Siesta Key Wednesday evening. Many residents are still experiencing power outages, but lineworkers from across the country are working to turn the lights back on.

The Athletic picks Florida to cover spread as underdogs at Tennessee

“Florida’s defense has allowed nearly 400 yards per game so this could be a classic get-right game for Iamaleava and Tennessee,” Santaromita wrote. “There is more hope in Gainesville after the 3-2 Gators picked up wins by multiple scores against ...

Newberry eyes district title vs Bradford in 'small town, high school football' showdown

One of the most highly anticipated games of the season kicks off tonight as Newberry hosts Bradford. For the Panthers, the game represents a chance to show they belong.

State Contenders: Newberry's defensive line smothers Bradford in stunner for district title

Newberry's defensive line, with an Ohio State and Miami commit, waited all season to make a statement. In the cool Friday night air, the Panthers made one vs. Bradford.

Florida QB DJ Lagway releases Hurricane Milton relief trading card

The trading card industry has boomed in recent years, and Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway is taking advantage of the hobby's surge in popularity to do some good following the latest natural disaster to hit the Sunshine State.

Buchholz-Gainesville High game called off midway through due to rain, will resume Monday

Saturday was wasn't an option due to the condition of the field and the lack of Alachua County Sheriff and Gainesville Police Department presence due to the Florida-UCF game Saturday night at The Swamp. That meant it had to be finished Monday. Brooks said ...

Friday highlights: Lee Co. ends state’s longest win streak; Milton handles Gainesville

Lee County ended the state’s longest winning streaks, and Milton, Valdosta, Ware County and North Oconee won critical region matchups in high school football Friday night.