Yesterday, August 4, the Alachua County School Board had a county meeting where they discussed the possibility of pushing back the reopening of schools to August 31. In the meeting, concerned callers expressed why they thought children and staff should… read more
The Alachua County Cares Act is for COVID-19 aid and economic assistance. Alachua County has received $46.9 million in federal aid from the Federal CARES Act. This money will be allocated to six main categories, including individual assistance and small… read more
Today is Harry Potter's birthday! If your kiddos, or you, are lovers of Happy Potter, then we have exciting news. The Wizarding World, the official fan page hub of Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts, started a 'Harry Potter at Home'… read more
Chabad UF (Jewish Gator) is partnering with Simply Fresh and Farmers to Families to provide locals with free fruits and vegetables with their Drive-Thru Food Distribution program today, July 30, from 3-6 p.m. According to Chabad UF's Facebook page, the… read more
The Alachua Police Department will present the Drive-Thru Backpack Giveaway this Saturday, August 1, from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Families will receive free school supplies, backpacks and lunch! This Drive-Thru Backpack Giveaway will take place at Alachua Elementary School,… read more
If you have ever stayed at a DoubleTree by Hilton, you know that the best part of your stay isn't the fresh linens, free wifi or room service — it's the cookies. And, lucky for us, the DoubleTree Signature Cookie… read more
This year, the Florida 2020 Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday will take place from Friday, August 7, to Sunday, August 9! This sales tax holiday allows you to purchase qualifying items exempt from tax. These items include school supplies, clothing, shoes… read more
Zappos Adaptive is an experience created by Zappos.com that offers functional products for people of all abilities to make it easier to get dressed. The Single and Different Size Shoes Test Program will allow buyers to purchase one shoe or… read more
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) has announced some new guidelines regarding cleanliness and safety for their guests during COVID-19. They have released a “Safe Stay Guest Checklist” to help guests and staff safe. This AHLA’s Safe Stay guidelines… read more
Your Choice Fresh Food & Nutrition Services along with Alachua County Food & Nutrition Services have been providing children with free meals all summer long. The last day for the summer meals program has been extended to August 6. These… read more
