Independence Day is right around the corner – it's time to show our U.S. pride and celebrate our country. With that being said, here are all the fun Fourth of July events happening in Gainesville this year! Gainesville Fourth of… read more
Julia Bauer
You Don’t Want to Miss this Early Learning Coalition Giveaway!
The Early Learning Coalition of Alachua County is hosting a backpack and school supplies giveaway Saturday, July 13 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.! About the Early Learning Coalition Giveaway Pre-registration is required to participate and access the giveaway location.… read more
Dance Alive National Ballet Opens Auditions for Its 59th Season
The Dance Alive National Ballet (DANB) is opening auditions for dancers ages 7 to 18 for its 59th season! Auditions for DANB, "The Nutcracker" and the DANB youth group called Next Generation will take place Saturday, August 24, from 12:30… read more
Congratulations to the Winner of Our Ultimate Mother’s Day Giveaway!
Congratulations to Samantha Ream, the winner of our Ultimate Mother's Day Basket Giveaway! And a big thank you to our sponsors! Our sponsors: ReQuest Physical Therapy Yoga Pod Beauty Lounge & Co. The Home Place Pure Aesthetics Momentum Rehab and… read more
When Should Your Child Do Their Own Laundry?
Do you remember when you started doing your own laundry? Did you learn in middle school? Or did you figure it out on your own once you moved out of the house? Figuring out when a child should start doing… read more
Check Out These Mother’s Day Freebies and Events!
While we should demonstrate appreciation for our moms every day, May 12 calls for a little extra. Make the most out of this Mother's Day by taking advantage of all these Mother's Day freebies and events! 1. Mother's Day Brunch… read more
Deals for Teacher Appreciation Week
Teachers are the backbone of society and are responsible for shaping the minds of the future. This is no easy task, which is why we celebrate National Teacher Day May 7 and honor teachers this entire week with Teacher Appreciation… read more
School Calendars Updated After ACPS Selected for Year-Round School Pilot Program
School Calendar Updates Metcalfe Elementary School will no longer follow the year-round school pilot program calendar. "The Florida Department of Education has approved the district’s request to keep Metcalfe Elementary School on a traditional 10-month calendar while moving forward with… read more
BHS Math Team Headed to Nationals after 16th Statewide Win in 19 Years
The Buchholz High School (BHS) math team just won the statewide Mu Alpha Theta Competition – a very impressive 16th statewide win in the last 19 years. They take on the national competition in July. This weekend, the team brought… read more
Results of the Newberry Charter School Conversion Proposal
Newberry Elementary School, Oak View Middle School and Newberry High School have all rejected the charter school conversion proposal. Newberry Mayor Jordan Marlowe challenged the Newberry Elementary results because of a discrepancy in the voting rules. However, as of May… read more
