Halloween is a fun holiday that brings many different activities, festivals and, of course, trick-or-treating. As much fun as the holiday brings, remember there are important safety precautions to keep in mind during Halloween and share with your little ones… read more
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Boys & Girls Clubs Helps Local Young People Create Great Futures
There is no silver bullet to success. It takes an army of people, a safe environment, high-quality programs and unique experiences to level the playing field for our young people in Alachua County. Our Boys & Girls Clubs do whatever… read more
Snuggle Up and Watch a Movie From the Comfort of Your Car
Remember the scene in Grease where the T-Birds and the Pink Ladies meet up at the drive-in for a night out on the town? Now you and your friends (and family) can too! Drive-in theaters officially opened for business in… read more
2021 Fall Roundup
With cooler weather comes an abundance of activities to get outside and enjoy fall fun! Mark your calendar and enjoy North Florida festivals. Newberry Cornfield Maze Maze and hayride. Laugh by day, scream by night. WHEN: Friday, September 24 -… read more
Cade Museum’s Executive Director Named Top 50 International Museum Influencer
Stephanie Bailes, President and Executive Director of the Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention, was recently named one of the top museum influencers in 2021 by Blocoloop 50, an organization that recognizes the work of museums and theme parks with… read more
Local Teen Excels in Athletics, Academics and Attitude
Meet Delia Moises, a 16-year-old superstar who is as humble as she is accomplished. Delia is a CrossFit athlete who has achieved great things in the few years she has been competing. THE PATH TO FITNESS Up until sixth grade,… read more
A Ray of Light in the Darkness of Infant Loss
After seeing that little blue line on the pregnancy test, parents’ lives change forever. In the months that follow, expectant parents spend countless hours preparing and planning as well as daydreaming about the future with their child. While nobody can… read more
Family Fishing Days Returns August 21
The educational program Fishing for Success resumes the popular Family FIshing Days starting August 21. This program, run by the UF/IFAS School of Forest, Fisheries, and Geomatics Sciences, offers an opportunity for families to fish together in the University of… read more
Meet Our Local Mompreneurs
Photos by Indigo & Co Photography | Makeup by Kara Winslow Being a mom is a full-time job all on its own, but that has not stopped five local moms from pursuing their career goals and opening their own businesses.… read more
Annual Back to School Rally Focuses on Reducing Gun Violence
People Against Violence Enterprises (PAVE) is organizing the 22nd annual Stop the Violence/ Back to School Rally for Alachua County children and their families. This year’s rally will take place on Saturday, July 31 from 10 a.m. to noon at… read more