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This Florida Town Is So Cheap, You Can Live On Nothing But Social Security

There’s a town in Florida where your Social Security check doesn’t just cover the basics, it actually covers everything, and that town is Trenton. Tucked into Gilchrist County in North Central Florida, this quiet little place is doing something that most of the state has completely forgotten how to do, and that’s staying genuinely, wonderfully affordable.

Gilchrist County, FL · 4d

Alachua Chronicle

Gainesville celebrates grand opening of The Streatery

The two-block section of Southwest First Avenue, west of South Main Street, has been transformed into an ADA-accessible, curbless street for hosting festivals, markets, and other community events. The post Gainesville celebrates grand opening of The Streatery appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .

Alachua Chronicle

Alachua County Property Appraiser’s Office responds to passage of Amendment 3

The Alachua County Property Appraiser's Office provides information on Amendment 3 The post Alachua County Property Appraiser’s Office responds to passage of Amendment 3 appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .

Alachua County, FL · 4h

WCJB

Gainesville to activate cold night shelters as temperatures drop

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) — Gainesville city leaders will activate their cold night shelter locations because of a drop in temperatures later this week. Officials said Grace Marketplace will provide services to single adults starting Friday. The MLK Jr. Multi-Purpose Center will serve families with children under 18. St. Francis...

Gainesville, FL · 2d

Independent Florida Alligator

East Gainesville community forum sparks discussion on racial disparities

A crowd of about 100 people gathered at Greater Bethel AME Church in East Gainesville Thursday evening for a community forum discussing Alachua’s racial literacy gap amid the school board’s ongoing search for a new superintendent. The roughly two-hour forum concluded with organizers acknowledging the need for further discussion.

Alachua County, FL · 3d

alachuacounty.us

Alachua County to Hold Groundbreaking Ceremony for New Civil Courthouse

Alachua County invites the public to a groundbreaking ceremony for the new civil courthouse. The event will take place on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2026, at 9 a.m. at the construction site (220 S. Main St., Gainesville). Parking is available in the grass lot just south of the project along Southwest Fourth Ave., as well as in the nearby southwest downtown parking garage and surrounding on-street spaces.

Alachua, FL · 18h

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Alachua County approves changes to West End Planned Development

Alachua County purchased 75 acres of the former West End Golf Course in May 2024 for $3.8 million to develop it into a community park. The West End Planned Development amendments change the property use from golf course to community park and allow various recreational activities. Commissioner Marihelen Wheeler was...

Alachua County, FL · 1d

USA TODAY Sports Media Group

Florida announces major naming-rights deal for O'Connell Center

Florida has announced a new corporate partnership that will rename the basketball arena inside the Stephen O. O'Connell Center. The university will expand commercial and name, image and likeness opportunities across Gators athletics. The history-making deal helps UF continue to invest heavily in athletics facilities. Exact financial terms have not been disclosed, but the Orlando Sentinel reports it as the most lucrative naming-rights deal in college sports history. Exactech Arena will become Tower Hill Arena, following the agreement between the University Athletic Association and Tower Hill Insurance. The contract runs through June 30, 2031, with an option to extend through June 2036. Men's basketball, women's basketball, volleyball and gymnastics will compete in the venue. The partnership includes potential student-athlete NIL activations, digital advertising, hospitality and VIP experiences. While the teams play their games at Donald R. Dizney Stadium, Tower Hill will provide dedicated support for the Florida men's and women's soccer programs. Exactech's 10-year agreement was worth $5.9 million and expired in 2026. Tower Hill has maintained a presence in Gainesville since 1980. Follow us @GatorsWire on X, formerly known as Twitter, as well as Bluesky , and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Florida Gators

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The Gainesville Sun

Downtown Art Show, Tom Petty Weekend highlight Gainesville events

THIS WEEK Downtown Festival & Art Show The 45th Annual Downtown Festival & Art Show returns to downtown Gainesville Nov. 14-15 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., featuring more than 200 local and national artists offering paintings, sculptures, jewelry, ceramics and other works for purchase. The festival also features live music on four stages, dance and circus performances, food vendors, children's craft activities and community organization booths. The event is produced by the City of Gainesville Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs and funded in part by Visit Gainesville, Alachua County. For more information, visit gainesvilledowntownartfest.net . Exquisite Corpse Art-a-thon The Gainesville Fine Arts Association has unveiled 13 collaborative artworks at the GFAA Gallery, 1314 S. Main St. Created during a 72-hour fundraising marathon, each piece was divided among three artists who received 24 hours to complete their section without seeing the others’ contributions. The finished works will remain on view through Nov. 21, when bidding in the accompanying silent auction closes. Proceeds will support the participating artists and GFAA’s nonprofit programming. Admission is free. For more information or to support an artist, visit gainesvillefinearts.org/art-a-thon . DanceAbout Classes Dance Alive National Ballet will offer free DanceAbout classes in ballet, modern, jazz

WCJB

Trenton holds Veterans Day parade with floats, first responders

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) -Fire truck horns, waving American flags and cheering crowds filled the streets of Trenton on Wednesday for the city’s Veterans Day parade. Families cheered as the parade made its way through town. The parade was a chance for the community to come together and celebrate its veterans.

Trenton, FL · 1d

WCTV

Nutrien closure in White Springs to eliminate nearly 500 jobs, impact Hamilton County revenue

HAMILTON COUNTY, Fla. (WCTV) - After more than 60 years in business, Nutrien in White Springs is closing its doors next year. The closure of the facility is set to eliminate nearly 500 jobs and negatively impact Hamilton County’s finances. However, county leaders met Friday, two days after Nutrien’s...

Hamilton County, FL · 3d

WCJB

Vietnam veteran volunteers at Camp Blanding Museum to teach younger generations

As veterans across the country were honored Wednesday, one Vietnam veteran said it is important to make sure future generations understand the history behind that service.

WCJB

Columbia County Sheriff’s deputies collecting toys donations at high school football playoff games

LAKE CITY, Fla. (WCJB) - The Columbia High School Tigers and Fort White Indians are getting ready for Friday night’s playoffs, and we’ll have a full breakdown on TV20’s Sports Overtime. Meanwhile, sheriff’s deputies are preparing to collect toy donations at the game. Deputies are asking...

Columbia County, FL · 2d

Alachua Chronicle

Archer City Commission learns details of Thickets settlement

At the Nov. 9 meeting, the Archer City Commission heard the details of a settlement with Thickets, made some changes to City personnel policies, asked for revisions to the Willdan contract, and postponed the creation of Friends of Archer. The post Archer City Commission learns details of Thickets settlement appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .

Archer, FL · 1d

WCJB

Republican Chad Johnson files to run for District 22 seat in 2028

Republican Chad Johnson has filed to run again in two years for the District 22 seat Democrat Amy Trask won last week.

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Ocala Gazette

District scales back drought restrictions in North Florida

The St. Johns River Water Management District, which includes Marion County, is reminding residents that landscape irrigation is now limited to once per week during Eastern Standard Time and announcing a modification to water shortage restrictions in portions of its service area following improved drought conditions. Effective immediately, the district...

Marion County, FL · 1d

WCJB

Veterans Day events happening around North Central Florida

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Veterans Day events will be going on all around North Central Florida on Wednesday. Here are some events that will be going on. Marion County Public Schools 20th student-led event. Students and staff with Marion County Public Schools will host their 20th student-led event honoring veterans.

Marion County, FL · 1d

Alachua Chronicle

Alachua County Commission introduces new Assistant County Manager, asks for a track at Citizens Field, authorizes negotiations to purchase Old Terwilliger property

At the November 10 meeting, the Alachua County Commission introduced a new Assistant County Manager, approved a letter asking the School Board for a track at Citizens Field, and authorized the County Manager to begin negotiations to purchase the Old Terwilliger property from the School Board. The post Alachua County Commission introduces new Assistant County Manager, asks for a track at Citizens Field, authorizes negotiations to purchase Old Terwilliger property appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .

Alachua County, FL · 22h

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ABC North Florida Promotes Marygrace House to Reg VP | Dir Member Services

Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) North Florida is announced this week the promotion of Marygrace House to Regional Vice President | Director of Member Services. House is being recognized for her expanded leadership responsibilities and continued commitment to advancing the commercial construction industry throughout Florida’s Panhandle. Based in Pensacola,...

Pensacola, FL · 2d

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