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International Fraud Awareness Week, established in 2000 by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, is a global initiative held each November to raise awareness about fraud risks. During this weeklong campaign, the Office of the City Auditor encourages Gainesville’s community builders and neighbors to work together to detect and prevent fraud. Preventing fraud is critical...

The City of Newberry has announced Harvest Singularity Holding Co. as the first private sector company to enter the F-300 AgFoodTech Innovation Park. The company is investing $66 million to construct a 100% controlled environment, industrial hydroponic greenhouse in Newberry’s Ag-Tech Park. The greenhouse is projected to produce over 3 tons of leafy greens daily....

First Federal Bank has announced that President and CEO John Medina has been named one of Florida Trend’s Florida 500, recognizing the state’s most influential leaders. Honorees are selected not only for their professional achievements, but for their demonstrated impact beyond their companies; through community service, philanthropy, and leadership that sets the standard across their...

HCA Florida North Florida Hospital has announced the appointment of Alex Gumiroff, MD, MBA, FACOG, as chief medical officer for the 523-bed HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, its affiliated freestanding emergency rooms: HCA Florida Gainesville Emergency, HCA Florida Millhopper Emergency, HCA Florida West End Emergency and HCA Florida Starke Emergency, and its outpatient centers. Dr....

Butler Enterprises has announced lululemon has opened at Butler Town Center. This new location at Butler Shopping Center District is over 4,800 square feet. This newest lululemon location brings their retail presence to over 30 locations in the State of Florida. They provide technical athletic and work-ready apparel and accessories for men and women. Store...

The City of Newberry is welcoming a groundbreaking addition to its growing AgFoodTech ecosystem. Harvest Singularity Holding Co. has announced a $66 million investment to build a 325,000-square-foot industrial hydroponic greenhouse, the first private sector project to break ground in Newberry’s F-300 AgFoodTech Innovation Park. The new facility will mark a major milestone for Florida...

Consumer sentiment in Florida declined for the fourth consecutive month in October, falling one point to 78.3 from a revised September reading of 79.3. Similarly, national sentiment declined 1.5 points. “Consumer confidence among Floridians continues to decline, largely due to more pessimistic views about their personal finances and the national economic outlook,” said Hector H....

​In recognition of the rising food insecurity facing thousands of residents across our community due to the ongoing federal government shutdown and the interruption of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, the Alachua County Commission is taking action to provide support. During Tuesday’s meeting, the commission approved a combined $200,000 to support local families in...

The Gainesville City Commission approved allocating $100,000 at its Nov. 6 meeting to Bread of the Mighty Food Bank, a regional food distribution hub serving Alachua County and surrounding areas.  The support comes as the ongoing federal government shutdown has interrupted Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for low-income families. “We have about 12,000 residents...

Alachua County has announced that it has secured the 2027 World Masters Athletics (WMA) Indoor Championships to be held at the Alachua County Sports and Events Center and West End Park. Building on the success of the 2025 championships, this prestigious international event will once again bring elite masters athletes and visitors from around the...