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
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Alachua Police Department Hosts Drive-Thru Backpack Giveaway
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
The Doubletree Signature Cookie Recipe Released For The First Time
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
Common Household Items to Pull and Pop Out Dents on Your Car!
It doesn’t matter whether you’re an avid car enthusiast or you simply see your vehicle as a means of transportation, it’s always frustrating when you find a small dent on your car. Thankfully, there are a plethora of DIY tricks… read more
The 2020 Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday Starts August 7
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 Launches ‘Single and Different Size Shoes Test Program’
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
Review AHLA’s ‘Safe Stay Guest Checklist’ for Hotels
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
Alachua County Schools’ Summer Meals Program is Extended to August 6
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
Join the COVID-Safe Stop the Violence/Back to School Rally on July 25
Students and families in Alachua County have been invited to a COVID-safe Stop the Violence/Back to School Rally this Saturday, July 25, at 9 a.m. This is the 21st year that the event will be held by the People Against… read more
Many Major Stores Have Decided to Require Face Masks
Face masks are required to be warn into businesses in Alachua County; however, not every county has the same policy. Recently, many major stores have taken matters into their own hands and decided to require face masks while shopping, regardless… read more