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Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Harvest Singularity breaks ground on $69M hydroponic greenhouses in Newberry

City, state, and University of Florida officials gathered in Newberry to mark the start of construction on the first of two high-tech hydroponic greenhouses at the city’s AgFoodTech Innovation Park. The two planned facilities together represent more than $130 million in investment and are expected to bring hundreds of jobs to the region. Officials described the project as the largest private investment in Newberry’s recent history and part of the city’s push to become a hub for controlled-environment agriculture.

Sources: WCJB TV20 · Mainstreet Daily News

Ward’s Supermarket marks 75 years serving Gainesville

Ward’s Supermarket is celebrating its 75th anniversary, having first opened in 1951 as a fruit and vegetable stand started by owner Danielle Ward-Breeden’s great-grandfather. The family-run store has grown from an open-air stand into a full grocery, with its emphasis on locally sourced produce and attentive customer service credited for its longevity. Ward-Breeden says prices remain competitive with chain supermarkets, particularly on produce sourced directly from nearby farms.

Sources: WCJB TV20

In Brief

One Alachua County restaurant closed, three others fail health inspection — The Gainesville Sun
Gainesville’s original Sonny’s BBQ location adds drive-thru and interior updates — The Gainesville Sun

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