Newberry, BOCC to discuss meat processing facility
Interlocal agreement expected to be voted on in April.
GNV audit finds some issues with purchasing cards
City manager has reduced the number of employees with cards
Alachua BOCC backs clean water amendment
Amendment organizers hope to collect more than 900,000 signatures statewide.
BOCC reconsiders but doesn’t change housing vote
Opposition from neighbors kept the BOCC from altering its path.
County pledges $350,000 to early learning center
BOCC’s award from ARPA funds matches Gainesville grant.
UF’s Harn Museum now open every Thursday evening
Private donation allowed art museum to expand its hours, offerings.
City commissioners hit BOCC on housing decision
City says it won’t finance a new location for affordable housing project.
Gainesville ready to submit late audit to state
Auditors also suggest changes to RTS, public records procedures.
City to examine potential changes to K-9 unit
Community comments for 3 hours on policing, policies.
Assistant state attorney wins open judicial seat
Brewer wins lopsided victory, taking more than 80% of the vote in five counties.
Incumbents look to retain county commission posts
Infrastructure improvements and fiscal responsibility are top issues among candidates
Early voting turnout reaches 30%
Ballot measures and multiple local contests to be decided Tuesday.
Commission will take final action Monday on zoning
Gainesville Neighborhood Voices plans City Hall “speak out” rally.
BOCC issues non-mandatory evacuation order
City discusses potential impact of Hurricane Ian at town hall meeting
Gainesville to resume sandbag events Wednesday
Pre-filled and make-your-own locations open at 8 a.m.
GNV offers prefilled and make-your-own sandbags
City residents can pick up or fill up 10 bags Tuesday.
Poe: GNV zoning changes will get second vote
Mayor says city is moving forward despite state comments.
State wants Gainesville to shelve zoning changes
State calls on city to withdraw amendment or face potential challenge.
Eastman wins city seat, 2 others go to runoffs
November election will decide remaining commissioners.
August election brimming with local races
Voters need to check registration info before heading to polls.
Local election timing could alter outcomes
City sought to increase turnout but may get surprises too.
Newberry approves plat for new development
Commission also authorizes contract for City Hall designs.
GNV votes to keep part of Streatery pedestrian-only
Commission looks for options to balance restaurant needs with neighborhood.