ElectionsLeague of Women Voters to host candidate forums in Alachua and Newberry Staff Reports Mar 23, 20260 commentsThe League of Women Voters of Alachua County (LWVAC) will host two candidate forums for the upcoming elections on April 14 in the cities of Newberry […]
BusinessGainesville’s downtown advisory board aims to reduce 22% storefront vacancy rate Seth Johnson Mar 19, 20266 commentsBoard considers tweaks to grant program.
EducationFlorida Legislature passes key education bills Nick Anschultz Mar 19, 20261 commentBills now await signature from governor.
Government + PoliticsHawthorne authorizes emergency wastewater repair, new veterans memorial Lillian Hamman Mar 18, 20260 commentsJune election qualifying period set for April 13-22.
Government + PoliticsDerrick: Research reveals public engagement decreasing in Florida J.C. Derrick Mar 17, 20263 commentsLack of printed public notice benefits developers.
Government + PoliticsHigh Springs to reconsider eliminating fire and police departments Lillian Hamman Mar 16, 20264 commentsCommissioner said city needs to stop “shell game.”
Government + PoliticsAlachua City Commission sends SBAC letter requesting rezoning vote delay Lillian Hamman Mar 11, 20261 commentCommission greenlights Hathcock Community Center demolition.
Government + PoliticsGRU Authority preemption passes the Florida Senate Seth Johnson Mar 11, 202615 commentsLegislation headed for governor’s desk.
NewsArcher Community Center renamed in honor of Roberta Lopez Lillian Hamman Mar 11, 20261 commentFriends of Archer board to spearhead fundraising for new signage.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County launches whistleblower investigation into animal shelter Seth Johnson Mar 10, 20265 commentsFormer staff claim mismanagement.
Government + PoliticsArcher city managers tackle internal forensic audit, build new budget Lillian Hamman Mar 10, 20260 commentsYears of incorrect IRS transactions and reporting procedures to resolve during ‘cleanup.’
EducationChildren’s Trust of Alachua County approves 2027-2030 strategic plan Nick Anschultz Mar 10, 20263 commentsBoard also gained new member at Monday meeting.
Government + PoliticsGainesville, Alachua County repeat delay request on school rezoning Seth Johnson Mar 9, 20266 commentsJoint meeting questioned aspects of school district’s plan.
ElectionsNewberry and Archer finalize candidates ahead of April 14 election Lillian Hamman Mar 5, 20260 commentsClark and Farnsworth run for final terms in office.
Government + PoliticsGainesville considers aid to Heartwood Soundstage after historic deficits Seth Johnson Mar 5, 20269 commentsManager to return with recommendation.
Government + PoliticsFlorida House approves amendment to keep GRU Authority despite opposition Seth Johnson Mar 3, 20269 commentsHouse rules waived to allow immediate passage.
Government + PoliticsHawthorne celebrates groundbreaking for new food bank, resource center Lillian Hamman Mar 3, 20260 commentsFacility with local and county services to open in August 2026.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County report outlines medical debt buyout for 31,000 residents Seth Johnson Mar 3, 20266 comments$30 million in local debt already purchased by nonprofit.
Government + PoliticsDeSantis announces 2 local judicial appointments Staff Reports Mar 3, 20260 commentsJudges named for Eighth Judicial Circuit Court and Alachua County Court.
Government + PoliticsGainesville plan board votes on “oopsies” from past development overlaps Seth Johnson Mar 2, 20264 commentsHistoric district buffer to come under close review.
Government + PoliticsFlorida Legislature to end GRU Authority tug-of-war with 24-word amendment Seth Johnson Feb 26, 202616 commentsGainesville mayor authorized to send letters to state leaders.
ElectionsWilliams, Menadier and Youmas to run for Alachua City Commission Seat 3 Lillian Hamman Feb 25, 20265 comments Incumbent Dayna Williams’ three-year term to be contested on April 14.
Government + PoliticsFort White dodges dissolution Lillian Hamman Feb 24, 20261 commentTown Council turns after public dissent and no ordinance.
Government + PoliticsGRU Authority to amend public comment procedures Seth Johnson Feb 23, 202614 commentsSignups would be required.