Alachua passes first reading of business impact statement
Jan 9, 2024
Alachua Chamber also presented overview of plans for the city’s future.
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Alachua passes first reading of business impact statement
Alachua Chamber also presented overview of plans for the city’s future.
FDA approves Florida to import cheaper Canadian prescription drugs
Jan 5, 2024
Program will save state up to $180 million in first year.
Gainesville unveils webpage dedicated for new open-container restrictions
Jan 5, 2024
Webpage shows changes now in effect, answers frequently asked questions for patrons, business owners.
Gainesville OKs Magnolia Parke tweaks, settles charter officer positions
Jan 4, 2024
Charter officers receive exemplary reviews.
High Springs opts not to fill empty seat until election
Jan 4, 2024
Special election date not yet determined.
New High Springs commissioner resigns over new Florida law
Jan 2, 2024
Rush of resignations has come in other cities.
Ward reflects on first year, top issues for 2024
Dec 27, 2023
Gainesville mayor looks at Eastside development and Vision Zero among his 2024 priorities.
Gainesville City Commission confirms GRU Authority’s control over bonds
Dec 22, 2023
Bonds totaling $105 million set to expire in May.
Judge dismisses Gainesville residents’ lawsuit against DeSantis
Dec 22, 2023
Lawsuit challenged creation of GRU Authority.
Gainesville uses expanded surtax for first road project
Dec 21, 2023
Expanded surtax provides extra $8.7 million annually for infrastructure projects.
Gainesville sets special meeting over GRU request delayed last week
Dec 20, 2023
Item deals with $105 million in bonds.
DeSantis appoints Santa Fe College grad to Union County BOCC
Dec 18, 2023
Donna Jackson to fill in final 12 months of Ryan Perez’s term.
Live Oak, Columbia County to receive rural infrastructure funds
Dec 18, 2023
DeSantis awards more than $25 million to 16 rural communities.
Gainesville city manager warns of more budget cuts
Dec 15, 2023
Curry says city may not provide same support to local organizations.
GRU Authority to search for permanent general manager
Dec 14, 2023
Authority also continues contract for new attorney, looks into auditor position.
Gainesville commission OKs one item, punts another sent by GRU Authority
Dec 14, 2023
Delay will tighten GRU turnaround for financial support extension.
Newberry approves future land use first reading for NC Ranch
Dec 13, 2023
Commission also approved text amendment to comprehensive plan.
Florida grant awards $5M to expand teacher apprenticeships
Dec 13, 2023
Funds to provide 200 participants a no-cost pathway to become a teacher.
Alachua sheriff notes issues with new jail phone system
Dec 12, 2023
Jail transitioned to three, free 15-minute calls per day.
Alachua County votes to create medical examiner’s office apart from UF
Dec 12, 2023
Decision comes while facing time pressure and without set plan.
Civil Rights activist, community leader, honored with street name designation
Dec 12, 2023
City of Gainesville unveils signs for late Charles Chestnut III.
Gainesville renames portion of 8th Avenue in honor of Charles Chestnut III
Dec 8, 2023
Road section passes historic Chestnut Funeral Home.