Government + PoliticsGRU Authority to search for permanent general manager Seth Johnson Dec 14, 20232 commentsAuthority also continues contract for new attorney, looks into auditor position.
Government + PoliticsGainesville commission OKs one item, punts another sent by GRU Authority Seth Johnson Dec 14, 20232 commentsDelay will tighten GRU turnaround for financial support extension.
Government + PoliticsNewberry approves future land use first reading for NC Ranch Glory Reitz Dec 13, 20233 commentsCommission also approved text amendment to comprehensive plan.
EducationFlorida grant awards $5M to expand teacher apprenticeships Staff Reports Dec 13, 20231 commentFunds to provide 200 participants a no-cost pathway to become a teacher.
Government + PoliticsAlachua sheriff notes issues with new jail phone system Seth Johnson Dec 12, 20233 commentsJail transitioned to three, free 15-minute calls per day.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County votes to create medical examiner’s office apart from UF Seth Johnson Dec 12, 20231 commentDecision comes while facing time pressure and without set plan.
NewsCivil Rights activist, community leader, honored with street name designation Megan V. Winslow Dec 12, 20231 commentCity of Gainesville unveils signs for late Charles Chestnut III.
Government + PoliticsGainesville renames portion of 8th Avenue in honor of Charles Chestnut III Seth Johnson Dec 8, 20231 commentRoad section passes historic Chestnut Funeral Home.
NewsGainesville switches Boltin Center plan amid activist delays Seth Johnson Dec 7, 20230 commentsCommission allocates $1.5 million to repair facility.
Government + PoliticsGainesville commission picks Mhere as new city auditor Seth Johnson Dec 7, 20231 commentFinalized contract to return next week.
Government + PoliticsGRU Authority supports general manager, denies motion to fire Seth Johnson Dec 7, 20235 commentsAuthority also votes to move forward with interim attorney.
Government + PoliticsLevy County approves ordinance updates Glory Reitz Dec 6, 20230 commentsCounty may also consider bringing back ag deputy.
Government + PoliticsCitizen outcry pauses Levy County action on sand mine Glory Reitz Dec 6, 20235 commentsCommission tables item until Feb. 6 meeting.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County Commission votes on procurement plan, hunting Seth Johnson Dec 6, 20230 commentsCommissioners also look to limit trailer trucks on certain roads.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County increases impact fees, adds new fee in latest version Seth Johnson Dec 4, 20234 commentsMobility fee has been reconfigured.
EducationGainesville civil rights leader Charles Chestnut III dies at 83 Seth Johnson Dec 4, 20232 commentsChestnut served on Alachua County Commission and school board.
NewsGainesville Regional Utilities lowers fuel cost rate by 5 mills Seth Johnson Dec 1, 20235 commentsNew rate marks the fourth reduction in 2023.
Government + PoliticsHigh Springs OKs fire prevention contract, city manager search Seth Johnson Nov 29, 20230 commentsCommission decides to table discussion of city attorney.
Government + PoliticsHigh Springs passes preliminary vote to increase water, sewer rates Seth Johnson Nov 29, 20230 commentsSolid waste rates also impacted.
Government + PoliticsNewberry to send letter to School Board of Alachua County Glory Reitz Nov 28, 20233 commentsCommission also received presentation on 750-acre solar farm in early stages.
Government + PoliticsGainesville commissioners interview three city auditor finalists Seth Johnson Nov 28, 20232 commentsFinal vote could come in December.
FeaturedAlachua passes first reading of land development regulation amendments Glory Reitz Nov 28, 20231 commentStaff to clarify language about tree mitigation regulations.
FeaturedNewberry mayor says EPA results are not cause for concern Glory Reitz Nov 27, 20233 commentsCity tests water daily, EPA waited four months to flag results.
EducationPalm Breeze moves past Reichert House and toward new charter school Seth Johnson Nov 22, 20234 commentsNonprofit looks to shift mission on former youth academy.