NewsState attorney: Lawmakers must act on starting salaries J.C. Derrick Oct 30, 20232 commentsKramer calls for 50% increase in assistant state attorney minimum.
Government + PoliticsGainesville takes next step to redevelop Eastside sports center Seth Johnson Oct 27, 20234 commentsMany steps, votes remain.
Government + PoliticsHigh Springs celebrates four new police officers, one’s retirement Seth Johnson Oct 27, 20231 commentK9 Cesar leaves after eight years.
Government + PoliticsNewberry begins to convert 1,300 acres from ag to planned development Glory Reitz Oct 26, 20230 commentsDevelopment could generate over 12,000 new residents.
Government + PoliticsGainesville finalizes open container ban with two special districts Seth Johnson Oct 26, 20233 commentsNew regulations to start Jan. 1.
Government + PoliticsGot potholes? New Alachua County map shows road renovations through 2032 Seth Johnson Oct 26, 20234 commentsCounty starts work with a tripled road budget.
Government + PoliticsClemons calls for Gainesville mayor to resign, Ward says ‘no’ Seth Johnson Oct 26, 20233 commentsRepresentative said a coverup is underway.
Government + PoliticsAlachua breaks ground on new wellfield Glory Reitz Oct 26, 20230 commentsProject to double city’s current water supply capacity.
Government + PoliticsLocal officials bring projects, concerns to state representatives Seth Johnson Oct 25, 20232 commentsAnnual legislative delegation meeting held at Santa Fe College.
NewsAlachua County delegation to meet at Santa Fe, discuss priorities Seth Johnson Oct 24, 20231 commentAnnual delegation meeting set for 1:30 p.m.
NewsNewberry to reevaluate solar regulations Glory Reitz Oct 24, 20231 commentSolar company’s land acquisition has sparked citizen concerns.
Government + PoliticsAnother lawsuit targets new Gainesville Regional Utilities Authority Seth Johnson Oct 23, 20235 commentsLawsuit names city of Gainesville, mayor as defendants.
Government + PoliticsJLAC rule nullifies state investigation into Gainesville bond delay Seth Johnson Oct 23, 20233 commentsLawmakers failed to pass motion despite 6-4 vote.
Government + PoliticsGainesville commission approves $15K cut to manager’s salary Seth Johnson Oct 20, 20231 commentItem was pulled from consent for discussion.
Government + PoliticsGainesville commission honors Chief Jones, remembers Dylan Roberts Seth Johnson Oct 19, 20231 commentCity also approves sale of old RTS station.
NewsLawmakers vote to open probe into Gainesville bond delay Seth Johnson Oct 18, 20234 commentsDelay resulted in an extra $2.9 million cost to city.
Government + PoliticsStudy: Alachua County arts, culture generates more than $189 million Seth Johnson Oct 18, 20230 commentsAlachua County took part in a nationwide study with 353 participants.
News5 candidates to run for Clemons’ seat in Florida House Seth Johnson Oct 17, 20233 commentsFour of five candidates are Gainesville residents.
Government + PoliticsGainesville PRCA Department receives perfect accreditation score Staff Reports Oct 16, 20230 commentsDepartment achieved all 154 reaccreditation standards.
Local LivingFDOT to host two Waldo Road resurfacing project meetings Staff Reports Oct 11, 20231 commentPublic events to focus on proposed improvements for State Road 24.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County moves forward on new parking garage, special study Seth Johnson Oct 10, 20232 commentsCommission also discusses legislative priorities.
Government + PoliticsGainesville reviews updated Florida audit with 12 findings completed Seth Johnson Oct 9, 20233 commentsState conducted an 18-month review of 2022 audit.
Government + PoliticsMember withdraws from GRU Authority Seth Johnson Oct 6, 20231 commentOfficials dispute member residency requirements
Government + PoliticsHigh Springs, Williston receive $700K from development grant Staff Reports Oct 6, 20231 commentDeSantis awards over $8.7 million to nine rural Florida communities.