Government + PoliticsWard, Bielarski draw contrasts in mayoral runoff Seth Johnson Aug 25, 2022GRU rates—and what to do about them—provide sharp contrast between candidates
EducationMcGraw recaptures school board seat Taryn Ashby, J.C. Derrick Aug 24, 2022Certain, Abbitt and Rockwell claim 3 other SBAC seats.
Government + PoliticsEastman wins city seat, 2 others go to runoffs Camille Broadway Aug 24, 2022November election will decide remaining commissioners.
Government + PoliticsWard, Bielarski to contend for mayor in runoff Seth Johnson Aug 24, 2022Crowded field forces runoff.
NewsCammack, Hawk, Wheeler win primary battles J.C. Derrick, C.J. Gish Aug 23, 2022Incumbent Chuck Clemons also fends off challenger
Government + PoliticsAugust election brimming with local races Camille Broadway Aug 22, 2022Voters need to check registration info before heading to polls.
Local NewsState awards Micanopy $3M for broadband J.C. Derrick Aug 22, 2022Fort White receives grant for sidewalk repair.
Local NewsTurnpike extension paused, coalition stays wary Seth Johnson Aug 19, 2022 Legislature-backed project opposed by locals.
Government + PoliticsLocal election timing could alter outcomes Camille Broadway Aug 18, 2022City sought to increase turnout but may get surprises too.
Local NewsFeds award ACT $7.85 million for conservation J.C. Derrick Aug 18, 2022Funds will add to $22 million raised from other sources.
Local NewsFuel costs push GRU bills higher Seth Johnson Aug 18, 2022High summer temps amplify the effects of natural gas prices.
Local NewsFederal judge dismisses McGraw lawsuit Seth Johnson Aug 16, 2022Decision comes week before voters will decide whether to send Diyonne McGraw back to school board.
NewsGainesville zoning changes sent to county, state Seth Johnson Aug 16, 2022City awaits feedback before scheduling a second reading.
NewsLake City hires new attorney, permanent manager Seth Johnson Aug 15, 2022City has lacked a permanent manager since June 2021.
Local NewsCandidates woo voters at ‘Souls to the Polls’ Taryn Ashby Aug 14, 2022Event aimed at motivating turnout for Aug. 23 elections
Government + PoliticsLocal cities receive development funds C.J. Gish Aug 12, 2022Archer, Keystone Heights awarded $46,000 each for economic development.
Government + PoliticsHigh Springs kickstarts draft mural ordinance Seth Johnson Aug 11, 2022Attorney, commissioner present different options.
Government + PoliticsEarly voting period opens on Saturday C.J. Gish Aug 11, 2022Alachua County residents can vote at seven locations for primary elections.
Government + PoliticsBOCC approves Duke Energy exception with warning Seth Johnson Aug 10, 2022After 8 months, approval comes through at regular meeting.
Government + PoliticsMeadowbrook gains approval for two-story range Seth Johnson Aug 9, 2022Facility would allow golf course to reopen.
Government + PoliticsNewberry approves plat for new development Camille Broadway Aug 8, 2022Commission also authorizes contract for City Hall designs.
Government + PoliticsGRU to return utility deposits C.J. Gish Aug 8, 2022Decision assists customers dealing with fuel price, high usage increases.
National NewsDemocrats pass spending bill Joshua Schumacher | World News Group Aug 8, 2022Senate passes Democrats’ omnibus spending, prescription drug, and climate bill along party lines.
Government + PoliticsBallot station to be available on Monday C.J. Gish Aug 5, 2022Vote-by-mail ballots can be dropped off from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.