Local NewsBOCC agrees to expand redevelopment area Camille Broadway Aug 2, 2022Change in GCRA could expand scope of 8th and Waldo project.
NewsCounty voices opposition to GNV zoning plans Camille Broadway Aug 1, 2022City, county commissioners spar at joint meeting.
NewsDeSantis fills Columbia County School Board seat J.C. Derrick Jul 29, 2022Unopposed candidate joins board ahead of schedule.
Government + PoliticsGNV eyes change for micromobility program Seth Johnson Jul 29, 2022Program passed 1-year pilot in June.
Government + PoliticsCounty presents plans for Four Creeks Preserve Seth Johnson Jul 28, 2022Parking lot and new trail to come in Phase 2.
Government + PoliticsKiner selected new head of Children’s Trust Seth Johnson Jul 27, 2022Kiner grew up in east Gainesville and graduated from UF, Buchholz.
Government + PoliticsNewberry opts to keep services despite late bills Seth Johnson Jul 27, 2022Late payments won’t lead to electricity, water shutoffs.
Government + PoliticsTwo local districts model trendy development tool Seth Johnson Jul 26, 2022Alachua County has three of Florida’s 800 community development districts.
Government + PoliticsLabor Coalition to host GNV mayor candidate forum C.J. Gish Jul 26, 2022Questions to include living wage, affordable housing, healthcare.
Government + PoliticsScott officially takes charge as 26th police chief Seth Johnson Jul 25, 2022New GPD chief highlights youth violence and police calling.
Local NewsGNV revisits Infinity Line bike trail project Seth Johnson Jul 21, 2022Commission also approves ballot initiative to reword its charter.
FeaturedLocal election office finds second ballot error Camille Broadway Jul 20, 2022Almost 900 voters in Precinct 51 will need new ballots.
Government + PoliticsGNV, state candidates to attend local forums Seth Johnson Jul 19, 2022Wednesday’s forum will be in person followed by a virtual Thursday event.
Government + PoliticsElections Office leaves names off some ballots Camille Broadway Jul 18, 2022Nearly 1,000 voters inside Gainesville’s Precinct 27 receive incomplete vote-by-mail ballots.
Government + PoliticsZoning changes worry GNV neighbors, prompt action Seth Johnson, Camille Broadway Jul 17, 2022Residents concerned over neighborhood character, and effectiveness of changes
Government + PoliticsHigh Springs updated on 2,000-unit development Seth Johnson Jul 15, 2022Commissioners express concern with final vote upcoming.
Government + PoliticsCornell elected to FAC board of directors C.J. Gish Jul 15, 2022Alachua County commissioner also appointed to federal affairs committee.
Government + PoliticsGainesville votes to hold tax, fire rates steady Camille Broadway Jul 14, 2022Final rates will be approved in September following budget discussions.
Government + PoliticsGainesville’s $32M ARPA balance draws to zero Seth Johnson Jul 14, 2022Commission allocates final portions of federal funds.
Government + PoliticsACSO, PBA strike compromise deal C.J. Gish Jul 14, 2022Bargaining agreement will be finalized after vote by deputies.
NewsScott named permanent police chief Seth Johnson Jul 13, 2022Former Chief Tony Jones will transition to GNV special adviser.
Government + PoliticsConstruction to begin on Archer Road SUN Trail C.J. Gish Jul 12, 2022Nonmotorized 2.4-mile path to be completed in December.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County to consider new millage rate Seth Johnson Jul 11, 2022Commission will also discuss new county administration building.
Government + PoliticsGainesville postpones zoning meeting Seth Johnson Jul 10, 2022Commission will discuss code changes at future date.