Government + PoliticsBoard hears early rebuild option for Boltin Center Seth Johnson Sep 6, 20221 commentCity left with ‘two bad options.’
Government + PoliticsGRU safety facilitator stays ahead of storms Suzette Cook | City of Gainesville Sep 5, 20220 commentsHurricane season runs through Nov. 30 with September being most active month.
Local NewsGNV sets timeline for hiring charter officers Seth Johnson Sep 1, 20220 commentsCommission plans searches this fall and into spring.
Government + PoliticsColumbia County OKs Legislative ask, appraisal Seth Johnson Aug 31, 20220 commentsCommission requests $14.5 million for health clinic.
Government + PoliticsHigh Springs board delays vote on Bridlewood plan Seth Johnson Aug 31, 20222 commentsPlat from 1925 helps create legal standing for 2,000 residences.
FeaturedAlachua County buys 605 acres west of Hawthorne C.J. Gish Aug 31, 20224 commentsNew land lies adjacent to county’s Phifer Flatwoods Preserve.
Government + PoliticsDeSantis visits Live Oak, gives $1.9 million check Seth Johnson Aug 30, 20222 commentsGovernor touches on national issues, impacts on Florida.
BusinessStocks dip lower amid rate hike fears Joshua Schumacher | World News Group Aug 30, 20220 commentsU.S. market has its worst week since mid-June.
Government + PoliticsWard, Bielarski draw contrasts in mayoral runoff Seth Johnson Aug 25, 20226 commentsGRU rates—and what to do about them—provide sharp contrast between candidates
EducationMcGraw recaptures school board seat Taryn Ashby, J.C. Derrick Aug 24, 20221 commentCertain, Abbitt and Rockwell claim 3 other SBAC seats.
Government + PoliticsEastman wins city seat, 2 others go to runoffs Camille Broadway Aug 24, 20220 commentsNovember election will decide remaining commissioners.
Government + PoliticsWard, Bielarski to contend for mayor in runoff Seth Johnson Aug 24, 20220 commentsCrowded field forces runoff.
NewsCammack, Hawk, Wheeler win primary battles J.C. Derrick, C.J. Gish Aug 23, 20220 commentsIncumbent Chuck Clemons also fends off challenger
Government + PoliticsAugust election brimming with local races Camille Broadway Aug 22, 20220 commentsVoters need to check registration info before heading to polls.
Local NewsState awards Micanopy $3M for broadband J.C. Derrick Aug 22, 20220 commentsFort White receives grant for sidewalk repair.
Local NewsTurnpike extension paused, coalition stays wary Seth Johnson Aug 19, 20222 comments Legislature-backed project opposed by locals.
Government + PoliticsLocal election timing could alter outcomes Camille Broadway Aug 18, 20220 commentsCity sought to increase turnout but may get surprises too.
Local NewsFeds award ACT $7.85 million for conservation J.C. Derrick Aug 18, 20221 commentFunds will add to $22 million raised from other sources.
Local NewsFuel costs push GRU bills higher Seth Johnson Aug 18, 20220 commentsHigh summer temps amplify the effects of natural gas prices.
Local NewsFederal judge dismisses McGraw lawsuit Seth Johnson Aug 16, 20220 commentsDecision 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, 20222 commentsCity awaits feedback before scheduling a second reading.
NewsLake City hires new attorney, permanent manager Seth Johnson Aug 15, 20220 commentsCity has lacked a permanent manager since June 2021.
Local NewsCandidates woo voters at ‘Souls to the Polls’ Taryn Ashby Aug 14, 20220 commentsEvent aimed at motivating turnout for Aug. 23 elections
Government + PoliticsLocal cities receive development funds C.J. Gish Aug 12, 20220 commentsArcher, Keystone Heights awarded $46,000 each for economic development.