Government + PoliticsGainesville’s Commissioner Ingle to undergo brain surgery with 6-week recovery Seth Johnson Jan 13, 20262 commentsTumor first removed two years ago.
EducationDeSantis appoints Keith Perry to State University System’s Board of Governors Staff Reports Jan 13, 20262 commentsPerry owns roofing contractor service in Gainesville and served in Florida Legislature.
Government + PoliticsWard readies for elections, economic development, construction in 2026 Seth Johnson Jan 12, 20262 commentsCommissioner Ed Book to step down.
Local NewsGainesville readies to open $2 million grant pool for NE Eighth Avenue area Staff Reports Jan 10, 20262 commentsGrants aim to revitalize area.
Government + PoliticsPrivate 200-acre golf course in Alachua to amend condition after state concern Lillian Hamman Jan 9, 20263 commentsTomoka Hills Golf Course is being built by an insurance executive.
EducationKey education bills to watch in Florida’s upcoming legislative session Nick Anschultz Jan 9, 20264 commentsCursive writing, teacher oath and extended recess requirements among those to be considered.
Government + Politics6 Gilchrist County projects seek funding in 2026 appropriations requests Seth Johnson Jan 9, 20260 commentsProjects include fire, wastewater.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County delegates seek $141M for 2026 local appropriations Seth Johnson Jan 8, 20262 commentsUniversity of Florida takes lion’s share.
EducationDeSantis reappoints Bill Heavener to UF Board of Trustees amid federal lawsuit Nick Anschultz Jan 8, 20260 commentsHeavener listed in 2024 whistleblower lawsuit involving two colleges he oversees.
Government + PoliticsDeSantis calls for congressional redistricting in Florida Christina Grube | World News Group Jan 8, 20262 commentsLawmakers to meet in Tallahassee in April.
Government + PoliticsAlachua planning board to decide on Tara special permit on Jan. 13 Lillian Hamman Jan 7, 20265 commentsHigh Springs raises concerns over legal conflicts of interest.
Government + PoliticsDeSantis awards $167M for rural communities while visiting Steinhatchee Seth Johnson Jan 7, 20260 comments Infrastructure funds headed to Cedar Key, Gilchrist County and Levy County.
Government + PoliticsGainesville metro transportation board OKs crosswalk plan for NW 13th Street Seth Johnson Jan 6, 20262 commentsRoad corridor sees 27,000 vehicle trips daily.
Elections15 candidates ready for Florida House, Senate, Alachua County and Gainesville races Seth Johnson Jan 2, 20260 commentsIncumbents term limited and stepping down.
NewsArcher appoints ex-Hawthorne mayor as interim part-time city manager Lillian Hamman Dec 29, 20250 commentsPermanent city manager interviews slated for Jan. 5 to Jan. 7.
NewsAlachua County, city of Gainesville announce holiday schedules Staff Reports Dec 18, 20250 commentsServices adjusted for Christmas and New Year’s Day.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County board selects new director to direct transportation organization Seth Johnson Dec 16, 20250 commentsMTPO transitioning to in-house staff.
Government + PoliticsHigh Springs continues wastewater bill investigation, punts solid waste contract Lillian Hamman Dec 12, 20257 commentsCommission to make final solid waste vote in January.
Government + PoliticsGainesville plans to finalize comments and comprehensive plan by early 2026 Seth Johnson Dec 11, 20252 commentsPublic feedback still available.
Government + PoliticsArcher receives $5.7M for wastewater, extends interim city manager contract Lillian Hamman Dec 11, 20251 commentInterim city manager takes indefinite medical leave of absence.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County, Gainesville receive updates on cultural arts and food hub Seth Johnson Dec 10, 20252 commentsFood hub pilot scheduled for 2026.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County makes 4 tweaks to land development code Seth Johnson Dec 9, 20250 commentsChanges further poultry limits, align with new state laws.
Government + PoliticsAlachua City Commission shuts down public records policy workshop Lillian Hamman Dec 9, 202520 commentsFills planning and zoning vacancies.
Government + PoliticsGainesville commission approves charter officer raises Seth Johnson Dec 8, 20255 commentsWillits selected as mayor pro tempore.