Alachua County buys 605 acres west of Hawthorne
New land lies adjacent to county’s Phifer Flatwoods Preserve.
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Alachua County buys 605 acres west of Hawthorne
New land lies adjacent to county’s Phifer Flatwoods Preserve.
DeSantis visits Live Oak, gives $1.9 million check
Governor touches on national issues, impacts on Florida.
Stocks dip lower amid rate hike fears
U.S. market has its worst week since mid-June.
Ward, Bielarski draw contrasts in mayoral runoff
GRU rates—and what to do about them—provide sharp contrast between candidates
McGraw recaptures school board seat
Certain, Abbitt and Rockwell claim 3 other SBAC seats.
Eastman wins city seat, 2 others go to runoffs
November election will decide remaining commissioners.
Ward, Bielarski to contend for mayor in runoff
Crowded field forces runoff.
Cammack, Hawk, Wheeler win primary battles
Incumbent Chuck Clemons also fends off challenger
August election brimming with local races
Voters need to check registration info before heading to polls.
State awards Micanopy $3M for broadband
Fort White receives grant for sidewalk repair.
Turnpike extension paused, coalition stays wary
Legislature-backed project opposed by locals.
Local election timing could alter outcomes
City sought to increase turnout but may get surprises too.
Feds award ACT $7.85 million for conservation
Funds will add to $22 million raised from other sources.
Fuel costs push GRU bills higher
High summer temps amplify the effects of natural gas prices.
Federal judge dismisses McGraw lawsuit
Decision comes week before voters will decide whether to send Diyonne McGraw back to school board.
Gainesville zoning changes sent to county, state
City awaits feedback before scheduling a second reading.
Lake City hires new attorney, permanent manager
City has lacked a permanent manager since June 2021.
Candidates woo voters at ‘Souls to the Polls’
Event aimed at motivating turnout for Aug. 23 elections
Local cities receive development funds
Archer, Keystone Heights awarded $46,000 each for economic development.
High Springs kickstarts draft mural ordinance
Attorney, commissioner present different options.
Early voting period opens on Saturday
Alachua County residents can vote at seven locations for primary elections.
BOCC approves Duke Energy exception with warning
After 8 months, approval comes through at regular meeting.
Meadowbrook gains approval for two-story range
Facility would allow golf course to reopen.
Newberry approves plat for new development
Commission also authorizes contract for City Hall designs.