Government + PoliticsElections Office leaves names off some ballots Camille Broadway Jul 18, 20220 commentsNearly 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, 20222 commentsResidents concerned over neighborhood character, and effectiveness of changes
Government + PoliticsHigh Springs updated on 2,000-unit development Seth Johnson Jul 15, 20223 commentsCommissioners express concern with final vote upcoming.
Government + PoliticsCornell elected to FAC board of directors C.J. Gish Jul 15, 20221 commentAlachua County commissioner also appointed to federal affairs committee.
Government + PoliticsGainesville votes to hold tax, fire rates steady Camille Broadway Jul 14, 20221 commentFinal rates will be approved in September following budget discussions.
Government + PoliticsGainesville’s $32M ARPA balance draws to zero Seth Johnson Jul 14, 20221 commentCommission allocates final portions of federal funds.
Government + PoliticsACSO, PBA strike compromise deal C.J. Gish Jul 14, 20220 commentsBargaining agreement will be finalized after vote by deputies.
NewsScott named permanent police chief Seth Johnson Jul 13, 20221 commentFormer Chief Tony Jones will transition to GNV special adviser.
Government + PoliticsConstruction to begin on Archer Road SUN Trail C.J. Gish Jul 12, 20220 commentsNonmotorized 2.4-mile path to be completed in December.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County to consider new millage rate Seth Johnson Jul 11, 20221 commentCommission will also discuss new county administration building.
Government + PoliticsGainesville postpones zoning meeting Seth Johnson Jul 10, 20225 commentsCommission will discuss code changes at future date.
Local NewsAnimal shelter enhances volunteer program C.J. Gish Jul 8, 20220 commentsAlachua County facility continues its strategy to help with animal overcrowding.
Government + PoliticsGainesville makes key finance department hires Camille Broadway Jul 7, 20220 commentsExperienced staff should help address challenges identified by audits.
Government + PoliticsNew system will help local voters track ballots Camille Broadway Jul 5, 20220 commentsElection law changes should prompt voters to check their registration.
Government + PoliticsMeet the Candidates: Eighth Circuit Court Camille Broadway Jul 4, 202210 commentsFour experienced lawyers are vying for an open spot on the bench.
NewsSupreme Court OKs end of Remain in Mexico policy Mary Muncy | World News Group Jun 30, 20220 commentsPresident Joe Biden ended policy on his first day he was in office in 2021.
Government + PoliticsNew voter information cards to be mailed soon Camille Broadway Jun 30, 20220 commentsRecent redistricting moved boundaries, polling places lead to confusion.
Local NewsAnimal shelter starts turning away animals C.J. Gish Jun 29, 20222 commentsOvercrowding forces Alachua County to issue temporary closure.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County hears update, talks animal shelter Seth Johnson Jun 28, 20221 commentOvercrowding forces shelter to use crates.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County proposes holding budget, lower millage Seth Johnson Jun 28, 20220 commentsRaemi Eagle-Glenn joins county commission.
Government + PoliticsForum features candidates on August ballot Camille Broadway, Seth Johnson Jun 27, 20220 commentsLeague of Women Voters probed candidates’ opinions.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County to hold four meetings Tuesday Seth Johnson Jun 27, 20220 commentsFull commission to discuss 2023 budget, animal resources overcrowding.
Government + PoliticsMeet the Candidates: Florida Legislature Camille Broadway Jun 27, 20220 commentsAlachua to vote in three House, two Senate races.
Government + PoliticsBiden signs gun control legislation Joshua Schumacher | World News Group Jun 25, 20220 commentsBill signed Saturday makes it more difficult for younger people and domestic violence offenders to obtain firearms.