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County Commission wants to open more ‘low risk’ businesses blocked by governor’s order

May 6, 2020
The Alachua County commission is asking that Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis give Florida counties more discretion in order to open more businesses. A letter sent to […]
Covid-19

Who will enforce Alachua County’s face mask rule?

May 6, 2020
While Alachua County residents and elected officials debate the use of face masks in scenarios where face-to-face interactions happen and physical distancing is difficult, an airborne […]
Covid-19

Alachua County Chair: Face masks are the frontline in a range of efforts to fight COVID-19

May 5, 2020
The Alachua County Commission enacted an emergency order requiring people to wear masks when they are interacting with others in public places. Some people – such […]
Covid-19

Florida’s COVID-19 positivity rate drops to 2.6% in one-day testing

May 5, 2020
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that a record number of test results were reported on May 4th registering a 2.6 percent positivity rate for that day. […]
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Gainesville Fire Rescue responds to commercial building fire

May 5, 2020
Gainesville Fire Rescue (GFR) crews responded early Tuesday morning to the 1300 block of NW 23rd Avenue in reference to a commercial fire alarm. Once on scene, […]
Covid-19

Scott, DeSantis disagree on federal COVID-19 aid for states, cities to replace lost revenue

May 5, 2020
The Center Square – Florida U.S. Senator Rick Scott opposes a prospective assistance package that would allow state and municipal governments to use federal money to […]
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Florida governor calls for investigation of unemployment filing system

May 4, 2020
The state’s $40 million unemployment benefits system known as CONNECT has not served the taxpayers who paid for it, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said on Monday […]
Covid-19

County Commission conducting Virtual Special Meeting tomorrow

May 4, 2020
The Alachua County Commission will conduct a Virtual Special Meeting on Tuesday, May 5, 2020, at 1:30 p.m.   The public may attend virtually through Cox […]
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Florida to cast a broad net on COVID-19 testing

May 4, 2020
Florida ranks third in the nation for COVID-19 testing according to Gov. Ron DeSantis who announced that 403,275 results have been reported as of May 1st. […]
Covid-19

The re-opening of Alachua County: Phase One

May 4, 2020
On May 2nd, the Alachua County Commission released Alachua County Emergency Order 2020-21 – which itemized the specifics of re-opening businesses in Alachua County.   Here […]
Government + Politics

GPD swears in five new officers

May 2, 2020
Editor’s Note This is the third in a series of stories entitled “PLAN B” about how people who usually work in front of crowds are adapting […]
Covid-19

Many state parks, beaches to reopen Monday as DeSantis urges Floridians ‘get sunlight’

May 2, 2020
The Center Square – Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday announced at least 80 of Florida’s 175 state parks will reopen Monday in tandem with the first […]
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BOCC sets the tone for reopening Alachua County

May 1, 2020
Alachua County decided on May 1st that it will follow some of the governor’s Phase 1 opening plans exactly as presented in an executive order set […]
Government + Politics

“I DO!” Couples take the fast lane to marriage at county courthouse despite COVID-19 restrictions

May 1, 2020
They promised to be honest, committed, faithful and stay together through the best and the worst.  Getting married in your car during a global pandemic might […]
Covid-19

DeSantis vague about Florida’s reopening phase two, but Trump plan a likely guide

May 1, 2020
The Center Square – Phase one of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ “Safe. Smart. Step-by-Step” reopening plan goes into effect Monday and, as the governor had cautioned, […]
Covid-19

DeSantis calls for probe into Florida unemployment problems; Scott says jobless being paid too much

Apr 30, 2020
The Center Square — Florida U.S. Sen. Rick Scott insists the $600 weekly federal unemployment compensation provided under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) […]
Government + Politics

Prescribed burn today at Payne’s Prairie

Apr 29, 2020
The Paynes Prairie State Park is conducting a 54-acre prescribed burn near the area of US 441 and CR 234 in Alachua County. The burn started […]
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Newberry Electric providing rate relief to customers

Apr 28, 2020
In a continuing effort to provide financial relief during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Newberry City Commission approved a reduction to the power cost adjustment (PCA) rate […]
Covid-19

DeSantis: Florida’s ‘slow and steady’ reopening to unfold in ‘baby steps’

Apr 28, 2020
The Center Square – Gov. Ron DeSantis’ safer-at-home order expires Thursday, and the Re-Open Florida Task Force has submitted proposals on how nonessential businesses can reopen.  […]
Covid-19

In a time when resources need to be prioritized, GNV Cares package should focus on those in the most need

Apr 27, 2020
I should be overjoyed about the GNVCares package that was passed last week.  I’m not and here’s why.  With every decision, every dollar, every conversation we have […]
Covid-19

Tampa hospitals poised to open May 11th

Apr 27, 2020
 As the May 8th deadline for executive order that shut down Florida approaches, Gov. Ron DeSantis is methodically visiting the largest hospital systems in the state […]
Covid-19

Florida insurance chief: Pandemics not covered under most business interruption policies

Apr 27, 2020
The Center Square – Florida Insurance Commissioner David Altmaier delivered some good news and some bad news Friday to business leaders planning the state’s post-pandemic recovery. […]
Covid-19

The impossible task of political fundraising in the time of COVID-19

Apr 27, 2020
There will always be conflicting viewpoints and realities in politics. Voters support term limits. It’s a rare issue that crosses political boundaries. Everyone wants to see […]
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When will Alachua County businesses re-open? Board Chair weighs-in

Apr 27, 2020
 The Alachua County Board of Commissioners Chair Robert Hutchinson released a statement last night that outlines his thoughts on re-opening Alachua County:    “Everybody is trying […]

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