BOCC sets the tone for reopening Alachua County
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 […]
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"I DO!" Couples take the fast lane to marriage at county courthouse despite COVID-19 restrictions
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 […]
DeSantis vague about Florida's reopening phase two, but Trump plan a likely guide
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, […]
DeSantis calls for probe into Florida unemployment problems; Scott says jobless being paid too much
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) […]
Prescribed burn today at Payne's Prairie
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 […]
Newberry Electric providing rate relief to customers
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 […]
DeSantis: Florida's ‘slow and steady’ reopening to unfold in ‘baby steps’
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. […]
In a time when resources need to be prioritized, GNV Cares package should focus on those in the most need
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 […]
Tampa hospitals poised to open May 11th
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 […]
Florida insurance chief: Pandemics not covered under most business interruption policies
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. […]