BusinessAlachua County sets tourism tax record in 2022 Seth Johnson May 9, 20230 commentsOvernight tourists in Alachua County directly spent more than $495 million in 2022, leading to a $2.5 million increase in revenue to the county’s tourism development […]
NewsBOCC updated on timelines for free jail calls Seth Johnson Apr 25, 20230 commentsCentral receiving facility expected June 2024.
NewsWard, new commission draws close to 100th day Seth Johnson Apr 12, 20233 commentsTallahassee dilemmas continue along with local progress.
FeaturedNewberry schedules final vote for impact fees Seth Johnson Apr 11, 20230 commentsCommission set rate on Monday.
FeaturedBOCC aims for free jail calls with uncertain route Seth Johnson Apr 6, 20232 commentsMotion would terminate current contract.
NewsBOCC continues slaughterhouse plan in Newberry Seth Johnson Apr 5, 20233 commentsSpecial meeting prompted large turnout.
FeaturedBOCC sets road paving parameters based on surtax Seth Johnson Apr 4, 20234 commentsDedicated portion goes to residential roads.
FeaturedHigh Springs plans for utility expansion to I-75 Seth Johnson Mar 31, 20232 commentsCity changes mandatory connections to voluntary.
NewsBOCC shrinks size of cottage neighborhood homes Camille Broadway Mar 29, 20231 commentCommissioners change development code as moratorium is ending.
NewsAlachua County to buy 650 acres for conservation Camille Broadway Mar 28, 20230 commentsBOCC approves acquisition of Lake Alto and Lochloosa Slough properties.
NewsACFR breaks ground on new station C.J. Gish Mar 10, 20232 commentsStation 80 on SW 24th Avenue projected to be finished in early 2024.
FeaturedAlachua County talks roads, cancels jail meeting Seth Johnson Mar 7, 20233 commentsCommission discussed how to use new road dollars.
NewsNewberry, BOCC to discuss meat processing facility Camille Broadway Mar 7, 20231 commentInterlocal agreement expected to be voted on in April.
Government + PoliticsBOCC approves $8M radio purchase, waits for GNV Seth Johnson Mar 1, 20232 commentsCity to vote Thursday on sale.
NewsGNV signs new solar contract, increases size Seth Johnson Feb 16, 20233 commentsSolar array to start operation in 2025.
Government + PoliticsAlachua BOCC backs clean water amendment Camille Broadway Feb 14, 20230 commentsAmendment organizers hope to collect more than 900,000 signatures statewide.
NewsBOCC backs meat processing facility, local ranches Seth Johnson Feb 10, 20230 commentsAlachua County has dedicated $2.5 million.
NewsBOCC sets surtax split between conservation, parks Seth Johnson Feb 7, 20232 commentsBoth departments presented 10-year masterplans.
NewsTwo candidates announce bid for District 22 seat Mainstreet Daily News Feb 7, 20231 commentRaemi Eagle-Glenn, Robert Woody looks to replace Chuck Clemons in 2024.
NewsGNV focuses on education as road redesign proceeds Seth Johnson Jan 27, 20235 commentsMayor hopes to change current thinking.
FeaturedBOCC OKs plans for two subdivisions Seth Johnson Jan 24, 20232 commentsSubdivisions located around Jonesville.
NewsGNV, BOCC declare traffic violence crisis Seth Johnson Jan 23, 20233 commentsJoint session also heard 75-acre park update.
NewsGNV4ALL speaker discusses equity in Gainesville Taryn Ashby Jan 18, 20231 commentZeriah Folston gives keynote message at Wednesday’s general body meeting.
FeaturedAlachua County holds workshop about rental permits Seth Johnson Jan 17, 20230 commentsNew program set to start in October.