Government + PoliticsCity commissioners hit BOCC on housing decision Camille Broadway Dec 16, 20220 commentsCity says it won’t finance a new location for affordable housing project.
Government + PoliticsCharter, bonds might hold up radio system sale Seth Johnson Dec 16, 20222 commentsAlachua County wants to buy emergency radio system soon.
Government + PoliticsBOCC approves development plan, gives GNV deadline Seth Johnson Dec 13, 20220 commentsCounty Commission also OKs inclusionary housing study.
Government + PoliticsBOCC changes course on housing project Seth Johnson Dec 13, 20220 commentsAmid pushback, commission reverses approval on project location.
Local NewsCounty’s 47 ecosystems protect land, allow growth Seth Johnson Nov 25, 20222 commentsSites account for 26% of Alachua County.
FeaturedAlachua County joins challenge to GNV zoning Seth Johnson Nov 21, 20224 commentsHearing set for Dec. 13.
Local NewsACSO announces historic raises C.J. Gish Nov 17, 20221 commentIncrease follows BOCC's $2.7 million allocation.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County swears in three commissioners Seth Johnson Nov 15, 20221 commentIncumbents talk about plans for next term.
FeaturedACSO gets extra salary boost, refutes report Seth Johnson Nov 9, 20221 commentSheriff’s office says it wants to stay competitive.
ElectionsAlachua County again selects all-Democratic BOCC Camille Broadway Nov 9, 20222 commentsIncumbents win in final countywide vote.
ElectionsIncumbents look to retain county commission posts Camille Broadway Nov 8, 20220 commentsInfrastructure improvements and fiscal responsibility are top issues among candidates
NewsAlachua County finalizes $700,000 land purchase Mainstreet Daily News Nov 4, 20221 commentTract represents first phase of conservation corridor.
NewsPerry, Long vie for redrawn Senate District 9 Mainstreet Daily News Nov 3, 20220 commentsSeasoned politicians battle to represent Alachua, Levy, Marion counties.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County to combine parks, roads in surtax Seth Johnson Oct 26, 20225 commentsProposed surtax would fund Wild Spaces Public Places, roads and affordable housing.
ElectionsVoters to decide Alachua County Commission structure Seth Johnson Oct 21, 20225 commentsBoth parties use same logic for at-large structure.
Government + PoliticsGNV commission eliminates single-family zoning Seth Johnson Oct 17, 20226 commentsAnother 4-3 vote finalizes trio of ordinances.
Local NewsCommission will take final action Monday on zoning Camille Broadway Oct 14, 20223 commentsGainesville Neighborhood Voices plans City Hall “speak out” rally.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County rejects West End land use change Seth Johnson Oct 11, 20220 commentsCommission said land to remain recreational.
Local NewsNovember candidates pitch plans in local forum Seth Johnson Oct 9, 20222 commentsForum includes Gainesville, Alachua County and 8th Circuit Court candidates.
Government + PoliticsReview board approves substation, fire station Seth Johnson Oct 7, 20220 commentsFire station to be built on SW 24th Avenue.
Local NewsCareerSource to hold job fair for county positions C.J. Gish Oct 3, 20220 commentsPositions available in several departments.
Government + PoliticsClosures continue ahead of Hurricane Ian C.J. Gish Sep 28, 20220 commentsTropical storm watch now in effect throughout region.
Government + PoliticsBOCC issues non-mandatory evacuation order Camille Broadway Sep 27, 20221 commentCity discusses potential impact of Hurricane Ian at town hall meeting
Government + PoliticsBOCC approves $5 million in emergency funds Seth Johnson Sep 27, 20220 commentsCommission also ratifies millage rate, talks surtax.