Government + PoliticsGainesville group sues DeSantis over GRU Authority appointments Glory Reitz Oct 2, 2023Plaintiffs aim to nullify all board actions.
Government + PoliticsJudge throws out Gainesville’s GRU lawsuit J.C. Derrick, C.J. Gish Sep 29, 2023City of Gainesville lawsuit sought to prove that HB 1645 violated state process and Florida Constitution.
Government + PoliticsGainesville, Alachua County extend $8 million radio sale amid delays Seth Johnson Sep 29, 2023New state law could completely halt the sale.
Government + PoliticsGNV, state hold GRU lawsuit hearing Seth Johnson Sep 22, 2023State officials say Gainesville is suing the wrong people.
EducationSF honors longtime supporter, hosts groundbreaking Seth Johnson Sep 11, 2023New Cellon Institute to house welding, HVAC, advanced manufacturing.
Government + PoliticsGainesville asks court to stop GRU changes Camille Broadway Jul 25, 2023 City files lawsuit to oppose switch in GRU governance to five-person independent board
Government + PoliticsGNV nonprofit sues DeSantis over GRU bill Seth Johnson Jul 3, 2023Lawsuit includes 12 counts filed in federal court.
Government + PoliticsDeSantis signs bill changing GRU control Seth Johnson Jun 28, 2023New authority board set to start Oct. 1.
Government + PoliticsCity Commission allocates $250K to fight GRU bill Seth Johnson Jun 22, 2023GNV also approves trunked radio sale to county.
Government + PoliticsGovernor’s veto slashes meat processing funding Camille Broadway Jun 16, 2023County Commissioner Ken Cornell urges colleagues to use veto as an “off-ramp” on Newberry project.
NewsAlachua County Sports & Events Center ceremony draws crowd C.J. Gish Jun 10, 2023New facility designed to draw out-of-town events.
Government + PoliticsGNV votes to divide power district, prep for bids Seth Johnson Jun 8, 2023Appraisals puts price at $22 million.
Local NewsAC Sports & Events Center to host open house Staff Reports Jun 7, 2023Ribbon cutting with open house slated.
Government + PoliticsState funds headed to Alachua County, North Florida Seth Johnson May 19, 2023Appropriations awaiting governor approval.
Government + PoliticsDeSantis signs Rex and Brody Act into law Seth Johnson May 12, 2023Law blocks access to certain autopsy reports
NewsCitizens prepare lawsuit over state’s GRU bill Seth Johnson May 9, 2023Local group retains Jacksonville law firm.
NewsRex and Brody Act unanimously passes Legislature Seth Johnson Apr 28, 2023Bill awaits governor’s signature.
Government + PoliticsFlorida House passes GRU bill with debate Seth Johnson Apr 27, 2023Both parties talk of hostile takeovers.
Government + PoliticsOpponents sound off on GRU bill at city meeting Seth Johnson Apr 21, 2023Ward worries about potential transition.
Government + PoliticsTallahassee committee signs off on GRU bill Seth Johnson Apr 19, 2023Bill now proceeds to floor.
FeaturedGNV faces $16M loss to general budget to lower debt Seth Johnson Apr 13, 2023Clemons files bill to change GRU leadership.
Local NewsCity readies lobbyists, counsel against GRU bill Seth Johnson Mar 23, 2023Commission pushes for legislative amendments.
NewsFinal state committee approves Rex and Brody Act Seth Johnson Mar 22, 2023Bill named in memory of two Alachua County boys.
NewsLocal legislators back bill to alter GRU control Seth Johnson Mar 17, 2023Friday vote allows bill to continue to Florida House.