Government + Politics Alachua fires City Attorney Marian Rush Lillian Hamman Aug 12, 20253-2 vote leaves city with 30 days to find replacement.
News Citizen’s threat of suit shines light on redacted public records in Alachua Lillian Hamman Aug 4, 2025City takes four months to release full record.
Government + Politics “We’re looking like liars”: vote to investigate Alachua resignations fails, again Lillian Hamman Jul 29, 2025Proposed 2025-26 millage set to 6.2500.
Crime Lebanese man sentenced to prison for role in Iran export conspiracy Staff Reports Jul 22, 2025Blasthole drills made in city of Alachua were destined for Iran.
News FDLE refers 3 Santa Fe High School administrators for felony charges Seth Johnson Jul 17, 2025State attorney’s office to make prosecution decision.
Featured Alachua family celebrates 100 years of land ownership Kirsten Rabin Jul 4, 2025Lumpkins family purchased 6-acre plot in Alachua for $500.
Government + Politics Alachua tests 2-hour parking on Main Street Lillian Hamman Jul 1, 2025City to evaluate enforcement strategies after 6-month trial.
Government + Politics DeSantis approves Florida budget, cuts $8.5 million from Alachua County Seth Johnson Jul 1, 2025Governor signed budget day before new fiscal year
Government + Politics Alachua Education Task Force adopts 2025 strategic plan Lillian Hamman Jun 19, 2025Collaboration with SBAC depends on superintendent response.
Government + Politics Alachua commissioner objects to officials’ private interim city manager support Lillian Hamman Jun 2, 2025Fletcher calls for public vote.
Government + Politics Alachua to revisit external counsel for city planner exodus investigation Lillian Hamman May 20, 2025Commission votes down Livingston Farms voluntary annexation.
Government + Politics Alachua to explore Pinkoson Springs ownership with county resources Lillian Hamman May 20, 2025Residents call for closed-captioning livestreams of city meetings.
Business UF Innovate awarded top entrepreneurship honors at international conference Lillian Hamman May 8, 2025Innovation incubator to host 30th anniversary celebration of Sid Martin Biotech Accelerate program.
Government + Politics City of Alachua on par with budget halfway through 2024-2025 fiscal year Lillian Hamman May 6, 2025Commission to consider amending alcohol ordinance, resident calls for Boukari removal.
News Homes For Our Troops to build custom home for disabled veteran Lillian Hamman Apr 27, 2025Nonprofit to complete home for Carlos Rivera and his family this summer.
Government + Politics Alachua City Commission swears in new mayor, commissioner Lillian Hamman Apr 22, 2025New commission moves forward with Fletcher Trace and Westside Commons developments.
Elections Alachua votes in new mayor, commissioner Glory Reitz Apr 9, 2025Political newcomers Welch and Fletcher won with campaigns on transparency.
Government + Politics City of Alachua receives clean audit report Glory Reitz Apr 7, 2025Commission also OKs budget amendment for Alachua Police Department motorcycle grant.
Elections Gainesville flyers stir Alachua, Newberry election season Glory Reitz Apr 4, 2025Candidates push to remain on-message.
Crime Judge dismisses civil suit against school board, city of Alachua Glory Reitz Apr 3, 2025Plaintiff allowed 10 days to file amended complaint proving negligent supervision.
Government + Politics City of Alachua votes down external planner contract Glory Reitz Mar 24, 2025City manager responds to resigned planner’s open letter.
Elections Meet the Candidates: Alachua Commission 2025 Glory Reitz Mar 21, 2025Mayor, Seat 2 up for election.
Elections Alachua, Newberry candidate forums slated for next 2 Sundays Staff Reports Mar 20, 2025League of Women Voters of Alachua County hosting events.
Government + Politics Former Alachua planner raises concerns over outside influences, Mill Creek projects Seth Johnson Mar 14, 2025City decided not to investigate planner exodus.