Government + PoliticsCity of Alachua adds hookah bars, food trucks, smoke shops to regulations Glory Reitz Jan 13, 20250 commentsCity also to allow free-standing dumpsters in US Hwy 441/ Interstate 75 Gateway Overlay District.
EducationAttorney files amended complaint against school board, city of Alachua Glory Reitz Jan 9, 20250 commentsComplaint removes two counts, clarifies plaintiffs.
CrimeSchool board, city of Alachua file motions to dismiss negligence lawsuit Glory Reitz Jan 7, 20250 commentsLawsuit based on sexual harassment accusations against baseball coach.
NewsACFR extinguishes residential fire in Alachua Staff Reports Nov 26, 20240 commentsNo one injured and home saved from substantial damage.
Government + PoliticsBOCC votes on rural broadband, dedicates $1M to Mill Creek development Seth Johnson Nov 12, 20240 commentsCounty commission selects new chair, vice chair.
CrimeParent sues School Board of Alachua County, city of Alachua for negligence Glory Reitz Nov 5, 20240 commentsDistrict puts SFHS athletic director, former assistant principal on administrative leave.
Local LivingCity of Alachua to host Senior Showcase Day Staff Reports Oct 3, 20240 commentsEvent to be held at Legacy Park Multipurpose Center.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County alarmed over Mill Creek Development plans, seeks to intervene Seth Johnson Oct 1, 20246 commentsDevelopment already passed preliminary vote by city of Alachua.
Local LivingD&S Classic Car Show slated for Saturday Staff Reports Sep 17, 20240 commentsAlachua event to benefit Fellowship of Christian Athletes.
Government + PoliticsCity of Alachua lays out budget priorities Glory Reitz Sep 9, 20241 commentInfrastructure, public safety and recreation take top places.
Government + PoliticsAlachua mayor wins lifetime achievement award Glory Reitz Aug 20, 20240 commentsCoerper is in his fourth term as mayor.
Government + PoliticsCity of Alachua launches project to provide internet in neighborhood parks Staff Reports Aug 5, 20244 commentsCity plans to expand service in future years.
Local NewsAlachua County issues evacuation order, opens shelters Glory Reitz Aug 4, 20240 commentsSchools, government buildings close Monday.
NewsAlachua holds lowest residential electric rates in Florida Glory Reitz Jul 24, 20241 commentCity has maintained streak all year.
Government + PoliticsCity of Alachua moves forward with 200-acre development Glory Reitz Jul 22, 20241 commentCommission OKs proposed hike in millage rate.
NewsLetter alleges SFHS baseball coach had inappropriate contact with student Glory Reitz Jul 12, 20240 commentsTravis Yeckring placed on administrative leave in March.
CrimeFlorida Department of Law Enforcement agents raid Alachua law office J.C. Derrick Jul 4, 20240 commentsSearch warrant details unknown.
Local NewsHigh Springs hires new Parks, REC director Staff Reports Jul 1, 20241 commentFort White native has worked in Alachua for the last decade.
Government + PoliticsCity of Alachua proceeds on schedule with budget Glory Reitz Jun 24, 20240 commentsCity’s 2024 budget accounts for over $66 million.
NewsDeSantis vetoes $14.8M in Alachua County funds, OKs $38M land purchase for UF Seth Johnson Jun 13, 202412 commentsHigh Springs police, Newberry wastewater, Gainesville HazMat all axed.
Government + PoliticsAlachua, Alachua County to partner on Pinkoson Spring restoration Glory Reitz May 20, 20241 commentCitizens ask for historic preservation to be prioritized.
Government + PoliticsNewberry passes first reading of big box store zoning in progress Glory Reitz Apr 23, 20240 commentsCommission also requests to cancel joint meeting with BOCC.
Government + PoliticsBlalock wins city of Alachua commission seat Glory Reitz Apr 9, 20240 commentsNAACP calls for transparency around Hancock Community Center polling place issues.
CrimeArmed robbery at Alachua Hitchcock’s injures 1 Staff Reports Apr 2, 20241 commentSuspect forces employee to open store safe.