Government + PoliticsGainesville considers mobility fee changes for new developments Seth Johnson Jan 23, 20263 commentsComprehensive plan deadline could get pushed back.
Education6 key education issues in Alachua County to watch in 2026 Nick Anschultz Jan 2, 20260 commentsTopics range from leadership searches to elections.
Government + PoliticsGainesville plans to finalize comments and comprehensive plan by early 2026 Seth Johnson Dec 11, 20252 commentsPublic feedback still available.
Government + PoliticsGainesville commission approves charter officer raises Seth Johnson Dec 8, 20255 commentsWillits selected as mayor pro tempore.
Government + PoliticsGainesville takes out $22 million loan, continues 8th and Waldo project Seth Johnson Dec 4, 202515 commentsSplit vote keeps one-way streets.
Government + PoliticsGainesville rezones Terwilliger Elementary School, reuses rainbow bricks Seth Johnson Oct 16, 20255 commentsCity also gave $290K in grants.
Local LivingGainesville names 2 grand marshals for 2025 A Very GNV Holiday Parade Staff Reports Oct 10, 20250 commentsMarion J. Caffey and Emmanuel Garilus selected for third annual event.
Government + PoliticsNew $22M stadium could follow sale of Gainesville’s Citizens Field Seth Johnson Oct 9, 20257 commentsNew $22 million stadium could follow.
NewsGainesville votes to demolish Thelma Boltin Center after price spike Seth Johnson Sep 4, 20257 commentsCity previously allocated $3 million for restoration.
Government + PoliticsGainesville selects millage rate increase, preps for shortfalls in future budgets Seth Johnson Aug 14, 20255 commentsFinal votes come in September.
Government + PoliticsGainesville to remove rainbow crosswalks in FDOT compliance Lillian Hamman Aug 7, 202530 commentsFall 2025 Regional Transit Service changes indicate nearly 30% route decrease.
Government + PoliticsGainesville approves business tax increase, 14-story apartment complex Seth Johnson Jul 18, 20252 commentsCommission also sets cap on millage rate.
Government + PoliticsGainesville considers ending fire exemption for charitable, religious entities Seth Johnson Jun 19, 202511 commentsExempted organizations could pay combined $525,000.
Government + PoliticsGainesville narrows 8th Avenue and Waldo Road options, eyes Phase 1 Seth Johnson Jun 12, 20255 commentsCity has $18.7 million ready.
Government + PoliticsGainesville’s $5.2M budget gap increases after hearing from police, fire Seth Johnson May 23, 202511 commentsCommission sets maximum fire assessment rate.
Government + PoliticsGainesville continues red-light camera enforcement plan Seth Johnson May 16, 20253 commentsCommission also readies for Citizens Field decisions.
Government + PoliticsGainesville City Commission votes for special election to retry utility referendum Seth Johnson May 15, 20254 commentsPrevious referendum passed in November 2024.
Government + PoliticsGainesville discusses Citizens Field, buys 51 acres of conservation land Seth Johnson May 1, 20256 commentsThe Gainesville City Commission voted Thursday to buy a 51-acre piece of land for conservation and to sell, once again, the old fire station off South […]
Government + PoliticsGainesville leaders discuss Easter shooting, historic event issues at TB McPherson Seth Johnson Apr 24, 20255 commentsManager said warnings should have been raised.
Government + PoliticsGainesville looks for $130K for another year of Hoggetowne downtown Glory Reitz Apr 10, 20255 commentsCommissioners ask staff to explore Gainesville Raceway, Job Corps Center for possible permanent location.
Government + PoliticsGainesville talks Citizens Field, partnership with school district Seth Johnson Mar 13, 20253 commentsCommissioners split on idea of selling stadium.
Government + PoliticsGainesville collects input on Citizens Field as scenarios come to finish Seth Johnson Feb 18, 20256 commentsCommission to hear options before summer recess.
Government + PoliticsGainesville commissioners discuss priorities, potential rule changes Seth Johnson Jan 23, 20254 commentsCommissioners had retreat on Thursday.
Government + PoliticsGainesville City Commission greenlights new UF bus contract Seth Johnson Jan 16, 20251 commentCharter officers to receive 3% increase.