Local News Gainesville nonprofit continues GRU lawsuit, responds to judge’s deadline Seth Johnson Jan 9, 2024Nonprofit president says someone must be responsible for House Bill 1645.
News UF to focus on seed projects in new space institute Staff Reports Jan 8, 2024New institute supported by $2.5 million in state funds.
Education UF launches $2.5 million strategic sports initiative Staff Reports Jan 5, 2024UF & Sport Collaborative looks to propel university onto global stage.
Government + Politics New High Springs commissioner resigns over new Florida law Seth Johnson Jan 2, 2024Rush of resignations has come in other cities.
Government + Politics Local reps prep for 2024 legislative session Seth Johnson Dec 29, 2023Less local legislation expected.
Government + Politics Ward reflects on first year, top issues for 2024 Seth Johnson Dec 27, 2023Gainesville mayor looks at Eastside development and Vision Zero among his 2024 priorities.
Education Sasse announces $5.4 million for strategic funding awardees Staff Reports Nov 13, 2023Funding initiative designed to advance interdisciplinary scholarship and student experience.
Government + Politics Gainesville to transition defunct utility board into sustainability advisors Seth Johnson Nov 10, 2023Board no longer needed after GRU transition.
News PACE agency looks to Supreme Court to settle tax collector roadblock Seth Johnson Oct 30, 2023Alachua County listed for continued legal action.
News State attorney: Lawmakers must act on starting salaries J.C. Derrick Oct 30, 2023Kramer calls for 50% increase in assistant state attorney minimum.
News Alachua County delegation to meet at Santa Fe, discuss priorities Seth Johnson Oct 24, 2023Annual delegation meeting set for 1:30 p.m.
News Florida cuts park passes, hunting, fishing licenses by 50% J.C. Derrick Oct 14, 2023Discounted rates start Saturday.
Government + Politics Alachua County moves forward on new parking garage, special study Seth Johnson Oct 10, 2023Commission also discusses legislative priorities.
Education ACPS to optimize transportation Glory Reitz Sep 20, 2023Director of transportation said changes will help fix staffing shortages and save money.
Government + Politics BOCC commissioners appointed to 6 state committees Staff Reports Aug 16, 2023Three Alachua County commissioners will serve on six committees.
Local News BOCC ends rental permit program prior to start Seth Johnson Aug 1, 2023New state law blocks local program.
Local News GNV to repeal rental inspection program Camille Broadway Jul 27, 2023New state law invalidates city program that ensured rental units met health and safety standards.
Local Living Finding Your Frugal: Saving on school supplies Lourdes Mederos | UF/IFAS Jul 21, 2023Florida’s annual school sales tax holiday runs from July 24 through Aug. 6.
News Bielarski releases book on GRU, state takeover Seth Johnson Jul 12, 2023“The City That Lost Control” runs from the biomass contract to Florida’s GRU bill.
News UF researchers examine cooling rental market Brittany Sylvestri | UF Jul 12, 2023National reports indicate rent growth decreasing, but Florida may not see price decline for a while.
Government + Politics GNV nonprofit sues DeSantis over GRU bill Seth Johnson Jul 3, 2023Lawsuit includes 12 counts filed in federal court.
News Repeat fires in Newberry concern ACFR chief Seth Johnson Jun 29, 2023Owner says state regulations increase risk.
Government + Politics Newberry receives $2 million for water projects Seth Johnson Jun 19, 2023City got both of its Legislative requests.
Education DeSantis signs Perry’s music education bill Seth Johnson May 30, 2023Bill follows years-long UF study.