Government + PoliticsAlachua County to consider courthouse parking options for public use Seth Johnson Oct 14, 20265 commentsBusinesses say the garage should be open on weekends.
Local LivingEPA to host open house on Cabot/Koppers Superfund cleanup on Oct. 21 Staff Reports Oct 13, 20260 commentsEvent to provide residents with updates on construction, groundwater protection and plans to contain historic contamination.
Government + PoliticsFeds to build mile-long wall underneath contaminated Gainesville Superfund site Seth Johnson Oct 8, 202613 commentsWork scheduled for this fall.
Government + PoliticsGRU Authority to remain in charge after Florida appeal court ruling Seth Johnson Oct 7, 20264 commentsRuling nullifies the two referendums passed by residents.
Government + PoliticsRoam towing to end in Gainesville in January 2027 Seth Johnson Oct 2, 20263 commentsCity moves to call-in towing only.
Government + PoliticsSplit Gainesville City Plan Board denies new land use near Depot Park Seth Johnson Sep 28, 20264 commentsThe Gainesville City Plan Board voted to reject a proposed new land use and zoning for The Cottages at Depot Park on Thursday, with 16 public commenters worried […]
Government + PoliticsGainesville leaders explain immigration policy amid protester pushback Seth Johnson Sep 17, 20268 commentsPolice say policy follows state mandate.
Government + PoliticsGainesville now ready for final vote on $174 million 2026-27 budget Seth Johnson Sep 11, 20262 commentsFire assessment increase helped fill funding gap.
Government + PoliticsGRU Authority moves to demolish buildings, then sell part of Power District Seth Johnson Sep 10, 202618 commentsBuildings vacated, unmaintained for last 14 years.
Government + PoliticsHow Gainesville’s Thursday budget votes will impact residents Seth Johnson Sep 8, 20262 commentsFlat millage rate surpassed by rising fire assessment.
Local LivingGainesville’s The Streatery enters soft opening mode with new businesses opening Seth Johnson Sep 4, 20265 comments$4.5-million construction started in April.
Government + PoliticsGainesville wins $25 million Choice Neighborhoods grant from federal government Seth Johnson Sep 3, 202613 commentsThree years of planning aimed at transforming East University Ave.
Government + PoliticsGainesville seeks community input on future of Southwest Study Area Staff Reports Sep 2, 20260 commentsMeeting slated for Sept. 16 at UF/IFAS Beef Teaching Unit South in Gainesville.
Government + PoliticsGainesville aims to drop historic district buffers Seth Johnson Aug 28, 20267 commentsBuffers tied down new development.
NewsGainesville Commissioner Bryan Eastman named 2026 Local Government Housing Champion Staff Reports Aug 24, 20260 commentsEastman recognized at Florida Housing Coalition’s 2026 REPAIR Conference in Orlando.
ElectionsGainesville elections 2026: Ward earns final term, joined by Willits and Crabbe Seth Johnson Aug 18, 20265 commentsVoters like city trajectory, mayor said.
Government + PoliticsGRU stormwater, solid waste charges moving to annual property tax bills Staff Reports Aug 18, 20261 commentGainesville property owners will see changes starting Oct. 1.
Government + PoliticsGainesville City Commission approves $500K Streatery Improvement Grant program Staff Reports Aug 14, 20261 commentProgram to provide up to $50,000 per eligible business.
Local NewsWall Street affirms Gainesville utility’s ‘A’ bond ratings heading into new debt Seth Johnson Aug 5, 20263 commentsThree credit agencies weigh into utility's finances.
NewsGainesville starts building SW Public Safety Center Seth Johnson Jul 31, 20261 commentProject boosts limited public infrastructure in the area.
ElectionsMeet the Candidates 2026: Willits seeks second term with familiar ballot challenger Seth Johnson Jul 21, 20268 commentsWillits, Cain face off in rerun of 2022.
Government + PoliticsGainesville transit, housing group releases election endorsements Seth Johnson Jul 21, 20260 comments Endorsements based on candidate forum.
ElectionsMeet the Candidates 2026: Newcomers vie for Gainesville’s uncontested District 2 Seth Johnson Jul 20, 20263 commentsBook steps down after single term.
Government + PoliticsGainesville restricts millage rate, aims to bump fire assessment Seth Johnson Jul 17, 20265 commentsBudget season entering final stretch.