NewsGainesville votes to demolish Thelma Boltin Center after price spike Seth Johnson Sep 4, 20257 commentsCity previously allocated $3 million for restoration.
Government + PoliticsFDOT gives deadline, offers appeal process for GNV’s rainbow crosswalk removal Seth Johnson Aug 23, 20255 commentsState said it would remove crosswalks if delayed.
Government + PoliticsGainesville considers complex plan to keep Lot 10 development alive Seth Johnson Aug 22, 202510 commentsThe city of Gainesville signaled that it will regain ownership of Lot 10 after the developer failed to start construction within four years of the original […]
Government + PoliticsGainesville to consider millage rate increase at Thursday’s final budget meeting Seth Johnson Aug 12, 20253 commentsStaff to present three scenarios.
Local NewsJudge denies GRU attempt to stop referendum J.C. Derrick Aug 9, 202510 commentsGRU appeal of April decision still ongoing.
Government + PoliticsGainesville city manager submits letter of resignation C.J. Gish Aug 8, 202515 commentsCynthia Curry to leave position on Nov. 21 after four years with city.
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.
EducationSchool Board of Alachua County to address 3 open questions in coming year Seth Johnson Jul 31, 20257 commentsRezoning delayed as charter school appeal continues.
Government + PoliticsGainesville’s MTPO is changing: what is it and how does it direct millions of dollars? Seth Johnson Jul 25, 20253 commentsGrowing population places board in new classification.
Government + PoliticsDeSantis initiates Gainesville audit to set up property tax reform in 2026 Seth Johnson Jul 22, 202515 commentsBroward County also under state audit.
Government + PoliticsGainesville approves business tax increase, 14-story apartment complex Seth Johnson Jul 18, 20252 commentsCommission also sets cap on millage rate.
Government + PoliticsGainesville Plan Board differs with past vote to give Travelodge historic designation Seth Johnson Jul 1, 20251 commentCity Commission will decide final ruling.
Local LivingGainesville’s Emmanuel Garilus makes history at Apollo Theater Staff Reports Jun 27, 20252 commentsUF graduate tops 90th season of Amateur Night at the Apollo.
Government + PoliticsGainesville considers ending fire exemption for charitable, religious entities Seth Johnson Jun 19, 202511 commentsExempted organizations could pay combined $525,000.
NewsChief Book announces retirement from Santa Fe College as department wins award Seth Johnson Jun 19, 20250 commentsHe’s worked in law enforcement for more than 40 years.
Government + PoliticsGainesville, Alachua County research bus routes, Hoggetowne Medieval Faire Seth Johnson Jun 17, 202521 commentsCommissions punt on Gainesville Community Redevelopment Area talks.
NewsGainesville will need another $3 million to reopen Thelma Boltin Center Seth Johnson Jun 17, 20254 commentsConstruction cost presents worst case scenario.
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 passes preliminary special election vote on GRU governance Seth Johnson Jun 6, 20252 commentsFinal vote to come June 12.
Government + PoliticsGRU requests Gainesville leaders stop special election plans Seth Johnson Jun 4, 20255 commentsCity Commission set for vote on Thursday.
Government + PoliticsGainesville commission to vote on special election, potential 14-story development Seth Johnson Jun 3, 20252 commentsMorningside Nature Center master plan shows new buildings.
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.