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.
Government + PoliticsGRU Authority OKs water rate increase, keeps city contribution flat for 2026 budget Seth Johnson May 15, 20253 commentsProfits to stay even as utility tackles debt.
Government + PoliticsGainesville eyes boost for economic development with potential bond Seth Johnson May 8, 20254 commentsWork plan to return in next month.
Government + PoliticsGainesville OKs first reading for red-light cameras Seth Johnson May 2, 20259 commentsCity plans to start with two intersections.
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.
SportsGainesville urges safe March Madness celebrations with Final Four approaching Seth Johnson Apr 3, 20251 commentCity plans road closures, watch party for championship.
Government + PoliticsGRU Authority appeals judge’s referendum ruling, city weighs options Seth Johnson Apr 3, 20258 commentsGainesville utility remains in tug-of-war.
Government + PoliticsGainesville Plan Board allows elementary school move, talks public notices Seth Johnson Mar 28, 20250 commentsBoard also allowed new fuel tank at airport.
NewsVFW hopes to stay put as Gainesville redevelops Citizens Field complex Seth Johnson Mar 28, 20250 commentsCity reached out prompting veteran concerns.
Government + PoliticsGainesville kicks off 2025 budget season Seth Johnson Mar 27, 20251 commentSix audits return no findings.
Government + PoliticsGainesville talks Citizens Field, partnership with school district Seth Johnson Mar 13, 20253 commentsCommissioners split on idea of selling stadium.
NewsJessie’s Village breaks ground with goal to become “beautiful picture” Seth Johnson Mar 11, 20250 commentsNonprofit aims for quality affordable housing.
Local NewsGRU: Billing issues fixed with credits coming to customers in March, April Seth Johnson Mar 6, 20252 commentsUtility overcharged $300,000 on stormwater, garbage fees.