Government + PoliticsUpdated: Clemons calls for end to clashes over GRU Authority, Eastman responds Seth Johnson Oct 31, 202424 commentsHe said legal battles are ego driven.
Government + PoliticsJudge orders pause on enforcing Gainesville Regional Utilities vote Seth Johnson Oct 24, 20244 commentsApproved injunction could mean a two-day trial in December.
Government + PoliticsGainesville asks GRU to prioritize three new recreational trail projects Seth Johnson Oct 24, 20244 commentsNew projects could rival Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail usage.
HealthGRU completes mandated water service inventory for all residences Seth Johnson Oct 17, 20240 commentsNew guidelines aimed at reducing lead exposure.
Government + PoliticsDepartment of Energy awards $47 million to Gainesville’s utility Seth Johnson Oct 14, 20244 commentsMoney to improve grid resilience.
Government + PoliticsEthics complaint accuses Bielarski of misusing funds for election Seth Johnson Oct 14, 20247 commentsUtility head says GRU is obligated to educate.
Government + PoliticsRevisited: GRU preps wastewater response to storms Seth Johnson Oct 9, 20242 commentsMillions of extra gallons challenge system during storms.
NewsGRU Authority hears plan for customer advocacy, future power generation Seth Johnson Oct 7, 20242 commentsUtility also preps for Hurricane Milton.
Government + PoliticsGainesville finishes budget season, sets final millage for 2025 Seth Johnson Sep 30, 20240 commentsCity’s general fund reduced by $1.1 million.
NewsCrews continue to restore power throughout region Seth Johnson, C.J. Gish Sep 30, 20241 commentMore than 45,000 customers without electricity in eight counties.
Local NewsHelene inflicts ‘tremendous’ amount of tree damage in Gainesville J.C. Derrick Sep 27, 20241 commentNo injuries reported in Gainesville.
Government + PoliticsEmergency motion filed against Gainesville’s November election ballot Seth Johnson Sep 24, 20245 commentsGRU Authority looks to expedite lawsuit review.
Government + PoliticsGRU Authority officially files complaint against Gainesville, Barton Seth Johnson Sep 10, 20243 commentsComplaint asks courts to stop upcoming Gainesville vote.
Government + PoliticsGRU Authority greenlights lawsuit, notices City Commission to change policy Seth Johnson Sep 4, 20244 commentsCity, utility wrestle with being separate but combined.
NewsGRU Authority to discuss repeal of new city policy, separate legal office Seth Johnson Sep 3, 20244 commentsMeeting includes resolution about upcoming referendum.
NewsGainesville CWA unions face decertification, start ‘second step’ to remain Seth Johnson Aug 19, 20242 commentsGRU email caused early alarm.
Government + PoliticsDeSantis selects Jacobs to fill GRU Authority seat Seth Johnson Aug 16, 20241 commentJacobs to join in September.
Local NewsSRWMD Governing Board approves over $550K for local projects Staff Reports Aug 15, 20240 commentsProjects to address water resources in Gainesville, Cross City, Archer and Columbia County.
NewsGRU Authority confirms CEO contract, consults attorney general on referendum Seth Johnson Aug 7, 20249 commentsUtility saw ‘unheard of’ $79M in principal debt reduction.
EducationSchool board settles with solar company on Old Terwilliger panels Glory Reitz Jul 16, 20241 comment$17,100 settlement leaves school district free to tear down buildings.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County seeks to better Newnans Lake after unsolicited proposal Seth Johnson Jul 16, 20247 commentsCounty tasked to reduce nitrogen, phosphorus in lake.
Government + PoliticsFederal grant puts Gainesville transportation upgrades in gear Lillian Hamman Jul 12, 20245 commentsFlorida Theater renovations, new bond ratings encourage Mayor Harvey Ward.
Government + PoliticsFitch gives Gainesville AA rating Glory Reitz Jul 12, 20241 commentCredit rating receives upgrade over previous AA- score.
Government + Politics18-month timeline of the struggle for Gainesville Regional Utilities Seth Johnson Jul 5, 20245 commentsLaws, ordinances and lawsuits wielded to control GRU.