Government + PoliticsFDLE investigates ‘Alachua Nine’ as outside agency pays $15K in voter debts Lillian Hamman Oct 6, 202518 commentsGroup pays almost $15K to help 9 reregister to vote.
Local NewsAlachua City Manager Mike DaRoza resigns Lillian Hamman May 28, 202512 commentsDaRoza submitted a letter of resignation on Monday to Alachua City Commissioners.
Government + PoliticsCity of Alachua on par with budget halfway through 2024-2025 fiscal year Lillian Hamman May 6, 20253 commentsCommission to consider amending alcohol ordinance, resident calls for Boukari removal.
Government + PoliticsAlachua City Commission swears in new mayor, commissioner Lillian Hamman Apr 22, 202529 commentsNew commission moves forward with Fletcher Trace and Westside Commons developments.
ElectionsAlachua votes in new mayor, commissioner Glory Reitz Apr 9, 20256 commentsPolitical newcomers Welch and Fletcher won with campaigns on transparency.
Government + PoliticsCity of Alachua votes down external planner contract Glory Reitz Mar 24, 202518 commentsCity manager responds to resigned planner’s open letter.
ElectionsMeet the Candidates: Alachua Commission 2025 Glory Reitz Mar 21, 20259 commentsMayor, Seat 2 up for election.
Government + PoliticsFormer Alachua planner raises concerns over outside influences, Mill Creek projects Seth Johnson Mar 14, 20259 commentsCity decided not to investigate planner exodus.
Government + PoliticsAlachua calls off inquiry into planning staff departures Glory Reitz Feb 27, 20255 commentsTwo commissioners, mayor say Alachua should look to the future, not the past.
ElectionsDays left to qualify for Alachua, Newberry elections Glory Reitz Feb 20, 20251 commentTwo Alachua County municipalities are gearing up for April elections, with qualifying periods open for new candidates for a few more days. The city of Alachua’s […]
Government + PoliticsCity of Alachua denies preliminary plat for 120-acre subdivision Glory Reitz Feb 11, 20255 commentsSurrounding residents raised concerns about traffic, conservation, flooding.
Government + PoliticsAlachua mayor wins lifetime achievement award Glory Reitz Aug 20, 20240 commentsCoerper is in his fourth term as mayor.
Government + PoliticsCity of Alachua launches project to provide internet in neighborhood parks Staff Reports Aug 5, 20244 commentsCity plans to expand service in future years.
Government + PoliticsCity of Alachua moves forward with 200-acre development Glory Reitz Jul 22, 20241 commentCommission OKs proposed hike in millage rate.
Government + PoliticsAlachua, Alachua County to partner on Pinkoson Spring restoration Glory Reitz May 20, 20241 commentCitizens ask for historic preservation to be prioritized.
BusinessGainesville Regional Airport breaks ground for parking garage Glory Reitz Feb 20, 20241 commentProject completion expected within a year.
Government + PoliticsCity of Alachua offers community help to schools Glory Reitz Jan 22, 20240 commentsBoard members, commissioners talk mentoring
Government + PoliticsAlachua passes first reading of business impact statement Glory Reitz Jan 9, 20240 commentsAlachua Chamber also presented overview of plans for the city’s future.
FeaturedAlachua passes first reading of land development regulation amendments Glory Reitz Nov 28, 20231 commentStaff to clarify language about tree mitigation regulations.
Government + PoliticsAlachua breaks ground on new wellfield Glory Reitz Oct 26, 20230 commentsProject to double city’s current water supply capacity.
NewsAlachua County delegation to meet at Santa Fe, discuss priorities Seth Johnson Oct 24, 20231 commentAnnual delegation meeting set for 1:30 p.m.
BusinessStormwater pipe plant breaks ground in Alachua Glory Reitz Aug 22, 20232 commentsEmployee-owned company expects to create 60 jobs in five years.
NewsCity of Alachua approves solar contract Glory Reitz Jun 26, 20232 comments30-year contract expected to stabilize city’s energy investments.
Local NewsAlachua opens downtown parking to draw activity Seth Johnson Mar 23, 20231 commentDecade-long project cost almost $1 million.