Local NewsImpact of new homelessness law remains unclear Glory Reitz Oct 17, 20241 commentMayor Ward says he expects little effect to city’s homelessness response.
NewsGRACE Marketplace CEO resigns, new interim appointed Staff Reports Oct 10, 20240 commentsDeCarmine spent 7 years leading homeless shelter.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County OKs homeless outreach Seth Johnson Oct 9, 20242 commentsBOCC also hears update on $133M construction, approves temporary use permit.
Government + PoliticsGainesville commission extends GRACE Marketplace contract by one year Seth Johnson Sep 5, 20243 commentsCity approves $1.9 million for homeless organization.
NewsLocal homeless services nonprofits get $776K in grant cycle Seth Johnson Jul 30, 20240 commentsFunds sent through Continuum of Care.
Government + PoliticsGainesville fences Lynch Park as part of refresh efforts Seth Johnson May 10, 20241 commentMultiple homeless individuals moved from park to shelter.
Government + PoliticsGainesville enters budget season dependent on DeSantis appointments Seth Johnson May 7, 20243 commentsStaff presented two proposed budgets that hinge on utility funding.
NewsHomeless services search for lead agency to keep funding intact Seth Johnson Apr 1, 20243 commentsUnited Way decided to step away from role.
Government + PoliticsHinson reviews session, explains vote on homeless bill Seth Johnson Mar 28, 20244 commentsState representative surprised by UF's abrupt DEI actions.
NewsGainesville activates Cold Night Shelter Program Staff Reports Mar 18, 20240 commentsTemperature to drop below 45 degrees Monday through Wednesday.
Government + PoliticsWard touts Gainesville’s accomplishments with federal funding Glory Reitz Mar 4, 20242 commentsMayor writes op-ed in conjunction with mayors across country ahead of State of the Union address.
NewsSt. Francis House aims to relocate, bolster finances Seth Johnson Feb 29, 20247 commentsNonprofit will continue its homelessness outreach in Gainesville.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County OKs container home project at Scottish Inn Seth Johnson Feb 27, 20242 commentsPilot project to build 23 units.
Government + PoliticsGainesville OKs plan to create 30 more homeless shelter beds Seth Johnson Feb 22, 20245 commentsCommission also moves forward with sale of old fire station.
NewsGainesville redirects funds to deal with downtown homelessness Seth Johnson Feb 15, 20248 commentsCommissioners authorized $850,000 for homelessness, gun violence.
NewsGainesville activates Cold Night Shelter Program for weekend Staff Reports Jan 19, 20240 commentsOvernight temperatures forecasted to be in high 20s to low 30s Friday through Sunday.
NewsGainesville activates Cold Night Shelter Program Staff Reports Dec 28, 20230 commentsTemperatures to dip under 45 for next four nights.
NewsGainesville to open Cold Night Shelter Program with cold temps looming Staff Reports Dec 18, 20231 commentForecast projects four straight nights below 45 degrees.
Local LivingHippodrome Theatre Christmas plays to premiere Thanksgiving weekend Staff Reports Nov 20, 20230 comments"The Ultimate Christmas Show" and “A Christmas Carol” will both run during holiday season.
NewsCommunity Foundation celebrates 25 years Glory Reitz Nov 3, 20230 commentsEvent commemorates lives, organizations changed through philanthropy.
FeaturedCold Night Shelter Program to activate for Wednesday night Staff Reports Oct 31, 20230 commentsForecast calls for temperatures below 45 degrees.
Government + PoliticsBOCC provides one-year extension for GRACE program Seth Johnson Sep 6, 20231 commentCounty wants to consider new structure for program going forward.
Local NewsBOCC closes GRACE budget gap, studies larger role Seth Johnson Aug 29, 20232 commentsAlachua County examines taking control of outreach team and covering $350,000 shortfall.
NewsGRACE Marketplace to reduce services Glory Reitz Aug 21, 20233 commentsShelter to change hours, capacity and meals availability to maintain operations after budget cuts.