Local NewsJudge denies GRU attempt to stop referendum J.C. Derrick Aug 9, 202510 commentsGRU appeal of April decision still ongoing.
HealthGRU completes mandated water service inventory for all residences Seth Johnson Oct 17, 20240 commentsNew guidelines aimed at reducing lead exposure.
Government + PoliticsRevisited: GRU preps wastewater response to storms Seth Johnson Oct 9, 20242 commentsMillions of extra gallons challenge system during storms.
Local NewsHelene inflicts ‘tremendous’ amount of tree damage in Gainesville J.C. Derrick Sep 27, 20241 commentNo injuries reported in Gainesville.
ElectionsAfrican American Accountability Alliance to host 3 election forums Staff Reports Jul 26, 20240 commentsFirst forum for primary candidates is scheduled for Sunday.
NewsGas leak sparks evacuation in northwest Gainesville J.C. Derrick Jun 19, 20241 commentGas leak remained active for about 45 minutes.
Government + PoliticsMemo: GRU Authority ballot initiative could cost $28 million Seth Johnson May 30, 202410 commentsCredit rating agencies keeping close watch.
Government + PoliticsGainesville approves GRU Authority ballot initiative Glory Reitz May 23, 202410 commentsGainesville residents to vote in November.
NewsGRU Authority votes to increase charges to Gainesville Seth Johnson Feb 8, 20245 commentsCost changes voted for next fiscal year.
NewsGRU Authority votes for joint meeting with Gainesville City Commission Seth Johnson Jan 18, 20244 commentsAuthority delays action on $15.3 million transfer.
NewsGainesville Regional Utilities lowers fuel cost rate by 5 mills Seth Johnson Dec 1, 20235 commentsNew rate marks the fourth reduction in 2023.
NewsLawmakers vote to open probe into Gainesville bond delay Seth Johnson Oct 18, 20234 commentsDelay resulted in an extra $2.9 million cost to city.
Local NewsCommission passes GRU budget, rate increases Seth Johnson Aug 9, 20237 commentsFinal votes to come at September meetings.
Local NewsGainesville sets up process for GRU control switch Camille Broadway Jul 27, 20233 commentsCommission directs staff to review ordinances, create plans while continuing legal challenge.
Government + PoliticsDeSantis signs bill changing GRU control Seth Johnson Jun 28, 202320 commentsNew authority board set to start Oct. 1.
Government + PoliticsCity Commission allocates $250K to fight GRU bill Seth Johnson Jun 22, 20235 commentsGNV also approves trunked radio sale to county.
Local NewsGNV wins water conservation pledge contest Staff Reports May 31, 20231 commentNational challenge will offer individual prizes to some participants
Government + PoliticsFlorida House passes GRU bill with debate Seth Johnson Apr 27, 202310 commentsBoth parties talk of hostile takeovers.
Local NewsGRU announces rate adjustments C.J. Gish Mar 28, 20230 commentsResidents could see potential reductions in electric and gas usage.
Local NewsCity readies lobbyists, counsel against GRU bill Seth Johnson Mar 23, 20238 commentsCommission pushes for legislative amendments.
Government + PoliticsGainesville signs off on radio system sale Seth Johnson Mar 2, 20231 commentCity, county praise $8 million deal.
Government + PoliticsBOCC approves $8M radio purchase, waits for GNV Seth Johnson Mar 1, 20232 commentsCity to vote Thursday on sale.
Government + PoliticsGNV: All options on table to deal with debt Seth Johnson Feb 27, 202313 commentsCommissioners discuss legislators’ demands.
Government + PoliticsCharter, bonds might hold up radio system sale Seth Johnson Dec 16, 20222 commentsAlachua County wants to buy emergency radio system soon.