Government + PoliticsAlachua County acts on Wahoo, Lakeshore Drive and Westside Christian School Seth Johnson May 26, 20261 commentSewer debate causes delayed vote on school plans.
Local NewsGainesville, Alachua County honor Memorial Day at Evergreen Cemetery Lillian Hamman May 25, 20265 commentsCemetery unveils new monument for Gold Star families.
Government + PoliticsNewberry projects $2.2M setback if property taxes eliminated Lillian Hamman May 12, 20263 commentsHarvest Singularity greenhouse groundbreaking on May 26.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County’s rural broadband deployment passes 80% mark Seth Johnson May 12, 20262 commentsWindstream installing the fiber in four main areas.
NewsAlachua County Fire Chief Harold Theus announces retirement Staff Reports May 8, 20260 commentsFinal day in office will be May 29.
NewsLibrary district breaks ground on Micanopy’s first stand-alone library Lillian Hamman May 6, 20260 commentsEmpty Town Hall space could see sheriff substation.
Government + PoliticsGainesville’s RTS loses riders with route cuts, new station planned for Tower Road Seth Johnson May 5, 20267 commentsFigures show loss of half a million passengers in first six months.
Government + PoliticsHawthorne, Alachua County to seek Santa Fe College satellite campus funding Lillian Hamman Apr 23, 20261 commentLibrary to hold grand opening on Saturday.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County opens renovated motels for permanent supportive housing Seth Johnson Apr 21, 202612 comments67 units to be occupied next week.
Government + PoliticsAnimal shelter stays top priority at Alachua County along with Archer Road project Seth Johnson Apr 14, 20264 commentsGRU agrees to easement amendment.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County negotiates with GRU over 5 live oak trees stalling construction Seth Johnson Apr 7, 202611 commentsCounty wants to change design plans on Parker Road; trees already damaged.
EducationSchool Board of Alachua County approves zoning changes, school closures Nick Anschultz Mar 13, 20264 commentsStephen Foster and Joseph Williams Elementary Schools axed following split vote.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County launches whistleblower investigation into animal shelter Seth Johnson Mar 10, 20265 commentsFormer staff claim mismanagement.
Government + PoliticsGainesville, Alachua County repeat delay request on school rezoning Seth Johnson Mar 9, 20266 commentsJoint meeting questioned aspects of school district’s plan.
EducationSchool Board of Alachua County favors multiple closures ahead of March 12 vote Lillian Hamman Mar 4, 20267 commentsKen Cornell urges board to consider East Gainesville investment.
NewsArcher Community Center, City Hall fates up in the air Lillian Hamman Feb 20, 20261 commentAlachua County Commissioners and Community Center pioneer support the historic Center’s preservation.
EducationEast Gainesville town hall meeting addresses proposed school closures Nick Anschultz Feb 17, 20261 commentMeeting held Monday at Day Springs Missionary Baptist Church.
BusinessWildFlowers music festival in Melrose approved by Alachua County commission Seth Johnson Feb 11, 20260 commentsSupporters, opponents packed the county chamber.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County aims to bolster farmers markets with grants Seth Johnson Feb 4, 202610 commentsVote follows countywide survey.
Government + PoliticsGainesville metro transportation board settles on new name with ampersand Seth Johnson Feb 3, 20263 commentsOrganization to rebrand as in-house staff take over.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County greenlighted for UF land deal, $30M animal shelter Seth Johnson Jan 28, 20265 commentsSheriff’s office to begin animal enforcement.
Local NewsGainesville readies to open $2 million grant pool for NE Eighth Avenue area Staff Reports Jan 10, 20262 commentsGrants aim to revitalize area.
Local LivingAlachua County invites local artists to display work in administration building Staff Reports Jan 7, 20260 commentsApplication must be submitted online.
Elections15 candidates ready for Florida House, Senate, Alachua County and Gainesville races Seth Johnson Jan 2, 20260 commentsIncumbents term limited and stepping down.