EducationSchool Board of Alachua County approves zoning changes, school closures Nick Anschultz Mar 13, 20260 commentsStephen Foster and Joseph Williams Elementary Schools axed following split vote.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County launches whistleblower investigation into animal shelter Seth Johnson Mar 10, 20264 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, 20269 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.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County board selects new director to direct transportation organization Seth Johnson Dec 16, 20250 commentsMTPO transitioning to in-house staff.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County, Gainesville receive updates on cultural arts and food hub Seth Johnson Dec 10, 20252 commentsFood hub pilot scheduled for 2026.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County makes 4 tweaks to land development code Seth Johnson Dec 9, 20250 commentsChanges further poultry limits, align with new state laws.
EducationChildren’s Trust of Alachua County selects new leadership for 2026 Nick Anschultz Dec 9, 20250 commentsBoard members elected new chair, vice chair and treasurer at meeting.
NewsChildren’s Trust of Alachua County reviews strategic plan Nick Anschultz Nov 11, 20252 commentsBoard members hear latest update at workshop.
ElectionsHigh Springs re-elects Grunder, approves extended Sunday alcohol sales Lillian Hamman Nov 5, 20254 commentsMayoral terms limited to one year.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County selects new district map for future vote Seth Johnson Oct 14, 20251 commentCommission also sets state priorities.
EducationChildren’s Trust of Alachua County approves 6% raise for executive director Nick Anschultz Oct 13, 20258 commentsCTAC staff also receive same pay increase.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County to consider redistricting on tight timeline for 2026 Seth Johnson Oct 10, 20253 commentsCommission would need to pick map at next meeting.
Government + PoliticsStatewide lawsuit challenging local planning restrictions includes Alachua Lillian Hamman Sep 30, 20250 commentsAlachua County Commission votes against joining SB 180 lawsuit.
EducationChildren’s Trust of Alachua County approves final $17M budget Nick Anschultz Sep 22, 20250 commentsBoard also passes 0.45 millage rate in final TRIM hearing.