Government + PoliticsAlachua County Commission votes on procurement plan, hunting Seth Johnson Dec 6, 20230 commentsCommissioners also look to limit trailer trucks on certain roads.
HealthLocal leaders sign plaque for Eastside urgent care Glory Reitz Nov 30, 20233 commentsUrgent care center to open mid-2024
Government + PoliticsAlachua County Commission selects Alford as next chair Seth Johnson Nov 14, 20230 commentsCommissioner Chuck Chestnut will serve as vice chair.
Government + PoliticsGainesville, Alachua County extend $8 million radio sale amid delays Seth Johnson Sep 29, 20232 commentsNew state law could completely halt the sale.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County to move legal notices onto county website Seth Johnson Sep 27, 20232 commentsCounty says move will increase audience.
Government + PoliticsBOCC narrows focus of future inclusionary zoning Seth Johnson Sep 19, 20233 commentsCommissioners spoke against a blanket policy.
Government + PoliticsCounty asks GNV to reconsider Thelma Boltin Center Seth Johnson Sep 8, 20233 comments City plans to take next steps on Sept. 21.
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.
Government + PoliticsBOCC commissioners appointed to 6 state committees Staff Reports Aug 16, 20230 commentsThree Alachua County commissioners will serve on six committees.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County OKs Gainesville wetland payment Seth Johnson Jul 13, 20230 commentsPayment covers development impacts on Hawthorne Road.
Government + PoliticsBOCC pauses meat processing plant until August Seth Johnson Jul 11, 20231 commentCounty Commission requests another meeting with Newberry.
Government + PoliticsBOCC, Newberry move forward with agreement Glory Reitz Jul 11, 20234 commentsCity and county staff to work on creating a plan to improve CR 337.
NewsCornell appointed to Finance and Audit Committee Staff Reports Jul 10, 20231 commentFlorida Association of Counties board selects Alachua County Commissioner to serve.
NewsAlachua County to weigh GNV budget cuts, impacts Seth Johnson Jun 28, 20232 commentsGNV requests financing for GRACE Marketplace.
Government + PoliticsBOCC dispenses $2 million in reserves for tourism Seth Johnson Jun 27, 20231 commentNonprofits can apply for funds.
Government + PoliticsGovernor’s veto slashes meat processing funding Camille Broadway Jun 16, 20230 commentsCounty Commissioner Ken Cornell urges colleagues to use veto as an “off-ramp” on Newberry project.
Government + PoliticsCounty manager proposes another tax rate cut Camille Broadway Jun 13, 20230 commentsReduced tax rate still projected to raise almost $153 million in 2024.
NewsChildren’s Trust amends strategic plan Glory Reitz Jun 13, 20230 commentsTrust will maintain its millage rate but plans further review for next year’s budget.
Government + PoliticsBOCC takes up meat plant, impact fees Seth Johnson Jun 6, 20233 commentsCounty may raise square footage cap on fire fee.
Government + PoliticsBOCC aims to host three-week athletics competition Seth Johnson May 24, 20231 commentWorld Masters Athletics would draw around 6,500 visitors.
Government + PoliticsBOCC settles $12 million in city grant funds Seth Johnson May 23, 20233 commentsCommission also approves roads plan.
NewsBOCC settles for $2.9 million after revoking grant Seth Johnson May 9, 20233 commentsCounty now owns the land proposed for housing.
NewsBOCC updated on timelines for free jail calls Seth Johnson Apr 25, 20230 commentsCentral receiving facility expected June 2024.
NewsACPS begins rezoning with first input meeting Seth Johnson Apr 19, 20230 commentsOvercapacity schools expect more students.