Government + PoliticsAlachua County selects new district map for future vote Seth Johnson Oct 14, 20251 commentCommission also sets state priorities.
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 + PoliticsAlachua County, MV Transportation consider how to fill potential 7-month transit gap Seth Johnson Oct 7, 20252 commentsGainesville’s in-house move causes ripples.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County asks for pause on demolition of Thelma Boltin Center Seth Johnson Sep 9, 202515 commentsCounty said it was disappointed with communication.
News‘Rally for Rainbow Visibility’ protests removal of Gainesville’s rainbow crosswalks Lillian Hamman Aug 15, 202522 commentsCity and county officials encourage people to continue supporting LGBTQ+ community.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County approves rezoning near Newnans Lake, praises concessions Seth Johnson Aug 12, 20254 commentsConditions announced for dark sky lighting, roadway access.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County evaluates 3 new commissioner district maps for 2026 Seth Johnson Aug 7, 202512 commentsNew districts could force moves ahead of next election.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County commissioners appointed to Florida Association of Counties positions Staff Reports Jul 10, 20250 commentsKen Cornell re-appointed to chair of Community & Urban Affairs Policy Committee.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County to assume control of sports and event center this fall Seth Johnson Jul 8, 20259 commentsCommission questions budget, parking plans.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County remains in holding pattern on animal services, eastside housing Seth Johnson Jun 24, 20255 commentsCommission eyes alternative to UF property.
Government + PoliticsHigh Springs punts repeal of Sunday alcohol ordinance Lillian Hamman Jun 6, 20253 commentsCity to partner with county on Canoe Outpost projects.
Government + PoliticsArcher gets loan from Alachua County, referred to Newberry for remaining funds Seth Johnson May 28, 20250 commentsFunds needed for water, wastewater projects.
Government + PoliticsCounty to consider improving roads jointly owned with Newberry Lillian Hamman May 13, 20250 commentsNewberry city building vacancies to create opportunities for county satellite offices.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County Commission moves to test air quality around Florence Landfill Lillian Hamman Apr 9, 20250 commentsSix-month plan will collect data samples ahead of landfill’s closure.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County considers sheriff’s office salaries, carports Seth Johnson Feb 25, 20252 commentsSheriff to raise starting salaries.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County continues negotiations with UF on animal services Seth Johnson Feb 20, 20252 commentsDraft contract expected later this year.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County Commission moves to close Florence Landfill early Seth Johnson Jan 28, 20251 commentLandfill permit currently allowed under state law extension.
Government + PoliticsWith help, Archer begins to dig out of financial crisis Glory Reitz Nov 27, 20247 commentsConsultant Dallas Lee reports multiple issues, city asks county for help.
Government + PoliticsBOCC votes on rural broadband, dedicates $1M to Mill Creek development Seth Johnson Nov 12, 20240 commentsCounty commission selects new chair, vice chair.
ElectionsAlford, Prizzia win reelection to Alachua County Commission Seth Johnson Nov 5, 20241 commentNo changes to commission in first single-member district election.
EducationGainesville, Alachua County move forward with school speed cameras Seth Johnson Oct 11, 202410 commentsTickets could come for those driving 10+ over the speed limit.
Government + PoliticsAlford, Arreola, Johnson, Scott among primary winners Seth Johnson Aug 20, 20246 commentsPrimaries set up host of contested races in November.
Government + PoliticsOne-off election format? How Alachua County single-member districts work Seth Johnson Aug 16, 20244 commentsVoters in District 1 and 3 to select commissioners from designated areas in November.
HealthUF Health cuts ribbon on Eastside urgent care center Glory Reitz Aug 14, 20240 commentsClinic to open on Thursday.