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.
ElectionsMeet the candidates: Alachua County Commission District 1 Seth Johnson Aug 14, 20242 commentsIncumbent Mary Alford faces Liz Doebler, DeJeon Cain.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County questions code effectiveness as it buys 35-unit inn Seth Johnson Aug 13, 20248 commentsRepairs worth $4 million might add to $2 million purchase price.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County seeks better tree protections, no herbicide at West End Seth Johnson Aug 8, 20240 commentsSite being renovated for upcoming World Masters Athletics Championship in March.
Local NewsAlachua County issues evacuation order, opens shelters Glory Reitz Aug 4, 20240 commentsSchools, government buildings close Monday.
Local NewsAlachua County declares state of emergency, offers sandbags J.C. Derrick Aug 3, 20241 commentMultiple sandbag locations operating all day Saturday.
ElectionsHere’s who qualified for Alachua County’s 2024 elections J.C. Derrick Jun 14, 20245 commentsFields now set for August, November elections.
EducationUF considers P.K. Yonge’s purpose, application process Glory Reitz Jun 13, 20244 commentsPlan of action anticipates new application process, programming.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County votes on major issues in “banner day” Seth Johnson Jun 11, 20244 commentsItems include West End, 2025 budget, investment policy, ballot initiative.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County to change investment policy, continues ballot initiative Seth Johnson May 14, 20247 commentsCounty will stop investing in corporations.
NewsSBAC to explore using properties for housing Seth Johnson Apr 29, 20244 commentsSchool board, BOCC also discuss literacy, parks, gun violence
Local LivingAlachua County Commission to dedicate, rename Santa Fe Lake Park Staff Reports Apr 5, 20240 commentsEvent slated for April 13.
BusinessGainesville Regional Airport breaks ground for parking garage Glory Reitz Feb 20, 20241 commentProject completion expected within a year.
NewsLibrary governing board misses quorum to vote on director evaluation Glory Reitz Feb 8, 20241 commentBackup materials show positive reviews, goals for 2024
NewsWest End Golf Course planned for purchase, possible sports venue Seth Johnson Feb 2, 20240 commentsCommittee forms to plan major 2025 event.
NewsButler Plaza opens Alachua County Sheriff’s Office substation Glory Reitz Jan 25, 20240 commentsSheriff says new precinct helps ACSO operate more where the population is.
NewsLibrary governing board dissolves workplace climate committee Glory Reitz Jan 25, 20243 commentsThree-part motion asks for union to work with library employees to address workplace improvements.