Local NewsAlachua County wins bid to rehost World Masters Athletics in 2027 Staff Reports Nov 4, 20250 commentsChampionships brought 17,000 visitors in March.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County selects new district map for future vote Seth Johnson Oct 14, 20251 commentCommission also sets state priorities.
Government + PoliticsAnimal control services may shift to Alachua County Sheriff Office Seth Johnson Aug 5, 20256 commentsAlachua County currently handles cases for animal abuse, dog fights and strays through its Animal Services Department, but county officials gave tentative approval to shift these […]
Government + PoliticsFlorida DOGE to audit Alachua County offices next week Seth Johnson Aug 5, 202514 commentsState letter includes 51 informational requests.
NewsAlachua County’s Harold Theus named Florida’s Fire Chief of the Year Staff Reports Jul 22, 20250 commentsTheus started with Alachua County Fire Rescue in 1994.
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 + PoliticsAlachua County sends default letter to Celebration Pointe over contract violations Seth Johnson Jun 10, 202511 commentsCounty hasn’t received financial reporting details.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County continues negotiations with UF on animal services Seth Johnson Feb 20, 20252 commentsDraft contract expected later this year.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County approves tentative timeline for Archer repayments Seth Johnson Jan 14, 20254 commentsCity misspent $300,000 in surtax funds.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County area to lose federal grant funding after miscommunications Seth Johnson Dec 17, 202411 commentsCounty commissioner said it's an embarrassment.
Local LivingAlachua County announces bicentennial celebration kickoff Staff Reports Dec 13, 20241 commentCounty founded on Dec. 29, 1824, and declared 2025 as “Discover 200 Year.”
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.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County moves forward with World Masters Athletics championship Glory Reitz Jul 9, 20246 commentsWest End planned for javelin, hammer throw events.
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.
NewsAlachua County to buy West End Golf Course Seth Johnson May 28, 20248 commentsCounty also adopts cameras in school zones, opens housing development proposals.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County hears initial budgets by constitutional officers Seth Johnson May 8, 20240 commentsCounty manager to present proposed budget in July.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County OKs purchase of Sunrise Inn owned by St. Francis House Seth Johnson Apr 23, 20245 commentsCommissioners discuss Waldo projects.
Local LivingAlachua County opens registration for 2024 Citizens Academy Staff Reports Mar 12, 20240 commentsAcademy is free but participants must register by March 17.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County works on new animal services shelter location Seth Johnson Jan 24, 20240 commentsCounty has draft agreement with UF for land near campus.
NewsAlachua County delegation to meet at Santa Fe, discuss priorities Seth Johnson Oct 24, 20231 commentAnnual delegation meeting set for 1:30 p.m.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County votes on 2024 taxes, assessments Seth Johnson Sep 12, 20231 commentProperty tax, stormwater assessment to increase.
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.
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.