Government + PoliticsGNV votes to divide power district, prep for bids Seth Johnson Jun 8, 20235 commentsAppraisals puts price at $22 million.
Local NewsSuwannee County lands $9.6M state grant Staff Reports May 31, 20230 commentsGrant to fund wastewater treatment plant.
EducationDeSantis signs Perry’s music education bill Seth Johnson May 30, 20231 commentBill follows years-long UF study.
Local NewsTrenton, Chiefland, more win broadband grants J.C. Derrick May 26, 20231 commentAnnouncement marks third round of broadband funding since February.
NewsDeSantis announces bid for White House Leo Briceno | World News Group May 25, 20230 commentsFlorida governor joins eight other Republicans for 2024 presidential nomination.
Government + PoliticsState funds headed to Alachua County, North Florida Seth Johnson May 19, 20231 commentAppropriations awaiting governor approval.
NewsNew law cuts funding to local immigrant ID program Seth Johnson May 17, 20233 commentsLocal nonprofits respond to state immigration bill.
Government + PoliticsGRU to cut unfilled positions, reduce maintenance Seth Johnson May 15, 20236 commentsReductions come as next step in debt plan.
Government + PoliticsDeSantis signs Rex and Brody Act into law Seth Johnson May 12, 20231 commentLaw blocks access to certain autopsy reports
EducationFlorida bans social media on school district devices Lauren Canterberry | World News Group May 10, 20230 commentsGov. Ron DeSantis signs four education bills into law on Tuesday.
NewsCitizens prepare lawsuit over state’s GRU bill Seth Johnson May 9, 202313 commentsLocal group retains Jacksonville law firm.
Government + PoliticsGNV establishes formula for GRU money transfer Seth Johnson May 4, 20232 commentsGPD updates on quarter statistics.
NewsRex and Brody Act unanimously passes Legislature Seth Johnson Apr 28, 20233 commentsBill awaits governor’s signature.
Government + PoliticsFlorida House passes GRU bill with debate Seth Johnson Apr 27, 202310 commentsBoth parties talk of hostile takeovers.
Government + PoliticsOpponents sound off on GRU bill at city meeting Seth Johnson Apr 21, 202327 commentsWard worries about potential transition.
NewsHinson aims to secure source of stolen guns Seth Johnson Apr 21, 20237 commentsFiled bill regulates conveyance storage.
NewsLive Oak to receive broadband funds Staff Reports Apr 10, 20231 comment$5M award will expand internet access.
NewsStarke receives community center renovation funds Staff Reports Mar 28, 20231 commentProject to get $700K through FDOE programs.
Local NewsGRU announces rate adjustments C.J. Gish Mar 28, 20230 commentsResidents could see potential reductions in electric and gas usage.
NewsProposed bill could change GRU governance Seth Johnson Mar 15, 202324 commentsAlachua County delegation to meet Friday.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County cities awarded nearly $30 million Staff Reports Feb 11, 20232 commentsFunds aimed at wastewater projects.
NewsTwo candidates announce bid for District 22 seat Mainstreet Daily News Feb 7, 20231 commentRaemi Eagle-Glenn, Robert Woody looks to replace Chuck Clemons in 2024.
NewsGovernor proposes $479 million I-75 project Seth Johnson Feb 6, 20236 commentsLocal senator calls project ‘temporary.’
Local NewsWard talks UF relationship, Sasse start Seth Johnson Feb 4, 20232 commentsMayor brushes aside political differences.