NewsNew Hawthorne Library on schedule to open in early 2026 Lillian Hamman Aug 6, 202510,000-square-foot building budgeted for $3.5 million.
News3D printing to sewing: Headquarters library unveils new MakerSpace Seth Johnson Mar 22, 2025Area provides tools, materials for patrons’ projects.
NewsLibrary governing board establishes proposed millage rates Glory Reitz Jul 11, 2024Board also discusses parking lot liability.
Education24 students earn Citizen of the Year honors J.C. Derrick May 22, 2024Winners based on academic achievement, community involvement.
Government + PoliticsLibrary district’s long-range plan prioritizes growth, expansion Glory Reitz Apr 24, 2024Alachua County Library District earns 19th clean audit report in a row.
NewsLibrary governing board misses quorum to vote on director evaluation Glory Reitz Feb 8, 2024Backup materials show positive reviews, goals for 2024
NewsLibrary governing board dissolves workplace climate committee Glory Reitz Jan 25, 2024Three-part motion asks for union to work with library employees to address workplace improvements.
NewsLibrary staffers raise concerns about workplace environment Glory Reitz Jan 17, 2024Appointees from delayed ad hoc committee plan to request committee be reinstated.
Government + PoliticsLibrary district approves $21.6 million budget for FY24 Glory Reitz Oct 2, 2023Millage rate rises 7.04% over rollback rate.
Local LivingLibrary district adds 100 WiFi2Gos C.J. Gish Jul 6, 2022Alachua County Library District Foundation donation helps acquire new mobile hotspots.