Public safety leaders urge caution and awareness while battling brush fires
“The county’s been under a burn ban since November 17. That’s the longest burn ban I can remember in my time as fire chief. The...
Alachua County declares Local State of Emergency in response to active wildfires
This declaration, which will expire in 7 days if it is not extended, reflects the County’s intent to act quickly and decisively in response to...
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Animal shelter seeks short-term rescues out of abundance of caution due to fire
Out of an abundance of caution, ACAR is seeking short-term fosters. If you are able to foster an animal while we continue to monitor the...
Public invited to provide input on the Animal Resources Director finalist
One of the two finalists for the Animal Resources director position has withdrawn her application, and Alachua County residents will have two opportunities to hear...
April 21 Alachua County Commission and City of Hawthorne Commission Joint Meeting
The Alachua County Commission and the City of Hawthorne Commission will conduct a joint meeting on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. ...
Alachua County extends burn ban
After reviewing Alachua County’s current wildland fire conditions and in consultation with state officials, the mandatory countywide burn ban has been extended and will remain...
Gainesville constructing new fire stations to meet growing demand
Construction of Fire Station #3 is expected to begin in late May, with the facility relocating from its original site at 900 NE Waldo Road...
Gainesville City Commission allocates $78k in GCRA funds to Matheson History Museum, $52k to Seagle Building
During the morning session of their April 16 meeting, the Gainesville City Commission voted to grant $78,307 in GCRA funds to the Matheson History Museum,...
City of Gainesville to break ground on police property and evidence building on April 24
City of Gainesville officials invite area neighbors to a groundbreaking ceremony for the new GPD Property and Evidence Building at 10 a.m. on April 24...
Public invited to meet with Animal Resources Director finalists
Residents are invited to attend an informal meet-and-greet from 5 to 7 p.m. on April 20 in the basement of the Hippodrome State Theatre. This...