Gainesville City Commission approves 14-story building on University Avenue and purchase of smart trash/recycling bins
At the July 17 Gainesville City Commission meeting, Commissioners approved a 14-story apartment building on West University Avenue with only 13 parking spaces, allowed developers...
UPDATED: Upcoming meetings for the City of Gainesville
The Metropolitan Transportation Planning Organization (MTPO) Subcommittee Meeting scheduled for Friday, July 18, at 2:00 p.m. has been canceled....
GRU wins regional award for best-tasting water
GRU is proud to announce that the Murphree Water Treatment Plant has earned three industry awards, recognizing its excellence in water quality, operations, and professionalism. ...
Ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark second milestone of East Gainesville project
The City of Gainesville will celebrate the very foundation of a transformational project in East Gainesville with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on July 18 at the...
Growth, taxes, and what homeowners need to know: Alachua and Newberry events aim to clarify rising concerns
The Alachua County Property Appraiser's Office will hold informational meetings in Alachua (July 29) and Newberry (July 31) to discuss how new construction affects property...
UPDATED WITH COMPLAINTS: City of Alachua employees file complaints against Mayor
Five employees of the City of Alachua have submitted written statements alleging that Mayor Walter Welch walked up to them at a park and "aggressively"...
High Springs City Commission finalizes ballot language for November referendum on Sunday alcohol sales
At the July 10 regular meeting, the High Springs City Commission approved Special Use Permits through the end of the year, allowing the High Springs...
GRU Authority hears updates on lawsuits, responds to public comments
At the July 9 GRU Authority meeting, the board heard updates on GRU operations and the status of several lawsuits; CEO Ed Bielarski also responded...
Gainesville Fire Rescue takes health outreach directly to communities with ‘Healthy Afternoons’
“Healthy Afternoons with Gainesville Fire Rescue” events bring essential health education, preventive services, and community resources to neighborhoods across the city — free for all...
Alachua County Commission hears from Paynes Prairie development opponents, approves first step for Ironwood Industrial Park, sets maximum property tax rates
At the July 8 Alachua County Commission meeting, the board heard from a large number of people about a proposed development near Paynes Prairie, approved...