Volunteer applications are open for Hoggetowne Medieval Faire
The City of Gainesville is looking for volunteers from Wednesday, Jan. 22, to Sunday, Jan. 26, for a variety of positions at the faire....
Discover 200 – A Bicentennial Line-up
The County is hosting “Discover 200 – A Bicentennial Celebration” at 1 p.m. at Depot Park and Heartwood Soundstage. Click for info about parking and...
Alachua County Equity Advisory Board invites community to listening session
The Alachua County Equity Advisory Board is hosting a listening session on Thursday, Jan. 16, at 6 p.m. at Greater Bethel AME Church...
Discover 200 set times and event update
Due to cooler weather in the evening, we have adjusted the end time of the event from 10 p.m. to 8 p.m. Those wanting to...
Gainesville’s Cold Night Shelter Program extended Jan. 9, 11, and 12
Gainesville's Cold Night Shelter Program will be extended to Jan. 9, 11, and 12 but not Jan. 10 (Friday)....
Alachua County Commission discusses commercial vehicles parking along roads, planned development policies, and tree protection
At their January 7 special meeting, the Alachua County Commission discussed commercial vehicle parking in County rights-of-way, policies relating to planned developments, and tree protection...
2025 Survivors of Violence Art Exhibit submissions
Survivors of violence are invited to contribute original artwork to the 2025 Survivors of Violence Art Exhibit in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month (April)....
Draft local bill would “send a clear message” that GRU Authority will continue to govern the utility
State Rep. Chad Johnson has distributed a proposed local bill that would strengthen the GRU Authority's powers and nullify the vote to return governance of...
County identifies possible source of foul odor in Gainesville
According to an email from Alachua County Environmental Protection Department Director Steve Hofstetter, the foul odor reported around Gainesville may be caused by chicken litter...
“We will lead with love”: City Commissioners describe goals for the next few years
Three Gainesville City Commissioners were sworn in today, and the City Commission held a brief Special Meeting. Commissioners also briefly discussed a local bill that...