Getting serious about education
Len Cabrera argues that the joint city/school board goal of getting 100% of 3rd graders to read at grade level isn't serious--and that accomplishing it...
County gives financial backing to CareerSource North Central Florida
At the December 10 County Commission meeting, commissioners decided to provide up to $750,000 in working capital to keep CareerSource North Central Florida afloat....
Congressman Yoho announces that he will not run for re-election
Congressman Ted Yoho announced on Facebook today that he will not run for re-election in 2020....
“Meet and greet” will provide an opportunity to meet City Auditor finalists
The City of Gainesville will host a meet and greet with the finalists for the City Auditor position on Tuesday, December 17, 5:30-7:30pm, in the...
City Commission now requires registration before speaking at its meetings
During its December 5 meeting, the Gainesville City Commission considered new meeting rules that mostly concerned how public comment is handled. The rules are summarized......
City Commission discusses a disparity study, electric scooters, and the Open Letter
In the afternoon session on December 5, the City Commission discussed a disparity study, electric scooters, and a letter to the School Board....
Gainesville selects four City Auditor candidates for interviews
At its December 5 meeting, the Gainesville City Commission selected 4 candidates to interview for the vacant City Auditor job....
Part 2: As you know, Mr. Poe
Debbie Martinez tells Mayor Poe that the people of Gainesville are not stupid....
Vietnam Memorial Bricks to be dedicated
On December 9 at 4:30 pm, there will be a dedication of Memorial Bricks in front of City Hall in Alachua to honor the 48...
City Commission will consider Climate Emergency Resolution and new meeting rules
The City Commission this week will consider a Resolution to declare a Climate Emergency, along with meeting rules that have free speech implications....