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Tag Archives: Alachua County news
South Carolinian James Bourey in lead for Alachua County manager job
By Ethan Magoc and Forrest Smith on May 21st, 2013 | Last updated: May 23, 2013 at 8:05 am
As commissioners ranked candidates, Bourey was first, Stockton Whitten of Brevard County was second and Charles Oliver of Pensacola was third.
April 1, 2013: Afternoon News In 90
By Shaneece Dixon on April 1st, 2013 | Last updated: April 4, 2013 at 2:44 pm
A video round-up of local, state and national stories for readers in North Central Florida:
Alachua County volunteers participate in virtual cemetery project
By Amanda Di Lella and Cassandra Vangellow on December 4th, 2012 | Last updated: December 4, 2012 at 2:29 pm
The Alachua County Virtual Cemetery Project is preserving the county’s past by cleaning gravestones and posting photos online.
Florida lawmakers move to tackle ethics issues
By Kelly Price and Ryan Lacher on November 30th, 2012 | Last updated: December 3, 2012 at 2:49 pm
Florida lawmakers are looking to kill the state’s reputation as the country’s most corrupt. Officials sent out surveys to the state’s counties and localities, asking for suggestions or constructive criticism.
Holiday giving promoted through #GivingTuesday
By Rochelle Alleyne on November 26th, 2012 | Last updated: November 26, 2012 at 4:03 pm
Following the Black Friday and Cyber Monday rush, the United Nations Foundation is working to promote a spirit of charitable giving through the hashtag, #GivingTuesday.
In the News: early voting down, meningitis victims catch another sickness, political groups spend $500b, Sandy and voters
By Kelly Price on November 5th, 2012 | Last updated: November 5, 2012 at 3:59 pm
Second Illness Infects Meningitis Sufferers – People recovering from meningitis in an outbreak sparked by a contaminated steroid may experience a second ailment. The new problem, called an epidural abscess, is an infection near the spine at the site where [...]
Homicide suspect found in Alabama; victim identified
By Forrest Smith on October 29th, 2012 | Last updated: October 29, 2012 at 3:21 pm
The man authorities believe is responsible for the death of a man found on West University Avenue is now in custody, according to Gainesville police. Police have also identified the victim of the fatal stabbing, which is said to have been the result of a disagreement over money.
Early voting begins Saturday for Alachua County
By Hana Engroff on October 26th, 2012 | Last updated: October 29, 2012 at 3:24 pm
Alachua County voters looking to avoid long lines at the polls Nov. 6 have a chance to vote early Saturday until Nov. 3. Early voters must present both picture and signature identification in order to vote.
Fair reaches out to local homeless community
By Kelly Price on October 25th, 2012 | Last updated: December 20, 2012 at 3:58 pm
Attendance at the 14th annual Breakfast on the Plaza and Homeless Services Fair at Bo Diddley Plaza Thursday was higher than ever. The event, sponsored by the Alachua County Coalition for the Homeless and Hungry, featured services for homeless and their [...]
Alachua County begins processing absentee ballots
By Dana Winter on October 25th, 2012 | Last updated: December 20, 2012 at 4:01 pm
The Alachua County Supervisor of Elections office has received more than 30,000 requests for absentee ballots. The Canvassing Board reviews these requests and has already returned more than 11,000.
