TALLAHASSEE — A federal jury was empaneled Monday in the trial of former Florida Democratic gubernatorial candidate Andrew Gillum, who was indicted last year on corruption charges including wire fraud and lying to federal investigators. Gillum, a former Tallahassee mayor, catapulted to rising-star status in Democratic circles as he campaigned …
Read More »Property-insurer insolvencies are going to hit Florida policyholders in the wallet
Insurance Commissioner Mike Yaworsky issued an order that approved a request by the Florida Insurance Guaranty Association to collect a 1 percent emergency “assessment” to cover costs of claims.
Read More »Alachua County Board approves Water Conservation Month proclamation
WUFT · April is one of the driest periods of the year for Florida April is now Water Conservation Month in Alachua County. “Alachua County is seen as a leader in the field of water conservation,” said Stacie Greco, Water Conservation Coordinator at Alachua County Environmental Protection Department. “We …
Read More »GRU, Gainesville City Commission work to find way out of debt issues
Gainesville Regional Utilities has been the topic of conversation on the local and state levels in recent months, with state Rep. Chuck Clemons this week filing a bill that would change who controls the utility. Ahead of such a drastic possible change, Gainesville Mayor Harvey Ward and city commissioners came …
Read More »As Tax Day nears, free help is available through AARP and United Way
Tax Day is next Tuesday, April 18, and for seniors and other residents with modest income there’s free help available for filing those federal income taxes. The IRS teams up with nonprofit organizations like the United Way and AARP to assist taxpayers through Volunteer Income Tax Assistance and Tax Counseling …
Read More »GRU solutions and opinions arise at latest city agenda meetings
Thursday afternoon marked the latest chapter in the battle among Tallahassee lawmakers, Gainesville city commissioners and concerned residents over the $1.7 billion debt amassed by Gainesville Regional Utilities. Through the regularly scheduled general policy committee meeting in the afternoon followed by the utility advisory board in the evening, city workers …
Read More »Monkey Island receives close to $100,000 for repairs
The Citrus County Board of County Commissioners is giving $98,000 to be used for repairs to the Historic Monkey Island.
Read More »Abortion rights activists lament six-week abortion ban approved by Florida Legislature
Senate Bill 300, sponsored by Sen. Erin Grall (R-Vero Beach), includes a $25 million allocation to fund crisis pregnancy centers throughout the state.
Read More »Battle over Dollar General coming to a close: Alachua County places conservation easement on Micanopy land
Since December 2020, there has been a quiet controversy stirring in Micanopy, a controversy that is finally nearing its end. Aaron Weber, a Micanopy resident, lives one block away from a parcel of land heavy with history. The land is believed to be a native burial site and the location …
Read More »Orange Park and Keystone Heights voters adopt amendments and reelect incumbent
Tommie "Doug" Benefield, 37, a Certified Public Accountant, won reelection to Seat 1 on the Orange Park Town Council with 67.20% of the vote compared with his opponent, Kenneth Radwanski, who got 32.80% of votes. As of Tuesday night, the preliminary results showed there was an 8.96% voter turnout.
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