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The citizens of Gainesville are likely to have three options over who leads GRU in the next year and a half.
Read More »Gainesville Residents Might Face Change Of Governance Over GRU
Officials Proclaim May 1 As “Immigrants’ Rights Day” In Gainesville
City officials celebrated Gainesville's immigrant community yesterday, declaring May 1 as "Immigrant's Rights Day," during May Day festivities at Bo Diddley Plaza.
Read More »City, Ultimate Towing Discuss Towing Ordinances
The owner of Ultimate Towing, sat in on a meeting Tuesday between Mayor Lauren Poe and City Commissioner Adrian Hayes-Santos as they discussed the issues surrounding Gainesville's towing policies.
Read More »Internet In Alachua County: The Options, Prices And Opinions
Internet options across Alachua County are numerous, but spotty service, high prices and limited reach of some have created frustrations among many residents. Read a list of the most commonly used services, their prices and reflections from customers at WUFT.org.
Read More »State Bill Sets Up Possible Local Battle Over GRU Governance
A bill making its way through the state Legislature with good momentum would put a referendum on the Gainesville city ballot in the March 2018 elections that would create a board with authority over Gainesville Regional Utilities.
Read More »Gainesville Towing Company Wants To Drop ‘Spotters’ But Can’t
Ultimate Towing of Gainesville's owner Steve O’Grady announced last week that he wants to stop using spotters at the Sun Center downtown but can't until the city changes its rules on tow companies having photographic evidence of violators.
Read More »Gainesville, Alachua County Dispute Finley Woods Annexation
Gainesville and Alachua County are at odds over the city's proposal to annex the Finley Woods development area southwest of Gainesville, with the two governments now headed for conflict resolution.
Read More »Meet The 2017 Gainesville City Commission District 3 Candidates
Two candidates hope to be elected to Gainesville City Commission to represent District 3, which ranges from 34th Street to I-75.
Read More »Judge Rules in Favor of Hayes-Santos in Residency Trial
Judge Monica Brasington ruled in favor of Gainesville City Commissioner Adrian Hayes-Santos in a case centered around whether or not Hayes-Santos met requirements of residency to be eligible for the District 4 seat.
Read More »Gainesville City Commission Approves Potential Study To Improve Internet Connection
The City of Gainesville will take its first step toward more affordable and accessible internet coverage.
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