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In 2016, there was a surge in cleaning services in Gainesville. Some business owners in the industry said this surge has affected their businesses, but others cannot explain the surge.
Read More »New Cleaning Services Surged In Gainesville In 2016
Q & A With Special Agent Jeff Vash, Human Trafficking Investigator
Florida has the third highest number of human trafficking cases in the U.S. FDLE special agent Jeff Vash sheds light on how trafficking cases are investigated and informs on what you can do to help victims in your community.
Read More »“You’re My Neighbor”: Local Organization Promotes Inclusiveness With Yard Signs
Multi-language signs are popping up all over Gainesville yards. Welcoming Gainesville, the nonprofit organization behind it, is handing one to Mayor Lauren Poe Monday at City Hall.
Read More »Caffeination Not Discrimination: Gainesville Coffee Shop Fundraises For ACLU
Volta Coffee, Tea & Chocolate in Gainesville participated in a nationwide movement of coffee shops fundraising for the American Civil Liberties Union this weekend. Volta is donating $800 of its weekend profits to the Florida ACLU chapter.
Read More »GRU Disputes Annual Payments To GREC
GRU disputes annual payments to GREC, which could lead to renegotiation of the 30-year contract.
Read More »Commissioners Vote In Support Of UF And Gainesville Planning Agreement
City commissioners voted to support the mayor in signing an agreement between the City of Gainesville and UF. The agreement would create a formal relationship between the two to work together on development projects of mutual interest.
Read More »Connected Gainesville Launches Initiative To Increase High-Speed Internet Access And Affordability
Connected Gainesville, an initiative to improve broadband connection, launched Wednesday at a City Hall forum. The organization hopes to bring better rates and higher reliability to the city's internet.
Read More »State Employee Pay Hikes On The Table
Under Gov. Rick Scott's budget proposal unveiled this week, Florida state employees might get their first across-the-board pay raises since 2013.
Read More »After 40 Years Serving Gainesville, Burrito Brothers To Close
A Gainesville staple for more than 40 years, Burrito Brothers has struggled for months after business decreased due to the construction of an apartment complex next door. This Saturday, the restaurant will close its doors for the final time.
Read More »Gainesville Regional Business Endorses Craig Carter for Reelection
Gainesville Regional Business endorsed Commissioner Craig Carter for reelection to the Gainesville City Commission for District 3.
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