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The special district has $1 billion in outstanding bond debt.
Read More »Gainesville City Commission hopes residents come around to idea of new affordable apartment complex
Commissioner David Arreola said he recognizes residents’ complaints but wants them to come around to the idea and support the construction of the apartment complex.
Read More »The Point, April 28, 2022: UF fired its soccer coach after one season
Nearly a dozen players quit the program this past year.
Read More »The Point, April 27, 2022: Governor schedules Florida’s special session to deal with property insurance rates
It will begin May 23.
Read More »The Point, April 26, 2022: Alachua County purchased nearly 4,000 acres near the Putnam County line. Here’s what it plans to do with the land
The 2,200 acres of pine flatwoods on the purchased property had been used for timber production and will be restored by reforestation with longleaf pine and prescribed fire.
Read More »Q&A: Upcycling furniture is making its mark in Newberry
Hardwood & Honey, a Newberry upcycling furniture store, is sustaining a desire for this style of home furnishings in smaller cities in the region, according to customers.
Read More »Tiny home owners across Florida are seeking peace with local governments
Tiny houses are typically under 600 square feet, which their owners say allows them to lead simplistic, environmentally friendly lives. The homes can be built on foundations or on wheels, thus offering greater to freedom to travel, and sales boosted during the pandemic.
Read More »The Point, April 22, 2022: Florida Legislature passes redistricting plan, along with repeal of Disney’s special status
Lawmakers in control pushed past protests on Thursday to accomplish their goals.
Read More »The Lede || Season V Episode II: One with nature
In this edition of The Lede and The Lede Verified, we discuss how nature impacts the community. We also showcase a Marion County business started by a University of Florida student. Plus, we introduce you to The Lede Sports Verified.
Read More »Man accused of killing UF student in a hit-and-run expected to change plea Monday
Six days after University of Florida student Margaret “Maggie” Paxton was killed in a high-profile hit-and-run accident, Gainesville police traced the ownership of the car suspected of striking her to a man who worked at a local auto repair shop.
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