Small-Town Police Departments Having Trouble Finding, Keeping Officers

April 7, 2017 Public safety 0

Small police departments like Williston's 12-man team keep the community and police department in sync, but lower pay and lack of promotion makes it hard to recruit.

State Bill Sets Up Possible Local Battle Over GRU Governance

April 6, 2017 Government and politics 0

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.

Gainesville Homeless Center To Provide Shelter During Tonight’s Bad Weather

April 5, 2017 Weather 0

The storm expected to hit Gainesville tonight is expected to be strong and has tornado potential. Officials suggest residents should get batteries and tie down loose items outdoors.

At GRU Public Forum, Citizens Ask For More Accountability

April 4, 2017 Government and politics 0

At a public forum Monday night, Ed Bielarski, GRU's general manager, took questions from concerned citizens about GRU's efforts to purchase the GREC biomass plant. Some called for more accountability and others worry the city may enter into another unfair deal.

Police: Gainesville Employee Spends $90K With City Credit Card

March 29, 2017 Public safety 0

A city of Gainesville employee faces felony charges after allegedly spending more than $91,000 of city money for personal use. The investigation is ongoing.

Gator Junior Golf Association Gets Young Golfers Up To Par

March 22, 2017 Education 0

The Gainesville chapter of The First Tee heads into its third season and aims to expand and continue to impact the lives of young Gainesville residents.

352Creates Set To Return to Gainesville This Weekend

March 22, 2017 The Rundown 0

352Creates will hosts a two-day event from March 24 and 25, with a range of activities, to get the community engaged in the arts across the 352 area code.

Cold Night Shelter Program Activated In Gainesville

March 14, 2017 The Rundown 0

The city of Gainesville’s Cold Night Shelter program will be activated at the St. Francis House, 413 S Main St, and GRACE Marketplace, 3055 NE 28 Ave between Tuesday and Friday due to anticipated temperatures below 45 degrees Fahrenheit.

Three Gainesville City Commission Seats Up For Grabs Tuesday

March 13, 2017 Government and politics 0

Elections for the Gainesville City Commission are tomorrow, with District 2, District 3 and one of the At-Large seats at stake. “We’ve had such a great turnout for early voting and so far, for vote by mail,” said Kim Barton, Alachua County Supervisor of Elections. “We’re really hoping that voters …