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Commissioners decided to clear up confusion on proposed changes to the city's comprehensive plan before moving forward on a vote.
Read More »Gainesville City Commission Delays Decision On Changes To Comprehensive Plan
Gainesville Police Union Receives Public Support, But Not Commission’s Vote On Union Contract
The turnout at Gainesville City Hall supporting the Fraternal Order of Police required live feeds of the City Commission meeting be shown on TVs in the lobby and throughout the basement. From Police Chief Tony Jones to longtime residents to people who encounter police officers as part of their work, …
Read More »Alachua County, Gainesville To Decide on $4.4M Purchase Of 700 Acres
What was once to be a 700-acre planned development on Gainesville’s northern edge will likely soon be a conservation and parks area.
Read More »Why Some Northwest Gainesville Residents Are Trying To Save An Abandoned Church
Stores like Starbucks, Walgreens, a fast-food restaurant and a bank with a two-lane drive-thru would be built in the church's place.
Read More »To Sell or Hold Out? Robbinswood’s Remaining Neighbors Weigh Options With New Development Pending
Robbinswood residents in Gainesville question whether they should sell their property for what the developers are offering — even if it is not the price they are hoping for.
Read More »University Of Florida Students Defend DACA
University students gathered at the "Together We Dream" rally on campus as the deadline on DACA approaches.
Read More »End Of Fire Services Agreement Sparks Concerns In Areas Just Outside Of Gainesville
When Alachua County residents living right outside of Gainesville city limits called 911 for fire protection services, they could count on Gainesville Fire Rescue to respond to their calls. Starting May 2018, however, they might experience slower response times waiting for Alachua County Fire Rescue to arrive.
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