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Gainesville city commissioners aren't quite ready to approve a Gainesville Regional Utilities rate increase for the coming year.
Read More »Gainesville City Commission Asks GRU For Different Budget Option Without Rate Increases
The 2018 County Candidates Who Have Qualified In WUFT’s Coverage Area
Voters have the opportunity to choose new local, state, and federal representation in the Aug 28. primary and midterm election on Nov. 6, 2018.
Read More »Term Limits For Florida School Board Members Might Appear On The 2018 Ballot
Members of Florida county school boards may soon find themselves faced with a two-term limit as a proposed constitutional amendment makes it’s way through the Florida Constitution Review Commission this week to be voted on for placement on the November ballot.
Read More »Melrose City Park New Restroom Causes Confusion After Installation Of Access Walkways, Residents Frustrated
Visitors to Melrose Heritage Park can enjoy a day in the enclosure of the gazebo or among the shade of several massive oak trees, while children run around the central fountain and through the playground. They can also shop at a”Multi-Market” farmer’s market, which occurs periodically with vendors selling crafts, art, …
Read More »School Boards: A Part-Time Job With Full-Time Duties?
What school boards are responsible for, how does the school board system work and how much do school board members get paid?
Read More »Once Empty, US Army Reserve Center Land Gets Unique Park Update
The site of a former U.S. Army Reserve Center in northeast Gainesville is set for a renovation after sitting unused for most of the last nine years.
Read More »New AC Marriott Hotel Viewed As Positive Economic Impact By City, Brings Student Concerns
The 10-story, 144 room AC Marriott hotel, which opened Tuesday, and is set to have a major economic impact of Gainesville according to city officials and hotel managment. The hotel, located at 151 NW 14th St., booked $1.5 million worth of rooms prior to opening with 70 percent occupancy projected …
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 »Judge To Rule Next Week On Hayes-Santos’ Residency Question
The dispute over Commissioner Hayes-Santos’ eligibility to run for the District 4 seat went to trial Monday. Judge said she should rule on the case by next week.
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