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Gainesville’s bid to seek municipal partners for building a broadband network is getting mixed initial reviews.
Read More »Neighboring Cities, Other Entities Weigh Partnering With Gainesville To Improve Internet
Gainesville City Commission Votes to Seek Help and More Information on Broadband Options
The commission dispatched Mayor Lauren Poe to send letters to local municipalities, the Alachua County Commission, the University of Florida and Sante Fe College, and the Alachua County School District to see if they wish to partner with the city in the effort.
Read More »Consultant’s Report: Cheaper, Faster Internet Possible in Gainesville, But Not Without Significant Challenges
The city also wants the lowest-priced gigabit internet service for residents and businesses in the country – and universal free service to all residents served.
Read More »Gainesville Voters to Decide on Ballot Initiative for Charter Review Commission
The charter is the framework that establishes the city government and how it operates.
Read More »Volume Down: City Commission Votes Against Unlimited Noise Permits After Quality Of Life Complaints
A proposed ordinance came before the Gainesville City Commission on Thursday that would eliminate the limit on permits for entertainment for small businesses that might be causing loud noise until two in the morning.
Read More »New Alachua County Ordinance Gives Citizens Right To Throw Away Signs Left On Public Property
While it’s permitted for signs to be placed anywhere on private property, the public’s land cannot be used for advertising purposes, political or otherwise. And this includes rights-of-ways — areas of publicly-owned land maintained in and around public streets.
Read More »See Coverage Of Florida’s 2018 Primary Election Results
From gubernatorial party nominations all the way down to school board and mayor's races, we have you covered for Florida's primary.
Read More »9 Candidates, 4 Counties: Melrose Voters Prepare For Primaries
With the upcoming county commission elections just over a month away, residents of Melrose look for candidates with ideas to improve the town, should they be elected on Aug. 28.
Read More »Gainesville City Commission Asks GRU For Different Budget Option Without Rate Increases
Gainesville city commissioners aren't quite ready to approve a Gainesville Regional Utilities rate increase for the coming year.
Read More »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.
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