As the Florida Legislature prepares to consider major legislation impacting the state colleges this spring, a new focus has emerged over the college names
Read More »Alachua County Sheriff’s Office Prepares For Potential Terrorist Threats
In the wake of the San Bernardino, California and Orlando attacks, the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office has increased its counterterrorism efforts. This push includes more training courses for different departments, equipment acquisitions and more citizen-involvement initiatives.
Read More »With Officers Leaving, Williston Boosts Police Pay
Following a few officers leaving the Williston Police Department, the city has boosted the starting officer salary to $32,000 from $30,000.
Read More »State Employee Pay Hikes On The Table
Under Gov. Rick Scott's budget proposal unveiled this week, Florida state employees might get their first across-the-board pay raises since 2013.
Read More »2018 Looms As Scott, Putnam Ready For Session
In appearances Tuesday before reporters and editors, Republican leaders Gov. Rick Scott and Adam Putnam laid out their legislative agendas, while declining to speculate on their political futures.
Read More »After 40 Years Serving Gainesville, Burrito Brothers To Close
A Gainesville staple for more than 40 years, Burrito Brothers has struggled for months after business decreased due to the construction of an apartment complex next door. This Saturday, the restaurant will close its doors for the final time.
Read More »North Central Florida YMCA Will Continue Operations
The North Central Florida YMCA, which was supposed to close Dec. 31 after filing for bankruptcy last year, announced Monday that it will continue operations.
Read More »Universities Mark Progress, Face Challenges
With the possibility of significant budget cuts and an overhaul of the higher-education system by the Legislature, Florida's 12 state universities are facing a challenging year.
Read More »Study: Gainesville Businesses Paying Much More Than Others In U.S.
A study by an economics professor emeritus at the University of Florida found that commercial businesses in Gainesville pay 52 percent more for energy than the national average.
Read More »Fla. Chamber Supports Scott’s $85M Incentive Proposal
The Florida Chamber of Commerce offered support Thursday for Gov. Rick Scott's proposal to set aside $85 million for incentives next year.
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