WUFT News

An Old Joe Replacement? Commissioner Wants ‘Something Everyone Can Feel Good About’

January 16, 2018 Government and politics

No concrete plans emerged.

Alachua County Commission Takes First Step to Fixing Legacy Flood Issues

December 6, 2017 Business and development, Environment

Flooding issues have persisted in certain parts of the county for years. Some residents have lost their homes to flooding multiple times.

Alachua County Commissioners Vote To Appeal City’s Voluntary Annexation Of Finley Woods

February 28, 2017 Government and politics

The Alachua County Board of Commissioners unanimously voted to appeal the City of Gainesvlle's voluntary annexation of part of the Finley Woods area. After six months of disagreement between city and county, this appeal activates the "Florida Governmental Conflict Resolution Act" and forces public discourse between the two government entities.

Matheson Reemerges As Future Home of ‘Old Joe’ Confederate Statue

January 25, 2017 Government and politics

The “Old Joe” Confederate statue in downtown Gainesville could still be moved to the Matheson History Museum despite previous discussions that nixed the idea, as discussed by Alachua County commissioners at their meeting Tuesday.

2-Hour Handicap Parking At Courthouse Draws Frustration

January 20, 2017 Getting around

The two-hour limit on courthouse parking in downtown Gainesville has drawn frustration from a resident who recently had to park there for jury duty.

Alachua County Emergency Responders Need New Radio System, Officials Say

November 23, 2016 Government and politics

Alachua County is looking to either upgrade or replace its current radio system because it's out of date.

Dignity Village Will Close In Time, The Right Way

November 2, 2016 Business and development

Alachua County Commissioner Robert “Hutch” Hutchinson said, “Dignity Village will be closed.” He added, "We’re not going to be closing Grace Marketplace or Dignity Village within weeks or months. We are going to take our time and do it right.”