Gas Shortages Continue In Alachua County After Irma

September 13, 2017 State of Florida 0

Alachua County residents and other drivers throughout Florida are still struggling to find fuel for their cars as gas shortages continue.

UF Prepares For White Nationalist Leader

August 15, 2017 Public safety 0

The University of Florida is coordinating with local and state law-enforcement officials in anticipation of the potential appearance in Gainesville of a white nationalist leader affiliated with this weekend's deadly confrontation in Charlottesville, Va.

Blast Program Helps Gainesville High School Students Learn More About Law Enforcement

June 29, 2017 Education, Video 0

This was the eighth event in Florida for a fairly new program sponsored by the U.S. Attorney's office.

Chamber Meeting Spotlights Need For New Responder Radio System

March 30, 2017 Development 0

Wednesday night's Gainesville Area Chamber of Commerce meeting on infrastructure needs in Alachua County focused primarily on the county's outdated first-responder radio system, which officials say is in need of upgrading that will cost between $10 million and $20 million.

As Suicide Rate Climbs, Officials Encourage Mental Health Care

March 2, 2017 Health and Science 0

As suicide and other rates related to teen mental health climb in Alachua County, officials are hoping to host more events similar to one on Monday that promote mental well-being.

Alachua County Files Lawsuit Against Its Own Sheriff

February 16, 2017 Government and politics 3

A lawsuit has been filed against Sheriff Sadie Darnell by the county commission after disagreements about the budget for the sheriff's office and what it’s being used for.

Alachua County Sheriff’s Office Prepares For Potential Terrorist Threats

February 10, 2017 Public safety 0

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.