Tag Archives: Waldo

A proposed Alachua County sports arena has run headlong into the politics of a decades-long effort to inject more economic activity into East Gainesville.

Updated Nov. 6, 2019 The Waldo city council members sat back, hands folded, awaiting citizens’ complaints about the ordinance they introduced the previous week, adding a 10% utility tax on the purchase of water in the city.  About 35 people showed up to the Oct. 8 meeting to weigh in …

A donor recently pledged to match up to $400,000 in donations to the center’s $1.6 million capital campaign.

After a presentation Tuesday, the Alachua County Board of Commissioners are moving ahead with a project to build a sports center at Celebration Pointe but not without concerns.

Waldo residents have recently reported numerous encounters with bears.

Lisa Hill dedicates her time, energy and care to children at the Waldo Summer Camp. Each day she offers peace of mind for parents and a whirlwind of adventure for the youngsters.

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.

The city of Waldo welcomed locals to its newly renovated, 8100 square-foot branch library Saturday. The former Dollar General building was purchased four years ago and converted to replace the city's 23-year-old library.