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A Gainesville police corporal who was arrested by his own department on suspicion of drunken driving has been stripped of his police powers.
Read More »Gainesville Police Corporal Reassigned After Off-Duty DUI Crash Arrest
Gainesville Law Enforcement Cracks Down On Bad Drivers Amid Pedestrian Deaths
Local law enforcement gathered near West University Avenue Friday to demonstrate increased pedestrian safety efforts.
Read More »Alachua County Enters Negotiation With Celebration Pointe For Sports Events Venue
The idea for this location — first floated a little over a year ago — has seen its share of controversy in reaching this point, but on Tuesday, the commissioners were all in.
Read More »Alachua County Library District To Expand Browsing Hours
On Monday, Nov. 2, the Alachua County Library District will expand browsing hours to each of its 12 locations.
Read More »Waldo City Square Looks To Build Community
After a successful drive-thru trick-or-treat event, city management is determining the best way to prepare for their next event, Waldo’s Christmas at the Caboose.
Read More »Groundbreaking Ceremony Held For UF/IFAS Extension Building In Newberry
This new building, which will be located at 22712 W. Newberry Road, is scheduled to be finished by this time next year.
Read More »GRACE Marketplace’s Request For One-Time Additional Funding Approved By County Commission
The money is for case management work needed to wrap up the closure of Dignity Village.
Read More »Starke Businesses Survived The Route 301 Bypass. Will They Survive The Pandemic, Too?
“Things were looking pretty good. Then this mess hit.”
Read More »Waldo Road Lighting Restoration Promises A Brighter Future For Community
Florida Department of Transportation began construction of new light poles and sidewalk restoration on Northeast Waldo Road.
Read More »What You Need To Know About Coronavirus In Florida
Misinformation can spark fear and hysteria. We're here to help. We'll update this page with emerging information from reliable sources to answer all of your questions about coronavirus.
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