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City of Alachua moves forward with 200-acre development
The Alachua City Commission approved the preliminary plat of a 198-acre development called Tara Forest West in northwest Alachua at a regular meeting on Monday. The commission also approved a proposed millage rate 7.9% higher than the rollback rate. Multiple citizens attended the meeting to ask the commission to vote...
Restaurant inspections: 18 Alachua County eateries fail inspection; 2 closed
You can use the database to search by county or by restaurant name. Florida's restaurant owners are not required to post restaurant inspection results where guests can see them. So every week, we provide that information for you. ...
Alachua residents circulate petition to stop large housing development
The organizers of a petition to "Stop the largest housing development in the City of Alachua next to the Mill Creek Sink" are seeking signatures before Monday evening's Alachua City Commission meeting. The post Alachua residents circulate petition to stop large housing development appeared first on Alachua Chronicle.
Governor Desantis appoints UF graduate in Alachua County
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - A seat is being filled on the Alachua County court after Governor DeSantis appointed a University of Florida graduate to the position. UF graduate Adam Lee will be taking over the seat left behind by Judge Walter Green. Judge Green retired in December and died in March.
“The Big Bad Bully” Mayor Ward Receives Letter From Alachua County Democratic Black Caucus President
Last Monday President of the Alachua County Democratic Black Caucus, Armando Grundy Gomes, sent a letter addressed to Mayor Harvey Ward. Re: Bullying, Intimidation, Harassment, and Threats toward Black Women from a so- called “Progressive” Mayor. Hello Mayor Ward,. I am writing to address the events that transpired...
Florida Victorious looks to Chomp Out Hunger in Alachua County
Florida-themed limited-edition boxes of fresh vegetables from Florida Victorious partner Front Door Produce will be available for purchase by fans between July 22nd and August 12th. The boxes can be purchased for individual use or donated to benefit The Bread of the Mighty Food Bank. The post Florida Victorious looks to Chomp Out Hunger in Alachua County appeared first on Alachua Chronicle.
Levy County man to be inducted into Florida 4-H Hall of Fame
GAINESVILLE, FL (352today.com) – Many individuals dedicate their lives to their communities, prioritizing giving back. Albert Fuller is one such person. During his 38-year career with UF/IFAS Extension, Fuller is said to have made a significant impact through the development of innovative programs and the promotion of leadership among youth.
Mentoring program celebrates 13th year of existence in Alachua County
Young men involved with the 13th edition of the Manhood Youth Development Program were honored and received words of wisdom during a ceremony on Sunday. Held at Santa Fe College’s Blount Center in downtown Gainseville, the theme was "Past, Present and Future: From Boys to Men." "We needed to reach back to help these...
Keep Alachua County Beautiful names new executive director
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Gainesville resident Carlos Gonzalez was named the executive director of Keep Alachua County Beautiful (KACB). This announcement comes after the organization re-located in April, and kicked out their former director Tyler Smith. KACB moved into an office after the city kicked them out of their previous...
HeART Wall: A Love Letter to Gainesville, from Gainesville
This episode features the “HeART Wall: A Love Letter to Gainesville” a 208-foot long public art installation featuring over 2,000 mosaic hearts created by Alachua County residents. The HeART Wall is funded by One Nation One Project, a national arts in health initiative designed to activate the power of the arts, repair the social fabric of our nation, and heal our communities. Gainesville is one of 18 cities in the US selected to participate.
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