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Alachua Chronicle
Published 17 hours agoResidential curbside collection changes begin October 1
The County has launched a microsite where residents can enter their address to find their new collection day on an interactive map.
Alachua Chronicle
Published September 03GPD suspends use of automated license plate readers
Effective today, Sept. 3, 2026, at 3 p.m., cameras operated by the Gainesville Police Department have been turned off and are no longer being utilized by GPD.
Alachua Chronicle
Published September 03City of Gainesville: RTS closed, trash pickup unaffected on Labor Day holiday
Residential trash collection will be unaffected by the Labor Day holiday, but no RTS bus service is scheduled.
Alachua Chronicle
Published September 02Florida Division of Emergency Management announces key leadership appointments
“We are proud to welcome Jay K. Arnold Jr. to FDEM and elevate Dr. Frank E. Lumm and Amy Godsey into these critical leadership roles. Each brings significant experience, proven leadership, and a commitment to public service that will strengthen our ability to prepare for, respond…
Alachua Chronicle
Published September 02Help shape the future of Southwest Gainesville
The first Southwest Study Area community meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 16, at 6:30 p.m. at the UF/IFAS Beef Teaching Unit South, 3721 SW 23rd Street. The agenda includes a brief presentation about the study, followed by opportunities for questions and community input.…
Alachua Chronicle
Published September 02Gainesville City Commission moves toward removing historic buffers near University & 13th, schedules discussion on ALPRs
At the August 27 GPC meeting, the Gainesville City Commission moved forward with eliminating historic buffers in an area east of the intersection of University Avenue and 13th Street; they also scheduled a discussion on Automated License Plate Readers (Flock cameras), proposed…
Bradford County Telegraph
Published September 02Legal Notices for 9-3-26
Bradford Suwannee River Water Management District Declaration of Phase II Water Shortage The Suwannee River Water Management District (District) has issued a Phase II Water Shortage Order, WSO 26-004 for water uses within all Counties located in the District, including all…
Alachua Chronicle
Published September 01Alachua County Labor Day schedules and waste collection
Residential curbside collection of solid waste, recycling, and yard trash will continue on its regular schedule and will not be affected by the holiday. The Hazardous Waste Collection Center and the Leveda Brown Environmental Park and Transfer Station also will be open during…
Alachua Chronicle
Published September 01Governor DeSantis awards nearly $23 million to support national security
Gov. DeSantis announced an award of $150,000 to UF/IFAS to increase food security—a core pillar of national security—by mapping the Florida AgTech ecosystem and building an integrated framework that connects Florida is for Veterans Inc., statewide workforce development…
Alachua Chronicle
Published September 01Florida Division of Emergency Management urges residents to stay prepared and alert during Florida Preparedness Month
“Floridians should take this opportunity to ensure they are prepared for the remainder of hurricane season,” said FDEM Executive Director Jared W. Perdue. “FDEM encourages residents to know their evacuation zone, make a family disaster plan, and build an emergency kit to save…
Alachua Chronicle
Published September 01Gov. DeSantis orders license plate cameras removed from state roads, Sheriff Scott announces removal of 27 cameras
ASO has identified 27 automated license-plate readers that must be removed from state highway rights-of-way within 30 days under a directive issued Monday by FDOT, Sheriff Chad Scott announced.
Alachua Chronicle
Published August 31State confirms that High Springs lost $73,449 in tax revenue due to late financial reports
The City of High Springs permanently lost $73,449.32 in half-cent sales-tax revenue after failing to meet state-mandated financial reporting deadlines for Fiscal Year 2023-24, the Florida Legislature’s Joint Legislative Auditing Committee confirmed to Alachua Chronicle.