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Browse recent Alachua County coverage from local and regional media outlets. Reports are grouped by publication week.

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Newberry roundabout opens amid questions over $1.5M investment WCJB TV20 News 7/26/2026
Meet the Candidates 2026: Cornell seeks 4th county term against lone challenger Mainstreet Daily News 7/24/2026
East Gainesville residents gather for community event The Independent Florida Alligator 7/23/2026
Meet the Candidates 2026: Alachua County sees all-Democrat District 2 race Mainstreet Daily News 7/23/2026
Alachua County Commission will discuss challenges from gun rights group on August 11 Alachua Chronicle 7/22/2026
Roundabout at County Road 235 and Newberry Lane complete Alachua Chronicle 7/22/2026
Roundabout at CR 235 and Newberry Lane opens two weeks early The Gainesville Sun 7/22/2026
Alachua County, city of Newberry completes roundabout Mainstreet Daily News 7/22/2026
East Gainesville community listening session and update Alachua Chronicle 7/21/2026
Florida Carry demands Alachua County repeal gun ordinances WCJB TV20 News 7/21/2026

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Interview: Alachua County may expect more West Nile virus cases, UF professor says WCJB TV20 News 7/19/2026
Cyclosporiasis cases rising in Florida; two reported in Alachua County Gainesville Sun 7/18/2026
Alachua County temporarily closes swimming area at Poe Springs Park Mainstreet Daily News 7/17/2026
Alachua County Animal Resources to host annual Summer Lovin’ Adopt-A-Thon Mainstreet Daily News 7/17/2026
Off-duty ACFR Paramedic saves life at softball game Alachua Chronicle 7/16/2026
Alachua County concludes Animal Resources investigation, finds several claims unsubstantiated Alligator 7/16/2026
Alachua County residents push for road repairs as county leaders work through infrastructure backlog WCJB TV20 News 7/16/2026
Alachua County Reads kicks off workgroup to enhance local literacy efforts Mainstreet Daily News 7/16/2026
Poe Springs swimming area temporarily closed Alachua Chronicle 7/15/2026
Alachua County Commission hears criticisms of ACAR report, discusses roads that are in disrepair, and explores proposal for workforce housing Alachua Chronicle 7/15/2026
Alachua County Commission considers funding Gainesville Thrives, purchases land Alligator 7/15/2026
Florida Council on Homelessness highlights Alachua County’s conversion of motels Alachua Chronicle 7/14/2026
Levy Loop Trail reopened at Barr Hammock Preserve Alachua Chronicle 7/14/2026
Alachua County adopts rolled-back rate for property taxes, leaves other rates flat for FY27 Alachua Chronicle 7/14/2026

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Alachua County Fire Rescue urges residents to celebrate Independence Day safely Alachua Chronicle 6/29/2026
Alachua County ham radio volunteers take part in 24-hour disaster simulation WCJB TV20 News 6/27/2026
Temporary Levy Loop Trail closure at Barr Hammock Preserve Alachua Chronicle 6/26/2026
Levy Loop Trail at Barr Hammock Preserve temporarily closes for maintenance Mainstreet Daily News 6/26/2026
Alachua County seeks vendors for annual Disability Awareness Expo Mainstreet Daily News 6/26/2026
First West Nile virus case reported this year in Alachua County Gainesville Sun 6/25/2026
Case of West Nile virus reported in Alachua County Alligator 6/25/2026
Alachua County Amateur Radio Emergency Services team to host Field Day exercise Mainstreet Daily News 6/25/2026
Solar site lighting installed at Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center Alachua Chronicle 6/24/2026
Alachua County Commission agrees to consider anti-ICE resolution, discusses Boys and Girls Club property Alachua Chronicle 6/24/2026
Cat and kitten adoptions paused at Alachua County shelter WCJB TV20 News 6/23/2026
Commissioners, residents push back on Boys and Girls Club plans to sell Gainesville property WCJB TV20 News 6/23/2026
Alachua County commissioners spar over immigration initiative WCJB TV20 News 6/23/2026
Vendors invited to participate in annual Disability Awareness Expo Alachua Chronicle 6/23/2026
Animal Resources temporarily suspends cat and kitten adoptions Alachua Chronicle 6/23/2026
Alachua County Animal Resources temporarily suspends cat and kitten adoptions Mainstreet Daily News 6/23/2026
Department of Health in Alachua County issues West Nile virus advisory Mainstreet Daily News 6/23/2026
West Nile virus infection reported in Alachua County, health department confirms WCJB TV20 News 6/23/2026

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Alachua County offices closed for Juneteenth Alachua Chronicle 6/15/2026
Franson: Alachua County is showing no urgency in making changes at Animal Resources Alachua Chronicle - Letter to the editor 6/14/2026
Crews respond to attic fire in condominium complex Alachua Chronicle 6/13/2026
Storm Ready Storytime teaches Alachua County's smallest neighbors how to stay safe WUFT News 6/12/2026
County Commissioners celebrate Amateur Radio Week leading to Field Day competition Alachua Chronicle 6/11/2026
June 11 Alachua County Commission and Children’s Trust Joint Meeting Alachua Chronicle 6/10/2026
Alachua County Commission discusses future landfill options, passes resolution recommending once-a-week year-round watering restrictions Alachua Chronicle 6/10/2026
Alachua County Commission discusses waste disposal options, considers future landfill on the eastside Alligator 6/10/2026
‘Storm ready story time’ events around Alachua County make sure kids are ready for hurricane season WCJB TV20 News 6/10/2026
Gainesville & Alachua County TPO launches redesigned website Mainstreet Daily News 6/10/2026
Alachua County approves land use, zoning change for planned UF golf course WUFT News 6/9/2026
Alachua County approves sewer project for Archer after decades of complaints WCJB TV20 News 6/9/2026
Alachua County officials say no data-centers can be built under current codes WCJB TV20 News 6/9/2026
Alachua County commissioners approve zoning change, open door for UF golf course plan WCJB TV20 News 6/9/2026
Two major projects advance for western Alachua County Mainstreet Daily News 6/9/2026

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Alachua County post about property tax proposal faces pushback WCJB TV20 News 6/1/2026
Alachua County holds memorial to kickstart gun violence awareness month Alligator 5/31/2026
PHOTOS: Crews extricate patient from overturned vehicle on I-75 Alachua Chronicle 5/31/2026
Alachua County provides resources to residents with special needs preparing for hurricane season WCJB TV20 News 5/31/2026
Highlighting Solid Waste workers in Alachua County WCJB TV20 News 5/31/2026
Survivors, advocates gather in Gainesville for gun violence memorial during awareness month WCJB TV20 News 5/30/2026
Alachua County ends burn ban after heavy rains over past week Gainesville Sun 5/30/2026
From shaded roads to bare ground: Alachua County’s disappearing oak forests WUFT News 5/29/2026
Alachua County leaders expect millions in lost revenue if property tax cut proposal is approved WCJB TV20 News 5/29/2026
Gainesville events raise awareness about gun violence Alachua Chronicle 5/28/2026
Gainesville marks Gun Violence Awareness Month with series of events WUFT News 5/28/2026
Alachua County lifts burn ban after 117 days Mainstreet Daily News 5/27/2026
Alachua, Bradford, Putnam lift burn bans due to recent rainfall WCJB TV20 News 5/27/2026
Alachua County lifts burn ban Alachua Chronicle 5/27/2026
Alachua County Commission discusses data centers, defers decision on Westside Christian School request for water/sewer connections Alachua Chronicle 5/27/2026
Alachua County acts on Wahoo, Lakeshore Drive and Westside Christian School Mainstreet Daily News 5/26/2026
Alachua County seeks volunteers for tree-planting event Alachua Chronicle 5/26/2026

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May 26 Alachua County Commission Regular Meeting Alachua Chronicle 5/25/2026
Memorial Day brings reflection for veterans still processing Vietnam, other conflicts WUFT News 5/25/2026
Holiday History: The story of Memorial Day Mainstreet Daily News 5/25/2026
Matheson to premiere documentary on legacy of Alachua County Crisis Center Mainstreet Daily News 5/25/2026
Sneak peek: Check out the art options for Alachua County fire headquarters Mainstreet Daily News 5/25/2026
Gainesville, Alachua County honor Memorial Day at Evergreen Cemetery Mainstreet Daily News 5/25/2026
The Matheson presents ‘Voices of Life: The Legacy of the Alachua County Crisis Center’ Alachua Chronicle 5/23/2026
Transportation Improvement Plan final draft available for comment Alachua Chronicle 5/22/2026
Alachua County extends burn ban Alachua Chronicle 5/22/2026
Animal Resources whistleblower investigation extended to early July Alachua Chronicle 5/22/2026
Alachua County confirms that parcel marketed for a data center is in the unincorporated county Alachua Chronicle 5/21/2026
Alachua County’s annual Memorial Day ceremony to be held on May 25 Alachua Chronicle 5/21/2026
Work continues on $2.5M Northwest 122nd Street extension project Gainesville Sun 5/20/2026
Leveda Brown Transfer Station temporarily closed due to fire Alachua Chronicle 5/20/2026
Extreme water shortage declared in the region Alachua Chronicle 5/20/2026
PHOTOS: Crews combat Leveda Brown transfer station fire for hours Alachua Chronicle 5/20/2026
Alachua County Public Works Director answers questions about road paving and potholes Alachua Chronicle 5/20/2026
Alachua County transfer station, waste collection center temporarily closed due to fire WCJB TV20 News 5/20/2026
Alachua County temporarily closes transfer station after overnight fire Mainstreet Daily News 5/20/2026
Groundwater around Alachua County falls to 10th percentile amid drought Mainstreet Daily News 5/20/2026
County program trains postpartum doulas to fill gap in maternal support Gainesville Sun 5/19/2026
Thankful residents find peace in Alachua County's new supportive housing Gainesville Sun 5/19/2026
May 21 Alachua County Development Review Committee Meeting Alachua Chronicle 5/19/2026
Alachua County Memorial Day Hours and Waste Collection Alachua Chronicle 5/19/2026
Alachua County wins Innovative Partnership Award Alachua Chronicle 5/19/2026
Alachua County Commission hears budget requests from Judicial and Constitutional Offices Alachua Chronicle 5/19/2026
Residents raise AI data center concerns in Alachua Mainstreet Daily News 5/19/2026
Alachua County wins Innovative Partnership Award Mainstreet Daily News 5/19/2026

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As climate migrants flee Florida’s coasts, Alachua County prepares its welcome WUFT News 5/18/2026
Alachua residents voice concerns over potential data center development WCJB TV20 News 5/18/2026
May 19 Alachua County Commission Budget Meeting Alachua Chronicle 5/18/2026
Elmore: Supporting homeless students requires partnership, not shifting responsibility Alachua Chronicle 5/17/2026
Construction on CR 235 roundabout scheduled to begin on June 1 Alachua Chronicle 5/15/2026
Alachua County extends burn ban Alachua Chronicle 5/15/2026
Alachua County and IMPACT GNV to host Survivors of Gun Violence Memorial Mainstreet Daily News 5/15/2026
Alachua County reports progress on road projects Alachua Chronicle 5/14/2026
Alachua County Commission puts anti-ICE resolution on hold Alachua Chronicle 5/14/2026
Windstream passes 80% mark on rural broadband rollout in Alachua County Gainesville Sun 5/13/2026
Overnight closures scheduled along SW 20th Avenue starting May 18 Alachua Chronicle 5/13/2026
Survivors of Gun Violence Memorial to be held on May 30 Alachua Chronicle 5/12/2026
Alachua County leaders at odds over homeless youth support and school vacancies WCJB TV20 News 5/12/2026
Newberry projects $2.2M setback if property taxes eliminated Mainstreet Daily News 5/12/2026
Alachua County’s rural broadband deployment passes 80% mark Mainstreet Daily News 5/12/2026

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Alachua County extends burn ban Alachua Chronicle 5/8/2026
May 11 Alachua County Commission and City of Newberry Commission Joint Meeting Alachua Chronicle 5/8/2026
Alachua County Fire Rescue Chief Harold Theus announces retirement Gainesville Sun 5/8/2026
Alachua County Fire Chief Harold Theus announces retirement Mainstreet Daily News 5/8/2026
Fire Chief Harold Theus announces retirement from Alachua County Fire Rescue Alachua Chronicle 5/7/2026
Alachua County Commission Chair Ken Cornell: Alachua County’s homeless children need us all at the same table Alachua Chronicle Opinion 5/7/2026
Alachua County Fire Rescue Cheif Chief Harold Theus announces retirement WCJB TV20 News 5/7/2026
Lochloosa fire at 956 acres, 50% contained Alachua Chronicle 5/6/2026
Alachua County Commission asks School Board to review underutilized and vacant facilities to address homelessness; SBAC Chair says he’s ‘against that completely’ Alachua Chronicle 5/6/2026
Lochloosa West Fire consumes 956 acres, 50% contained Mainstreet Daily News 5/6/2026
Forest Service, ACFR battling 200-acre wildfire south of Hawthorne Gainesville Sun 5/5/2026
Crews extinguish trailer fire in Fairbanks area Alachua Chronicle 5/5/2026
Lochloosa West Fire grows to 228 acres, 30% contained Mainstreet Daily News 5/5/2026

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Forest Service, ACFR battling 200-acre wildfire south of Hawthorne Gainesville Sun 5/4/2026
‘Lemonade out of lemons’: Alachua County Commission approves land use change for UF golf course, state immediately approves Alachua Chronicle 5/4/2026
100-acre wildfire breaks out east of Micanopy WUFT News 5/4/2026
Rain not enough to ease wildfire risk in Alachua County, officials say WCJB TV20 News 5/3/2026
Drought in Alachua County could strain bees; residents urged to plant natives, follow burn bans WCJB TV20 News 5/3/2026
Pool passes and swim lessons now available at Cuscowilla Alachua Chronicle 5/1/2026
Alachua County extends burn ban Alachua Chronicle 5/1/2026
Alachua County extends burn ban through May 8 WCJB TV20 News 5/1/2026
Free kitchen compost caddies available for Alachua County residents Mainstreet Daily News 4/30/2026
UF golf course proposal advances with unanimous county commission vote Gainesville Sun 4/29/2026
Free kitchen caddies available May 2 for Alachua County residents Alachua Chronicle 4/28/2026
Alachua County Commission moves forward with anti-ICE measures, asks School Board to review “underutilized” facilities to address homelessness Alachua Chronicle 4/28/2026
UF golf course plans presented to Alachua County commissioners WCJB TV20 News 4/28/2026
UF/IFAS Master Gardners’ Volunteer Plant Sale slated for Saturday Mainstreet Daily News 4/28/2026
Alachua County OK’s new land use for UF’s 36-hole championship golf course Mainstreet Daily News 4/28/2026

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Residential fire south of High Springs likely sparked by golf cart Mainstreet Daily News 4/27/2026
Gainesville wildfires near total containment Mainstreet Daily News 4/27/2026
Family of 4 displaced after house fire in High Springs WCJB TV20 News 4/27/2026
Final updates issued for three Gainesville fires Alachua Chronicle 4/25/2026
How Alachua County plans to improve biking and walking safety WUFT News 4/24/2026
Need Spanish-language information about area wildfires? Text Alachua County WUFT News 4/24/2026
Alachua County extends burn ban Alachua Chronicle 4/24/2026
April 28 Alachua County Commission Regular Meeting Alachua Chronicle 4/24/2026
Cow Creek Fire grows to more than 2,400 acres, 50% contained WCJB TV20 News 4/24/2026
Wildfires persist in Clay, Levy and Putnam counties Mainstreet Daily News 4/24/2026
Wildfires remain active in Alachua, Clay, Levy and Putnam counties Mainstreet Daily News 4/23/2026
Multi-agency response contains fire along CR 2082 Alachua Chronicle 4/23/2026
Hawthorne, Alachua County to seek Santa Fe College satellite campus funding Mainstreet Daily News 4/23/2026
Alachua County recognizes Sexual Assault Awareness Month with community events Alachua Chronicle 4/22/2026
County celebrates Foster Grandparent Program during National Volunteer Week Alachua Chronicle 4/22/2026
Multiple wildfires continue to burn in Alachua, Levy, Bradford and Clay counties Mainstreet Daily News 4/22/2026
North Central Florida agencies use drones to slow wildfire spread WCJB TV20 News 4/22/2026
Alachua County cuts the ribbon on permanent housing facilities for homeless community WUFT News 4/21/2026
NEW MAPS: April 21 wildfire updates Alachua Chronicle 4/21/2026
Alachua County celebrates opening of permanent supportive housing projects Gainesville Sun 4/21/2026
Alachua County opens renovated motels for permanent supportive housing Mainstreet Daily News 4/21/2026
Alachua County motel conversions open as permanent supportive housing WCJB TV20 News 4/21/2026

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Alachua County declares state of emergency as wildfires burn in northeast Gainesville WCJB TV20 News 4/20/2026
Alachua County issues wildfire state of emergency as Florida drought expands Mainstreet Daily News 4/20/2026
Community effort reveals details into Alachua County Animal Resources investigation Alligator 4/20/2026
Animal shelter seeks short-term rescues out of abundance of caution due to fire Alachua Chronicle 4/19/2026
Evacuations ordered in Eryn’s Garden for SR 121 fire, SR 121 closed in the area Alachua Chronicle 4/19/2026
Evacuation orders lifted as crews battle wildfire nears Pine Tree neighborhood in Gainesville WCJB TV20 News 4/19/2026
Wildfires in Alachua County prompt neighborhood evacuations Alligator 4/19/2026
North Gainesville wildfire forces evacuations, multi-agency response Mainstreet Daily News 4/19/2026
Alachua County extends burn ban Alachua Chronicle 4/17/2026
Public invited to provide input on the Animal Resources Director finalist Alachua Chronicle 4/17/2026
Firefighters work to contain wildfires in Alachua, Putnam counties ahead of weekend winds WCJB TV20 News 4/17/2026
Historic drought fuels large wildfire near Gainesville Regional Airport Gainesville Sun 4/17/2026
Crews extinguish travel trailer fire in Lochloosa area Alachua Chronicle 4/16/2026
Alachua County firefighters put out travel trailer fire WCJB TV20 News 4/16/2026
Fire Rescue crews emphasize importance of burn bans as wildfire burns in Alachua County WCJB TV20 News 4/16/2026
State Road 26 wildfire grows to 400 acres in Alachua County Mainstreet Daily News 4/16/2026
North Florida experiences 19 inches below normal rainfall over 12 months Mainstreet Daily News 4/16/2026
Finalist withdraws from Alachua County animal resources director search, leaving one remaining WCJB TV20 News 4/15/2026
Gainesville wildfire nearly one-third contained after 4-hour response Alligator 4/15/2026
Civics Challenge engages middle school teams across Alachua County Gainesville Sun 4/15/2026
Temporary partial trail closure at Turkey Creek Preserve Alachua Chronicle 4/15/2026
Public invited to meet with Animal Resources Director finalists Alachua Chronicle 4/15/2026
Alachua County students compete in 9th annual Civics Challenges WCJB TV20 News 4/15/2026
State Road 26 back open as crews battle wildfire in Alachua County WCJB TV20 News 4/15/2026
University of Florida golf course plans to go before Alachua County Planning Commission WCJB TV20 News 4/15/2026
Alachua County Animal Resources director finalists announced, meet-and-greet scheduled WCJB TV20 News 4/15/2026
Firefighters battle wildfire off State Road 26 in Alachua County Mainstreet Daily News 4/15/2026
Westwood wins Ninth Annual Civics Challenge, Lincoln places second Mainstreet Daily News 4/15/2026
Ribbon-cutting for East Tumblin Creek and Forest Edge housing communities to be held on April 21 Alachua Chronicle 4/14/2026
Alachua County Commission discusses animal shelter records issues, announces agreement with GRU to save trees in roadway Alachua Chronicle 4/14/2026
Firefighters battle wildfire in northern Alachua County, homes nearby WCJB TV20 News 4/14/2026
Medical examiner confirms woman died from dog attack in Alachua WCJB TV20 News 4/14/2026
Animal shelter stays top priority at Alachua County along with Archer Road project Mainstreet Daily News 4/14/2026

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Alachua County Fire Rescue to carry whole blood for emergency transfusions Alachua Chronicle 4/6/2026
Alachua County Fire Rescue adds donated blood to emergency response units WCJB TV20 News 4/6/2026
Alachua family in suspected fatal dog attack has prior history with animal control Mainstreet Daily News 4/6/2026
The charismatic snails snacking on the springs’ algae problem WUFT News 4/5/2026
Alachua County burn ban extended through April 10 WCJB TV20 News 4/3/2026
Alachua County extends burn ban Alachua Chronicle 4/3/2026
April 7 Alachua County Commission Special Meetings Alachua Chronicle 4/3/2026
3rd annual Santa Fe Springs Celebration on tap for April 11 Mainstreet Daily News 4/3/2026
Zero Waste Week shows residents where Alachua County’s trash goes WUFT News 4/2/2026
Dink, dink: 12 public pickleball courts located in Alachua County Mainstreet Daily News 4/1/2026
Alachua County implements fuel conservation program as gas prices rise to highest level since 2022 WCJB TV20 News 4/1/2026
Crews respond to residential electrical fire on NW 39th Avenue Alachua Chronicle 4/1/2026
Negotiations continue on Parker Road extension, but arborists warn that live oaks may be too damaged to save Alachua Chronicle 4/1/2026
Firefighters battle 20-acre brush fire in Northeast Alachua County Mainstreet Daily News 3/31/2026
IMPACT GNV launches technology hubs with Children’s Trust of Alachua County grant Alachua Chronicle 3/31/2026
Celebrate Earth Day 2026 with events throughout April Alachua Chronicle 3/31/2026
Earth Day 2026 events slated throughout Alachua County in April Mainstreet Daily News 3/31/2026

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Alachua County brushfire grows to 20 acres, prompts burn ban reminder WCJB TV20 News 3/30/2026
Alachua County extends burn ban to April 3 Alachua Chronicle 3/27/2026
Firefighters contain 2-acre brush fire behind Celebration Pointe Mainstreet Daily News 3/27/2026
Q&A: Alachua County Veterans Services Director Olajuwon White WUFT News 3/26/2026
Alachua County Public Works employee wins Regional Equipment Roadeo Alachua Chronicle 3/26/2026
Crews respond to fire in woods near Celebration Pointe Alachua Chronicle 3/26/2026
Alachua County Commission explores appeal of City of Alachua golf course decision, moves forward with West End Park improvements Alachua Chronicle 3/26/2026
Floridan aquifer levels hit lowest since 2011 with little March rain Mainstreet Daily News 3/26/2026
Alachua County to host final Bicycle Pedestrian Master Plan Open House on April 15 Alachua Chronicle 3/25/2026
Alachua County receives Distinguished Budget Presentation Award Alachua Chronicle 3/25/2026
Gainesville residents raise concerns over proposed 260-acre property changes WCJB TV20 News 3/25/2026
Woman dies after possible dog attack, Alachua Police say WCJB TV20 News 3/25/2026
Third annual Santa Fe Springs Celebration to be held on April 11 Alachua Chronicle 3/25/2026
Community Reuse and Recycle Day to be held on April 18 at Santa Fe College Alachua Chronicle 3/24/2026
Alachua County partners with Parks Motor Group for free pet adoption event Alachua Chronicle 3/24/2026
Alachua County Commission asks GRU for easement variance to save South Pointe trees Alachua Chronicle 3/24/2026
Alachua police investigate apparent fatal dog attack Mainstreet Daily News 3/24/2026

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Letter: Compliance concerns regarding Wildflowers Music Park Alachua Chronicle 3/15/2026
Letter: Animal shelter investigation should go beyond the latest controversy Alachua Chronicle 3/15/2026
Firefighters respond to attic fire Alachua Chronicle 3/14/2026
Animal Resources to host low-cost veterinary clinic Alachua Chronicle 3/13/2026
Alachua County extends burn ban Alachua Chronicle 3/13/2026
School Board of Alachua County approves zoning changes, school closures Mainstreet Daily News 3/13/2026
Alachua County Animal Resources is under investigation after a whistleblower complaint WUFT News 3/13/2026
Wildflowers Music and Dance Festival kicks off in Melrose WCJB TV20 News 3/13/2026
Gainesville man arrested on dogfighting and animal cruelty charges after officers find 12 dogs in padlocked kennels Alachua Chronicle 3/12/2026
Alachua County School Board votes to move forward with rezoning plan, closing two elementary schools WCJB TV20 News 3/12/2026
Alachua, Levy counties extend burn bans WCJB TV20 News 3/12/2026
Small Business Administration offers Disaster Relief Loans to Florida businesses and nonprofits Alachua Chronicle 3/11/2026
Third‑party investigation launched into Alachua County animal shelter Gainesville Sun 3/11/2026
Joint Commissions hear update on Literacy Action Plan Alachua Chronicle 3/11/2026
Animal Resources investigation sparks debate at county commission meeting Alligator 3/10/2026
Gainesville, Alachua County leaders question impacts of ACPS rezoning plan Gainesville Sun 3/10/2026
Alachua County Commission asks for Animal Welfare Advisory Committee meeting and change in animal shelter leadership Alachua Chronicle 3/10/2026
‘We do care’: Alachua County Commissioners provide update on animal resources investigation WCJB TV20 News 3/10/2026
Alachua County launches whistleblower investigation into animal shelter Mainstreet Daily News 3/10/2026

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City of Gainesville and Alachua County leaders to meet on school rezoning plan WCJB TV20 News 3/9/2026
Alachua County opens registration for 2026 Citizens Academy WCJB TV20 News 3/8/2026
Alachua County officials worry property tax bill will affect public services Alligator 3/7/2026
Alachua County burn ban extended; several North Florida counties update restrictions WCJB TV20 News 3/7/2026
Overnight road closures scheduled for NW–NE 53rd Avenue Alachua Chronicle 3/6/2026
Alachua County extends burn ban Alachua Chronicle 3/6/2026
March 9 Alachua County Commission and City of Gainesville Commission Joint Meeting Alachua Chronicle 3/6/2026
March 10 Alachua County Commission Regular Meeting Alachua Chronicle 3/6/2026
‘It’s wrong’: Complaints made over conditions at Alachua County Animal Resources, 3rd party investigates WCJB TV20 News 3/6/2026
Alachua County reminds bicyclists, motorists about best safety practices Mainstreet Daily News 3/6/2026
Plein air painting at Barr Hammock Preserve-Levy Loop slated for March 15 Mainstreet Daily News 3/6/2026
Animal Resources will be closed on March 11 Alachua Chronicle 3/5/2026
Severe water shortage declared in the region Alachua Chronicle 3/5/2026
Indoor Track & Field National Championships and Race Walking World Team Trials to be held March 5-8 Alachua Chronicle 3/5/2026
Alachua County opens formal investigations into allegations of animal abuse at its animal shelter Alachua Chronicle 3/5/2026
Alachua County launches investigation into Animal Resources Department WCJB TV20 News 3/5/2026
DEI on chopping block (again): State lawmakers look to ban local diversity programs WUFT News 3/4/2026
Plein air painting at Barr Hammock Preserve-Levy Loop Alachua Chronicle 3/4/2026
Registration open for 2026 Citizens Academy Alachua Chronicle 3/4/2026
Alachua County firefighters receive new turnout gear Alachua Chronicle 3/3/2026
Alachua County report outlines medical debt buyout for 31,000 residents Mainstreet Daily News 3/3/2026

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Alachua County extends burn ban Alachua Chronicle 2/20/2026
Alachua County to begin roadway improvements in Orange Heights Alachua Chronicle 2/20/2026
February 24 Alachua County Commission Regular Meeting Alachua Chronicle 2/20/2026
2026 Alachua County Youth Fair & Livestock Show to be held March 5-10 Alachua Chronicle 2/20/2026
Archer Community Center, City Hall fates up in the air Mainstreet Daily News 2/20/2026
State Attorney appoints Dr. Milad Webb as District 8 Medical Examiner Alachua Chronicle 2/19/2026
County to begin NW 122nd Street extension project Alachua Chronicle 2/19/2026
How drought conditions are impacting North Central Florida WUFT News 2/18/2026
O-Town Compost to offer free 2.5-gallon kitchen caddy to Alachua County residents on Feb. 21 Alachua Chronicle 2/18/2026
Veterans Stand Down and Resource Fair to be held on March 4 Alachua Chronicle 2/18/2026
County improves safety at High Springs Community School Alachua Chronicle 2/18/2026
Volunteer crisis line counselors needed Alachua Chronicle 2/18/2026
Alachua County firefighters put out house fire in Hawthorne WCJB TV20 News 2/18/2026
Firefighters douse blaze in Hawthorne home Mainstreet Daily News 2/18/2026
CR 235 at Newberry Lane traffic pattern change – be prepared to stop Alachua Chronicle 2/17/2026
Fire crews respond to residential fire in Hawthorne Alachua Chronicle 2/17/2026
Alachua County reviewing 4 projects at Archer Road/Tower Road activity center Mainstreet Daily News 2/17/2026

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Alachua County commissioners request grant proposal submissions for east Gainesville revitalization project WCJB TV20 News 2/15/2026
Alachua County extends burn ban, Governor issues State of Emergency Alachua Chronicle 2/13/2026
Cuscowilla Summer Camp registration opens March 1 Alachua Chronicle 2/13/2026
Alachua County extends burn ban, DeSantis issues State of Emergency Mainstreet Daily News 2/13/2026
Alachua County seeks grant applicants for East Gainesville Legacy Project Alachua Chronicle 2/12/2026
Alachua County Commission unanimously approves Wildflowers Music Festival permit Alachua Chronicle 2/11/2026
After six hours of debate, county OKs Wildflowers Music Park in Melrose Gainesville Sun 2/11/2026
Backyard fire extends to multi-unit residence in Green Leaf Subdivision Mainstreet Daily News 2/11/2026
WildFlowers music festival in Melrose approved by Alachua County commission Mainstreet Daily News 2/11/2026
Alachua County, Gainesville firefighters investigating apartment fire WCJB TV20 News 2/11/2026
Alachua County commission to hear presentation on temporary use permit for Wildflowers Music Park WCJB TV20 News 2/10/2026
Transportation Planning Organization rebrands, begins drafting next 2-year plan Alachua Chronicle 2/10/2026
Crews respond to multiple brush fires Alachua Chronicle 2/10/2026
Community partners promote FindHelp resource platform Alachua Chronicle 2/10/2026
Alachua County Fire Rescue earns national accreditation Alachua Chronicle 2/10/2026
NE/NW 156th Avenue resurfacing nears completion Alachua Chronicle 2/10/2026
Alachua County releases ‘Cents & Sensibility’ budget guide Alachua Chronicle 2/10/2026
Firefighters respond to residential fire in Green Leaf Alachua Chronicle 2/10/2026
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