Florida Auditor General finds that UF’s purchase of golf course land did not follow...
In a new report, the Florida Auditor General found that the University of Florida's purchase of land along Parker Road did not follow a state law that requires two appraisals; UF responded that they believe their interpretation of the law is "reasonable," but they modified their purchasing process for future land use...
Attorney general defends $100K University of Florida part-time professor salary
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier said his work as a part-time professor at the University of Florida justifies a $100,000 annual salary from the school.
City of Gainesville hires development services advocate
The City of Gainesville has hired Ralph Hilliard as its development services advocate, a position designed to assist residents, small business owners, and developers with permitting, planning, and zoning processes. The post City of Gainesville hires development services advocate appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .
Ocala man allegedly tries to sell stolen auto shop ramps on Facebook Marketplace
A 28-year-old Ocala man accused of stealing aluminum ramps from a local auto shop has been arrested after he allegedly tried selling the ramps on Facebook Marketplace. On Tuesday, January 20, a manager at Burynzz Classic Cars (1 Aspen Road in Ocala) contacted the Marion County Sheriff’s Office to report that multiple...
Three charged under rioting statute for Oaks Mall attack that led to self-defense shooting
Ra'jon Richard White, 19, was arrested yesterday and charged with rioting and battery for his role in the attack of a man at the Oaks Mall on February 14, which resulted in the victim firing a gunshot inside a jewelry store; sworn complaints have also been filed against Vontrell Deshune Scott, 18, and Kellis Marquis...
Marion County Sheriff’s Office provides update on investigation into 3-year-old’s death
Sgt. Paul Bloom, a Marion County Sheriff's Office Public Information Officer, gives an update on the investigation into the death of a 3-year-old girl in Citra.
High Springs Chevron owner arrested for selling to underaged customers
Following an undercover operation, the High Springs Police Department and state partners arrested the owner and an employee of the Chevron on Main Street for selling nicotine products to underaged customers. The store owner, Bhavesh Jayantilal Amin of Gainesville, was arrested Thursday. The store clerk, Kudamannage...
‘Took it too far:’ Nightmare in Citra
MARION COUNTY, Fla. – The man who Marion County deputies took in for questioning Thursday in the death of a girl in Citra has been arrested, the sheriff’s office confirmed Friday. Jeroen Jarrel Coombs, 32, faces a charge of aggravated child abuse in the death of a 3-year-old...
GRU Authority approves financial transactions, votes to move General Public Comment to the end...
At the February 18 GRU Authority meeting, the board responded to comments from the public, approved financial transactions to replenish capital project funds and refinance bonds, and voted for several changes to its Code of Business Conduct, including moving General Public Comment to the end of the meeting. The post...
Alachua County introduces potential solution for east Gainesville food insecurity
East Gainesville has long been recognized as a food desert. After years of failed attempts to bring another grocery store to the area, a new solution is on the table — a Farm Stop. Alachua County Commissioner Anna Prizzia introduced the model, which is a combination of a grocery...
