Weekly Media Update (In The News)

​​​​​​​Below is a list of all news items from the last 180 days for issues concerning the Alachua County BoCC.

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Alachua County Fire Rescue Cheif Chief Harold Theus announces retirementWCJB TV20 News5/7/2026
Alachua County Fire Chief Harold Theus announces retirementMainstreet Daily News5/8/2026
Lochloosa West Fire consumes 956 acres, 50% containedMainstreet Daily News5/6/2026
Lochloosa West Fire grows to 228 acres, 30% containedMainstreet Daily News5/5/2026
Alachua County Commission Chair Ken Cornell: Alachua County’s homeless children need us all at the same tableAlachua Chronicle Opinion5/7/2026
Fire Chief Harold Theus announces retirement from Alachua County Fire RescueAlachua Chronicle5/7/2026
Alachua County Commission asks School Board to review underutilized and vacant facilities to address homelessness; SBAC Chair says he’s ‘against that completely’Alachua Chronicle5/6/2026
Lochloosa fire at 956 acres, 50% containedAlachua Chronicle5/6/2026
Crews extinguish trailer fire in Fairbanks areaAlachua Chronicle5/5/2026
Alachua County Fire Rescue Chief Harold Theus announces retirementGainesville Sun5/8/2026
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Alachua County OK’s new land use for UF’s 36-hole championship golf courseMainstreet Daily News4/28/2026
UF/IFAS Master Gardners’ Volunteer Plant Sale slated for SaturdayMainstreet Daily News4/28/2026
UF golf course plans presented to Alachua County commissionersWCJB TV20 News4/28/2026
Alachua County Commission moves forward with anti-ICE measures, asks School Board to review “underutilized” facilities to address homelessnessAlachua Chronicle4/28/2026
Free kitchen caddies available May 2 for Alachua County residentsAlachua Chronicle4/28/2026
Free kitchen compost caddies available for Alachua County residentsMainstreet Daily News4/30/2026
Drought in Alachua County could strain bees; residents urged to plant natives, follow burn bansWCJB TV20 News5/3/2026
Rain not enough to ease wildfire risk in Alachua County, officials sayWCJB TV20 News5/3/2026
Alachua County extends burn ban through May 8WCJB TV20 News5/1/2026
Alachua County extends burn banAlachua Chronicle5/1/2026
Pool passes and swim lessons now available at CuscowillaAlachua Chronicle5/1/2026
UF golf course proposal advances with unanimous county commission voteGainesville Sun4/29/2026
100-acre wildfire breaks out east of MicanopyWUFT News5/4/2026
‘Lemonade out of lemons’: Alachua County Commission approves land use change for UF golf course, state immediately approvesAlachua Chronicle5/4/2026
Forest Service, ACFR battling 200-acre wildfire south of HawthorneGainesville Sun5/4/2026
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Alachua County motel conversions open as permanent supportive housingWCJB TV20 News4/21/2026
North Central Florida agencies use drones to slow wildfire spreadWCJB TV20 News4/22/2026
Multiple wildfires continue to burn in Alachua, Levy, Bradford and Clay countiesMainstreet Daily News4/22/2026
Alachua County opens renovated motels for permanent supportive housingMainstreet Daily News4/21/2026
Alachua County celebrates opening of permanent supportive housing projectsGainesville Sun4/21/2026
County celebrates Foster Grandparent Program during National Volunteer WeekAlachua Chronicle4/22/2026
Alachua County recognizes Sexual Assault Awareness Month with community eventsAlachua Chronicle4/22/2026
NEW MAPS: April 21 wildfire updatesAlachua Chronicle4/21/2026
Alachua County cuts the ribbon on permanent housing facilities for homeless communityWUFT News4/21/2026
Hawthorne, Alachua County to seek Santa Fe College satellite campus fundingMainstreet Daily News4/23/2026
Multi-agency response contains fire along CR 2082Alachua Chronicle4/23/2026
Wildfires persist in Clay, Levy and Putnam counties Mainstreet Daily News4/24/2026
Wildfires remain active in Alachua, Clay, Levy and Putnam countiesMainstreet Daily News4/23/2026
Family of 4 displaced after house fire in High SpringsWCJB TV20 News4/27/2026
Cow Creek Fire grows to more than 2,400 acres, 50% containedWCJB TV20 News4/24/2026
Final updates issued for three Gainesville firesAlachua Chronicle4/25/2026
April 28 Alachua County Commission Regular MeetingAlachua Chronicle4/24/2026
Alachua County extends burn banAlachua Chronicle4/24/2026
Need Spanish-language information about area wildfires? Text Alachua CountyWUFT News4/24/2026
How Alachua County plans to improve biking and walking safetyWUFT News4/24/2026
Gainesville wildfires near total containment   Mainstreet Daily News4/27/2026
Residential fire south of High Springs likely sparked by golf cartMainstreet Daily News4/27/2026
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North Florida experiences 19 inches below normal rainfall over 12 monthsMainstreet Daily News4/16/2026
Animal shelter stays top priority at Alachua County along with Archer Road project Mainstreet Daily News4/14/2026
State Road 26 wildfire grows to 400 acres in Alachua CountyMainstreet Daily News4/16/2026
Westwood wins Ninth Annual Civics Challenge, Lincoln places secondMainstreet Daily News4/15/2026
Firefighters battle wildfire off State Road 26 in Alachua CountyMainstreet Daily News4/15/2026
Fire Rescue crews emphasize importance of burn bans as wildfire burns in Alachua CountyWCJB TV20 News4/16/2026
Alachua County firefighters put out travel trailer fireWCJB TV20 News4/16/2026
Alachua County Animal Resources director finalists announced, meet-and-greet scheduledWCJB TV20 News4/15/2026
University of Florida golf course plans to go before Alachua County Planning CommissionWCJB TV20 News4/15/2026
Medical examiner confirms woman died from dog attack in AlachuaWCJB TV20 News4/14/2026
State Road 26 back open as crews battle wildfire in Alachua CountyWCJB TV20 News4/15/2026
Firefighters battle wildfire in northern Alachua County, homes nearbyWCJB TV20 News4/14/2026
Alachua County students compete in 9th annual Civics ChallengesWCJB TV20 News4/15/2026
Crews extinguish travel trailer fire in Lochloosa areaAlachua Chronicle4/16/2026
Public invited to meet with Animal Resources Director finalistsAlachua Chronicle4/15/2026
Temporary partial trail closure at Turkey Creek PreserveAlachua Chronicle4/15/2026
Alachua County Commission discusses animal shelter records issues, announces agreement with GRU to save trees in roadwayAlachua Chronicle4/14/2026
Ribbon-cutting for East Tumblin Creek and Forest Edge housing communities to be held on April 21Alachua Chronicle4/14/2026
Civics Challenge engages middle school teams across Alachua CountyGainesville Sun4/15/2026
Historic drought fuels large wildfire near Gainesville Regional AirportGainesville Sun4/17/2026
North Gainesville wildfire forces evacuations, multi-agency responseMainstreet Daily News4/19/2026
Community effort reveals details into Alachua County Animal Resources investigationAlligator4/20/2026
Wildfires in Alachua County prompt neighborhood evacuationsAlligator4/19/2026
Gainesville wildfire nearly one-third contained after 4-hour responseAlligator4/15/2026
Evacuation orders lifted as crews battle wildfire nears Pine Tree neighborhood in GainesvilleWCJB TV20 News4/19/2026
Firefighters work to contain wildfires in Alachua, Putnam counties ahead of weekend windsWCJB TV20 News4/17/2026
Finalist withdraws from Alachua County animal resources director search, leaving one remainingWCJB TV20 News4/15/2026
Evacuations ordered in Eryn’s Garden for SR 121 fire, SR 121 closed in the areaAlachua Chronicle4/19/2026
Animal shelter seeks short-term rescues out of abundance of caution due to fireAlachua Chronicle4/19/2026
Public invited to provide input on the Animal Resources Director finalistAlachua Chronicle4/17/2026
Alachua County extends burn banAlachua Chronicle4/17/2026
Alachua County issues wildfire state of emergency as Florida drought expandsMainstreet Daily News4/20/2026
Alachua County declares state of emergency as wildfires burn in northeast GainesvilleWCJB TV20 News4/20/2026
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Alachua County negotiates with GRU over 5 live oak trees stalling constructionMainstreet Daily News4/7/2026
Alachua County manager receives national awardWCJB TV20 News4/7/2026
Electronic waste is piling up; here’s how Florida is managing the surgeWUFT News4/8/2026
Alachua County Commission votes to save South Pointe live oaks, supports providing up to $500k to PEAK LiteracyAlachua Chronicle4/7/2026
Alachua County announces rain barrel and compost bin saleAlachua Chronicle4/7/2026
ACSO update shows staffing recovery, growing mental health caseloadGainesville Sun4/7/2026
Autopsy confirms Alachua dogs mauled grandmother to deathMainstreet Daily News4/11/2026
Fire destroys two buildings in Alachua CountyWCJB TV20 News4/11/2026
Alachua County extends burn banWCJB TV20 News4/11/2026
April 14 Alachua County Commission Regular MeetingAlachua Chronicle4/10/2026
Alachua County extends burn banAlachua Chronicle4/10/2026
Alachua County is all in on the AI RevolutionAlligator4/13/2026
Shelter volunteers say public records request responses were false after learning that 15 dogs were euthanized during training course at shelterAlachua Chronicle4/13/2026
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Earth Day 2026 events slated throughout Alachua County in AprilMainstreet Daily News3/31/2026
Negotiations continue on Parker Road extension, but arborists warn that live oaks may be too damaged to saveAlachua Chronicle4/1/2026
Crews respond to residential electrical fire on NW 39th AvenueAlachua Chronicle4/1/2026
Celebrate Earth Day 2026 with events throughout AprilAlachua Chronicle3/31/2026
IMPACT GNV launches technology hubs with Children’s Trust of Alachua County grantAlachua Chronicle3/31/2026
Alachua County implements fuel conservation program as gas prices rise to highest level since 2022WCJB TV20 News4/1/2026
Firefighters battle 20-acre brush fire in Northeast Alachua CountyMainstreet Daily News3/31/2026
Zero Waste Week shows residents where Alachua County’s trash goesWUFT News4/2/2026
3rd annual Santa Fe Springs Celebration on tap for April 11Mainstreet Daily News4/3/2026
Dink, dink: 12 public pickleball courts located in Alachua CountyMainstreet Daily News4/1/2026
April 7 Alachua County Commission Special MeetingsAlachua Chronicle4/3/2026
Alachua County extends burn banAlachua Chronicle4/3/2026
Alachua County burn ban extended through April 10WCJB TV20 News4/3/2026
The charismatic snails snacking on the springs’ algae problemWUFT News4/5/2026
Alachua family in suspected fatal dog attack has prior history with animal controlMainstreet Daily News4/6/2026
Alachua County Fire Rescue adds donated blood to emergency response unitsWCJB TV20 News4/6/2026
Alachua County Fire Rescue to carry whole blood for emergency transfusionsAlachua Chronicle4/6/2026
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Alachua police investigate apparent fatal dog attackMainstreet Daily News3/24/2026
Alachua County Commission asks GRU for easement variance to save South Pointe treesAlachua Chronicle3/24/2026
Alachua County partners with Parks Motor Group for free pet adoption eventAlachua Chronicle3/24/2026
Community Reuse and Recycle Day to be held on April 18 at Santa Fe CollegeAlachua Chronicle3/24/2026
Third annual Santa Fe Springs Celebration to be held on April 11Alachua Chronicle3/25/2026
Woman dies after possible dog attack, Alachua Police sayWCJB TV20 News3/25/2026
Gainesville residents raise concerns over proposed 260-acre property changesWCJB TV20 News3/25/2026
Alachua County receives Distinguished Budget Presentation AwardAlachua Chronicle3/25/2026
Alachua County to host final Bicycle Pedestrian Master Plan Open House on April 15Alachua Chronicle3/25/2026
Firefighters contain 2-acre brush fire behind Celebration PointeMainstreet Daily News3/27/2026
Floridan aquifer levels hit lowest since 2011 with little March rainMainstreet Daily News3/26/2026
Alachua County Commission explores appeal of City of Alachua golf course decision, moves forward with West End Park improvementsAlachua Chronicle3/26/2026
Crews respond to fire in woods near Celebration PointeAlachua Chronicle3/26/2026
Alachua County Public Works employee wins Regional Equipment RoadeoAlachua Chronicle3/26/2026
Q&A: Alachua County Veterans Services Director Olajuwon WhiteWUFT News3/26/2026
Alachua County extends burn ban to April 3Alachua Chronicle3/27/2026
Alachua County brushfire grows to 20 acres, prompts burn ban reminderWCJB TV20 News3/30/2026
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Alachua County under a phase two severe water shortage orderWCJB TV20 News3/19/2026
Alachua County extends burn ban through March 27Mainstreet Daily News3/20/2026
Dance Alive National Ballet to hold annual fundraiser on March 28Mainstreet Daily News3/20/2026
Alachua County launches second phase of food hub feasibility studyMainstreet Daily News3/17/2026
Alachua County Pets: Bolo, Senzy, and Kitty WuWCJB TV20 News3/19/2026
Alachua County Commission moves toward purchasing Chamber of Commerce building, hears update on South Pointe treesAlachua Chronicle3/19/2026
Alachua County extends burn banAlachua Chronicle3/20/2026
Severe water shortage declared in the regionAlachua Chronicle3/18/2026
Hazardous Waste Collection Center Closed on March 24Alachua Chronicle3/18/2026
City and County Commissioners discuss future of GCRA, east side developmentAlachua Chronicle3/17/2026
After COVID-19 and SNAP cuts, Alachua County trials a new approach to local food securityWUFT News3/19/2026
Derrick: Research reveals public engagement decreasing in FloridaMainstreet Daily News3/17/2026
March 24 Alachua County Commission Regular MeetingAlachua Chronicle3/20/2026
APWA Equipment Roadeo revs up in Newberry on WednesdayMainstreet Daily News3/23/2026
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Alachua County launches whistleblower investigation into animal shelterMainstreet Daily News3/10/2026
‘We do care’: Alachua County Commissioners provide update on animal resources investigationWCJB TV20 News3/10/2026
Alachua County Commission asks for Animal Welfare Advisory Committee meeting and change in animal shelter leadershipAlachua Chronicle3/10/2026
Wildflowers Music and Dance Festival kicks off in MelroseWCJB TV20 News3/13/2026
Alachua, Levy counties extend burn bansWCJB TV20 News3/12/2026
Joint Commissions hear update on Literacy Action PlanAlachua Chronicle3/11/2026
Alachua County Animal Resources is under investigation after a whistleblower complaintWUFT News3/13/2026
Third‑party investigation launched into Alachua County animal shelterGainesville Sun3/11/2026
Gainesville, Alachua County leaders question impacts of ACPS rezoning planGainesville Sun3/10/2026
School Board of Alachua County approves zoning changes, school closuresMainstreet Daily News3/13/2026
Alachua County School Board votes to move forward with rezoning plan, closing two elementary schoolsWCJB TV20 News3/12/2026
Alachua County extends burn banAlachua Chronicle3/13/2026
Gainesville man arrested on dogfighting and animal cruelty charges after officers find 12 dogs in padlocked kennelsAlachua Chronicle3/12/2026
Small Business Administration offers Disaster Relief Loans to Florida businesses and nonprofitsAlachua Chronicle3/11/2026
Letter: Animal shelter investigation should go beyond the latest controversyAlachua Chronicle3/15/2026
Letter: Compliance concerns regarding Wildflowers Music ParkAlachua Chronicle3/15/2026
Firefighters respond to attic fireAlachua Chronicle3/14/2026
Animal Resources to host low-cost veterinary clinicAlachua Chronicle3/13/2026
Animal Resources investigation sparks debate at county commission meetingAlligator3/10/2026
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Alachua County report outlines medical debt buyout for 31,000 residentsMainstreet Daily News3/3/2026
Registration open for 2026 Citizens AcademyAlachua Chronicle3/4/2026
Plein air painting at Barr Hammock Preserve-Levy LoopAlachua Chronicle3/4/2026
Alachua County firefighters receive new turnout gearAlachua Chronicle3/3/2026
DEI on chopping block (again): State lawmakers look to ban local diversity programsWUFT News3/4/2026
Plein air painting at Barr Hammock Preserve-Levy Loop slated for March 15Mainstreet Daily News3/6/2026
Alachua County reminds bicyclists, motorists about best safety practicesMainstreet Daily News3/6/2026
Alachua County launches investigation into Animal Resources DepartmentWCJB TV20 News3/5/2026
Alachua County opens formal investigations into allegations of animal abuse at its animal shelterAlachua Chronicle3/5/2026
Indoor Track & Field National Championships and Race Walking World Team Trials to be held March 5-8Alachua Chronicle3/5/2026
Severe water shortage declared in the regionAlachua Chronicle3/5/2026
Animal Resources will be closed on March 11Alachua Chronicle3/5/2026
Alachua County burn ban extended; several North Florida counties update restrictionsWCJB TV20 News3/7/2026
Alachua County opens registration for 2026 Citizens AcademyWCJB TV20 News3/8/2026
City of Gainesville and Alachua County leaders to meet on school rezoning planWCJB TV20 News3/9/2026
‘It’s wrong’: Complaints made over conditions at Alachua County Animal Resources, 3rd party investigatesWCJB TV20 News3/6/2026
March 10 Alachua County Commission Regular MeetingAlachua Chronicle3/6/2026
March 9 Alachua County Commission and City of Gainesville Commission Joint MeetingAlachua Chronicle3/6/2026
Alachua County extends burn banAlachua Chronicle3/6/2026
Overnight road closures scheduled for NW–NE 53rd AvenueAlachua Chronicle3/6/2026
Alachua County officials worry property tax bill will affect public servicesAlligator3/7/2026
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Alachua County Commission to hear presentation on 5-year strategic plan on gun violence preventionWCJB TV20 News2/24/2026
Alachua County commissioners discuss gun violence prevention five-year planWCJB TV20 News2/24/2026
Alachua County Youth Fair and Livestock Show starts March 5Mainstreet Daily News2/25/2026
Mainstreet to print 1,800 extra copies for classroom useMainstreet Daily News2/26/2026
Alachua County Commission approves Jonesville rezoning request, apologizes to neighbors for history of racist land use policyAlachua Chronicle2/27/2026
March 2 Transportation Planning Organization MeetingAlachua Chronicle2/27/2026
The Alachua County Community Remembrance ProjectWCJB TV20 News3/1/2026
Alachua County extends burn banAlachua Chronicle2/27/2026
Melrose residents push back on Alachua County’s sponsorship of Wildflowers Music Park festivalWCJB TV20 News3/2/2026
Florida Bicycle Month promotes safety and best practices for bicyclists and motoristsAlachua Chronicle3/2/2026
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Alachua County reviewing 4 projects at Archer Road/Tower Road activity centerMainstreet Daily News2/17/2026
Firefighters douse blaze in Hawthorne homeMainstreet Daily News2/18/2026
Alachua County firefighters put out house fire in HawthorneWCJB TV20 News2/18/2026
County to begin NW 122nd Street extension projectAlachua Chronicle2/19/2026
State Attorney appoints Dr. Milad Webb as District 8 Medical ExaminerAlachua Chronicle2/19/2026
Volunteer crisis line counselors neededAlachua Chronicle2/18/2026
County improves safety at High Springs Community SchoolAlachua Chronicle2/18/2026
Veterans Stand Down and Resource Fair to be held on March 4Alachua Chronicle2/18/2026
O-Town Compost to offer free 2.5-gallon kitchen caddy to Alachua County residents on Feb. 21Alachua Chronicle2/18/2026
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