Public Works Department Earns Perfect-Score Reaccreditation
The City of Gainesville Public Works Department has earned full reaccreditation from the American Public Works Association (APWA) for the fifth time, achieving a 100% compliance rating during its 2026 review and reaffirming the department’s commitment to nationally recognized standards of excellence in public service. The APWA National Accreditation Program evaluates public works agencies against...
Gainesville Celebrates Reopening of Tom Petty Park
Tom Petty Park officially reopened June 6 to the delight of Gainesville residents and visitors who welcomed the renovations and new amenities. Improvements include eight new pickleball courts, seating areas, shade canopies, a multiuse trail, and a concessions and storage building with public restrooms. The reopening followed several years of planning, design and public engagement,...
Working in School Garden Teaches Sidney Lanier Students Life Lessons
Most weekdays, weather permitting, a group of students can be found tending the garden on the southeast corner of the Sidney Lanier School campus–growing flowers, produce and life skills. With the guidance and support of teacher Gloria Valladares and other Lanier staff members, as well as some local volunteers, the students in Lanier’s Transition to...
City of Gainesville Honors Local Historic Preservation Champions
Gainesville Historic Preservation Officer Kathleen Kauffman (far left), Historic Preservation Board member Vivian Filer (seated, center) and Gainesville City Commissioner Ed Book (far right) join the 2026 Historic Preservation Award winners alongside board members at this year’s ceremony. Restoration projects on two of Gainesville’s oldest homes were recognized during the recent City of Gainesville Historic...
UF Board of Trustees unanimously selects Dr. Stuart Bell as the 14th president of the University
The University of Florida Board of Trustees voted unanimously today to select Dr. Stuart R. Bell as the University of Florida’s next president. Dr. Bell will become UF’s 14th president, pending ratification by the Florida Board of Governors, which oversees the State University System of Florida. The Board of Governors is expected to vote on...
Infotech Earns Great Place to Work® Certification for Third Consecutive Year
For the third consecutive year, Infotech, a leading SaaS provider for the infrastructure construction industry, has earned Great Place to Work® Certification™ — a recognition based entirely on direct employee feedback. The distinction reflects the company’s sustained commitment to a high-trust workplace and reinforces its reputation as a destination for top talent in the construction...
Storm Ready Storytime Comes to Local Libraries
Alachua County Emergency Management, in partnership with the Alachua County Library District, invites families with young children ages 3 to 8 to attend Storm Ready Storytime. The free educational program is designed to help children learn about storm safety and emergency preparedness as the 2026 hurricane season gets underway. During each Storm Ready Storytime session,...
Gainesville Receives Strong Credit Rating Reviews From Moody’s, Fitch
The City of Gainesville has received strong credit rating reviews from both Moody’s Investors Service and Fitch Ratings for the issuance of its upcoming 2026 Capital Improvement Revenue Bonds. These ratings reflect the agencies’ continued confidence in the city’s financial management, reserve levels, resiliency and long-term fiscal strategy. Moody’s affirmed the City of Gainesville’s issuer...