Alachua County
Recent News About Alachua County
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DOH-Alachua to Recognize World Aids Day 2022 with Community Block Party
Each year on December 1, World AIDS Day is observed around the globe, serving as a memorial for those lost to HIV and as an opportunity to make people aware of enhanced HIV prevention and treatment options.
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Florida Department of Health in Alachua County Closed November 23-27
Florida Department of Health Offices in Alachua County will be closed from Wednesday, November 23 through Friday, November 25 for the Thanksgiving Holiday. Department of Health offices will reopen on Monday, November 28.
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December Commercial Horticulture Programs
The UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County Office is pleased to announce the following Commercial Horticulture programs for December 2022.
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International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day
The Alachua County Crisis Center invites residents to the "International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day" on Saturday, November 19, 2022, at 10 a.m. at the Judy Broward Survivors of Suicide Loss Memory Garden at Cofrin Nature Park (4810 N.W. 8th Ave, Gainesville).
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Alachua County Asking Citizens to Report Manatee Sightings
The Alachua County Environmental Protection Department (ACEPD) has started the Florida Springs Heartland Manatee Sighting Network, a citizen-science program to better understand how manatees use the rivers and springs in and around Alachua County.
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Alachua County Welcomes Visitors to Buck Bay Flatwoods Preserve
Alachua County welcomes citizens to visit Buck Bay Flatwoods Preserve, the most recent Alachua County nature preserve to open for public recreational use.
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County Launches Operation Green Light to Support Veterans
In advance of the upcoming Veterans Day holiday, Alachua County announced that County buildings would be illuminated green from November 7 through November 13, 2022, as part of "Operation Green Light."
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The November Plant of the Month is Cauliflower
The UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County Office is pleased to announce that the November “Plant of the Month” is cauliflower.
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November Agriculture and Natural Resources Program
The UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County Office is pleased to announce the following Agriculture and Natural Resources program for November 2022.
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Children's Trust of Alachua County Seeking Applicants for Gubernatorial Recommendation
Alachua County is now accepting applications from individuals interested in serving on the Children's Trust of Alachua County for a four-year term.
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Jamie Bass Hired as Cuscowilla Manager
Alachua County is pleased to announce the hiring of Jamie Bass as the Alachua County Cuscowilla Manager.
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Alachua County Preserves Re-Opened after Hurricane Ian
Alachua County preserves with public access have re-opened after Hurricane Ian, but some have standing water on portions of the trails.
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Alachua County Job Fair
Alachua County and CareerSource of North Central Florida are hosting a Job Fair on Wednesday, October 5, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Gainesville Career Center (1112 N. Main Street, Gainesville).
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Hurricane Ian Update – Animal Intakes Halted and Shelters Open
Due to Hurricane Ian, the Alachua County Animal Resources and Care animal shelter will not accept intakes this Wednesday through Friday.
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Local Government Infrastructure Surtax Citizen Oversight Board Vacancies
The Alachua County Commission is seeking applications to fill two vacancies for an auditor or accountant and a Florida licensed professional such as an architect or engineer on the Local Government Infrastructure Surtax Citizen Oversight Board.
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National Adoption Weekend to Help Combat the Growing Shelter Crisis in America
Alachua County Animal Resources & Care and Best Friends Animal Society are teaming up for an adoption campaign to encourage people to choose to adopt, not buy, their next pet.
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Alachua County Temporarily Closes Barr Hammock Preserve – Levy Loop Trail for Habitat Restoration Activities
The Alachua County Barr Hammock Preserve Levy Loop Trail (14920 S.E. 11th Drive, Micanopy) will be temporarily closed for habitat restoration activities.
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Citizens Needed for Citizen Climate Advisory Committee
The Joint Water and Climate Policy Board is seeking applications to fill three openings for the Citizen Climate Advisory Committee (CCAC).
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Commissioner Ken Cornell Appointed to Four Florida Association of Counties Committees
Alachua County Commissioner Ken Cornell has been tapped by the Florida Association of Counties (FAC) to serve on four policy committees, including the FAC Presidents Select Committee on Broadband as well as the Federal Affairs, Water, and Health and Safety committees.
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New Pumps Ready to Protect Robin Lane
As hurricane season nears its peak, the Alachua County Public Works Department announced that two new pumps are ready to help protect the Robin Lane area from legacy flooding.