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Florida school districts can legally require their students to wear masks to prevent the spread of COVID-19, a judge ruled Friday, saying Gov. Ron DeSantis overstepped his authority when he issued an executive order banning such mandates.
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County Chair Robert Hutchinson and Gainesville Mayor Lauren Poe announced today that as of midnight, March 24, it is time to shelter in place and stay at home. Only essential businesses should be open, and only essential errands should be made.
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The current positive COVID-19 test total is 21. We are assuming that we have community transmission. At this point whether it is travel related or community transmitted is not pertinent as all cases are equally dangerous. Moving forward, we will just report case totals.
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The 1 person per 1,000 sq.ft. requirement is back in place. As we continue to understand the Governor's Executive Order, it is clear that we can make this decision at the local level.
Read the full amended Order.
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West Newberry Road (SR 26) is closed in both directions near the Gilchrist County line due to a large sinkhole opening. The sinkhole is 35 feet wide, 15 feet deep, and expanding. It is currently on the shoulder, but the road has been determined to be unstable.
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Alachua County's Emergency Orders remain in place, will be enforced, and must be followed. As the Governor's order continues to evolve and more clarification is offered, we will communicate any changes to our Orders.
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Thanks, UF Health, for giving the gift of health and safety this holiday season.
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In the midst of the stress, the hardship, and the sacrifice in the fight against Covid-19, let's take a moment, a breath, and remember we are one community.
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Hurricane Irma Update
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- Immigration Status
Immigration status will not be checked at our shelters. No one...
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Poe Springs Park will reopen this Saturday, Aug. 31!
The park will be open from 8 a.m.-8 p.m. all week. There is a seasonal entrance fee of $6 per vehicle or $1 per person for walk-in/bicycle entry through September. Fees are waived for individuals with disabilities.
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COUNTY ISSUES EMERGENCY ORDER NO. 2020-25 - FULL PHASE ONE OPENINGS
The Order is in response to and cooperation with Governor’s Executive Order 20-123. To read more follow the link below:
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Important Notice:
Due to a large number of reported accidents and dangerous conditions, we are urging folks to avoid driving. If you must drive, please exercise extreme caution. Be aware of downed power lines, trees, debris, and wet conditions.
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We are happy to report no new positive tests or fatalities today. Our total is 370 positive cases, 7 deaths, 16,093 tests performed with a positivity rate of 2.29%. Click this link to view the whole site.
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Another great rescue by your Alachua County Fire Rescue. Thank you to you and Micanopy Fire Rescue for hard work...
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Due to the potential threat from Hurricane Irma to the area, Alachua County Emergency Management encourages...
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Alachua County Public Schools announces free packaged meals will be given out to children. Packaged meals will be given March 16, when school was originally scheduled, to all children — of all ages (0-18). Click for more details.
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This story from an evacuee from down south, warmed all of our hearts:
Hurricane Irma forced us to a mandatory...
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Alachua County's positive COVID-19 tests total 183. The 215 number posted earlier from the Florida Department of Health Dashboard was incorrect. The current number of COVID-19 cases in Alachua County is 183.
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52 ANIMALS ADOPTED! 🎉🥳 ALL 12 of our adoptable kitties and 40 ADULT DOGS found their forever homes today! We cannot thank our community enough for opening their hearts and homes and adopting today.
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Today's updated COVID dashboard. Click the link below to see the full dashboard.
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COVID-19 Testing Available to County Residents Regardless of Symptoms
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FROM ALACHUA COUNTY SHERIFF: If you Break Down on I75 and don't know Where to Go, Please Call 311. We Will Get...
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Check out the newest piece of public art in Alachua County!
Local artist Jenn Garrett created "Bounce," funded through the County's Art in Public Places program.
The sculpture was installed on Sept. 28th, 2023 and sits outside of the Alachua County Sports Sports Event Center.
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There were 47 new positives cases today, and 0 deaths. Our COVID-19 total is 807 positive cases, 11 deaths, 36,374 tests performed with a positivity rate of 2.22%. Explore the Alachua County COVID-19 Recovery Dashboard.
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Alachua County EMERGENCY ORDER 2020-05
Dentists and those who practice under their license shall not perform any elective procedures and services until a State of Emergency ceases in Alachua County or this restriction is lifted in writing.
Read the Order
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The unveiling of the Equal Justice Initiative’s Historical Marker, commemorating the victims of lynching in Gainesville, took place Saturday on the west lawn of the County Administration building.
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The Newberry road westbound lanes by Westside Baptist Chuch are closed. Remider: do not drive through standing water if the depth is unknown.
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THIS IS HUGE!! Please SHARE! Click below and take your census online! Right now! Why wait? it is estimated that our area lost almost $400 million over the last 10 years from under-counting in the 2010 Census.
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FROM GRU: ATTENTION: If Hurricane Irma causes a power outage, you will still be able to use your water faucets....
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Governor Opens Barbershops, Hair Salons, Nail Salons, & Cosmetology Specialty Salons. Customers and Employees Shall be Masked. County Emergency Order 20-20 still applies re: Use of face coverings and personal protective equipment.
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We are pleased to announce that the long-anticipated $9.4 million renovation project on NW 23rd Ave. has officially commenced. This crucial 1.7-mile stretch, located on the east side of I-75, extends from NW 58th Blvd to NW 83rd St.
For more info:
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Everyone should stay indoors Friday. Other than essential services, all government offices, court houses, State...
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Calling the Health Department Before Calling Your Doctor is no Longer Necessary. When calling your doctor’s office, you should be prepared to share the reason for requesting a coronavirus (COVID-19) test.
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Thanks
@Gainesville
! The links below take you to a great restaurant guide they put together. If you are thinking about take out or delivery, this is a great resource.
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The partnership with UF Health on a Mobile Stroke Transport Unit is a game changer for treating stroke patients. Click the following link to hear Alachua County Fire Rescue Chief Theus' presentation about this revolutionary new mobile unit.
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N.W. 39th Avenue is now open with some adjustments to eastbound lanes. We want to thank the folks in Public Works for their enormous efforts to mitigate the effects of the largest flooding event in Alachua County since the storms of 2004.
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Amendment
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gives OSHA protections to workers and clarifies gathering rules. It creates an anonymous line for employees who believe that they are working in unsafe conditions. It clarifies that religious services are included in gathering restrictions.
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District providing free meals to children and teens beginning June 1st
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As we go into the evening watching the path of Hurricane Ian, please make sure that we keep safety as our top priority. 311 Critical Information phone lines are still open and will remain open until the event has passed.
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From the Alachua County Public Schools:
Today our Food and Nutrition Services Department distributed 15,902 meals at 74 sites across the county! That includes both lunch for today and breakfast for tomorrow, and is up from 5400+ yesterday. click for more
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Here is the latest update from our on-site meteorologist. Please stay indoors, in a safe place, until Hurricane...
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Alachua County and the City of Gainesville joined hands on this project and have saved the enormously important Four Creeks property. Great Gainesville Sun story below by Andrew Caplan.
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Update on dog grooming. This service is now considered low risk and can resume on Monday. Please help us get the word out on this by sharing this post.
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There were 13 new positives cases today, and zero deaths. Our COVID-19 total is 564 positive cases, 10 deaths, 31,516 tests performed with a positivity rate of 1.79%.
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Please see the great message below from Eldercare of Alachua County.
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Those of us involved in emergency response, really don't want to say the "H" word out loud right now. But a tax holiday is coming up to help you put together your H-word Kit.
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Guess what! Poe Springs is opening Friday. There will be an ice cream social on Saturday, May 26. Click for more information about the opening and all the work that needed to be done.
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Judge Denies Emergency Injunction Motion to Stop Mandatory Masks
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Irma Update
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Flood Evacuation Map
Alachua County has expanded the area to include a mandatory evacuation for...
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Alachua County has declared a Local State of Emergency. Read it here:
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The County is asking residents not to congregate at boat ramps. We are getting reports of unsafe practices and gatherings of large groups at boat ramps. We don't want to close these ramps but will if it is required.
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REMEMBER: If it's life threatening: call 911. If not: 955-1818. If you need information or want to verify a rumor: 311.
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Alachua County, the City of Gainesville and the Local Department of Health Increase Testing. Click for more information.
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It's time again for the people of Alachua County to come to the aid of their community. Vaccinations - Masks - Distance - Hygiene. Please stay safe.
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Registration for COVID-19 Vaccine Available for Those Over 65:
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There are zero new positives cases and zero deaths today. Our COVID-19 total is 399 positive cases, 8 deaths, 26,368 tests performed with a positivity rate of 1.51%.
Explore the Alachua County COVID-19 Recovery Dashboard.
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR! Join us at Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center for the Solar Eclipse and Star Gazing on October 14, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. at the Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center. Read the flyer for more information.
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There are 2 road closures reported due to downed trees. 1. 8700 block of sw 24th ave. 2. SW 171st Ave. South of SW 170th Street.
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A 69-y.o. male, non-Fl resident visiting from Europe tested positive for COVID-19 in Alachua County. The Florida Department of Health has announced 25 new positive cases of coronavirus disease in Fl and the death of a Florida resident in California.
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SCAM ALERT - If you receive a letter like this, know that it is not from the County nor the Commissioner.
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FROM THE ALACHUA COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD: Based on a weather advisory issued by the National Weather Service at 3:16...
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So, this is predicted to be a rainy windy summer-like day. No government offices closed, no schools closed, no shelters opened, no sandbag locations. We'll keep you posted if there is a change, but for now, it's looking good.
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All Publix Supermarkets will close today at 6 p.m. They will remain closed through the duration of the storm.
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Alachua County's positive COVID-19 tests total 324. Total people tested 9,490. 324 positive. 9,159 negative. 3.4% positive tests
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Alachua County is no longer under a Hurricane Warning. We are now under a Tropical Storm Warning.
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Alachua County Public Schools launches free School Bus WiFi program for remote learning
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VACCINATION REGISTRATION UPDATE! Additional populations have been added to those eligible to get a COVID-19 vaccine. Those 50+ who are K-12 school employees, law enforcement & firefighters, & patients who are extremely vulnerable. Click for info.
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An important message from the Wage and Hour Division of the Department of Labor. For more information, see the bottom of the poster. Here is a link to share:
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Sand and bags will be available beginning tomorrow @ 9 a.m. at Wayside Park located at 11855 NW US HWY 441,...
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There were 91 new positives cases today, and 0 deaths. Our COVID-19 total is 1,792 positive cases, 12 deaths, 47,050 tests performed with a positivity rate of 3.81%. Click this link to view the whole site.
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GREAT NEWS! You can now get your passports at the Clerk's Office in the Civil Courthouse downtown (at the Bo Diddley Plaza). Help spread the word and share with your friends.
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The 311 Rumor Control phone number will be activated at 5 p.m. today (This is a call in, not text, phone number....
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Due to a traffic backup, avoid traveling on NE 8th Ave between Waldo Rd and NE 9th St. Traffic in this area will be very slow for some time. Officers are on-scene directing traffic. Those going to the Farm Share event this morning at the MLK Center, please be patient.
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ATTENTION MALE SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE!
Alachua County Victim Services & Rape Crisis Center is offering a ten-week support group for male survivors of sexual trauma. The...
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Alachua County Asking Citizens to Report Manatee Sightings
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The County Commission is having an Emergency Meeting today, at 5 p.m. The meeting is to discuss the COVID-19 emergency. Click for details.
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All Alachua County parks, including Poe Springs Park, are now open on their regular schedules.
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Local Health Dept. announces new Covid-19 Call Center
The Alachua County Health Department has created a new call center for the community to address questions about testing and any concerns with Covid-19. The number is 352-334-8810.
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The talented drone operators at Alachua County Fire Rescue put together this footage of how flood waters affected...
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The Alachua County Commission issued an Emergency Order encouraging residents to wear Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) in public. Click for details.
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There were 87 new positives cases today, and 0 deaths. Our COVID-19 total is 1,332 positive cases, 12 deaths, 42,867 tests performed with a positivity rate of 3.11%.
Explore the Alachua County COVID-19 Recovery Dashboard.
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A good article about the history of land conservation in Alachua County in the Sun below....
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Florida has joined the 21st Century. Help us by sharing the word that you can now register to vote online.
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Alachua County now has 45 total positive Covid-19 tests. Stay home, stay safe.
El condado de Alachua ahora tiene 45 pruebas positivas totales de Covid-19. Quédate en casa, mantente a salvo.
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Alachua County has issued an immediate evacuation order for mobile homes, manufactured homes, recreational vehicles, and homes which may not survive the storm along with those living in areas subject to flooding or those in proximity to bodies of water.
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Land Purchase Protects Lake Alto and the Santa Fe River
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