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​While attendees said they acknowledged the effort, many used the event to voice long-standing frustrations over persistent issues such as food insecurity, road safety, and unreliable internet access.

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​In addition to the zoo festivities, visitors are encouraged to participate in a spring clean-out event hosted by Alachua County Solid Waste & Resource Recovery. From 9 a.m. to noon, attendees can drop off clean, wearable clothing, non-perishable food, household items in good condition, school and office supplies, and hazardous waste such as old electronics and chemicals.

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​The Alachua County Solid Waste & Resource Recovery Department, in collaboration with the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo, invites residents to participate in the Community Reuse & Recycle Day.

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​The Alachua County Department of Human Resources, in partnership with CareerSource of North Central Florida, will host the 2025 Alachua County Job Fair on Tuesday, April 8.

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​ The Alachua County Commission will conduct its regular meeting on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. The meeting is in the Jack Durrance Auditorium on the second floor of the Alachua County Administration Building (12 SE 1st St., Gainesville). The daytime meeting begins at 11:30 a.m. The evening meeting begins at 5 p.m.

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​The Regional Heavy Equipment ROADeo, organized by the Santa Fe Branch of the American Public Works Association (APWA) and sponsored by Beard Equipment Company, attracted over 60 skilled operators from nine counties and municipalities. Participants competed in a series of timed events, showcasing their expertise with large, complex machinery for the chance to win prizes and earn bragging rights.

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​“This is a great opportunity for prospective families, new campers who have already signed up, or for those who are just missing camp. All are welcome to attend,” said Camp Manager Jamie Bass. “We will have staff stationed at main areas of the camp like the archery range, the climbing wall, the game room, and more.”

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​The Alachua County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) heard an introduction to its budget season on Tuesday while also discussing how the county can partner with community resource centers moving forward.  

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​Alachua County is accepting applications from individuals interested in serving on the Children’s Trust of Alachua County (CTAC). CTAC is an independent special district with taxing authority dedicated to funding preventive, developmental, and treatment services that support the well-being of local children.

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​Alachua County has joined governments, utilities, and agencies across Florida in proclaiming April as Water Conservation Month. This initiative highlights the importance of preserving our water resources, which are essential for our drinking water, springs, rivers, and lakes.

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