MediaUpdate

​Alachua County Animal Resources is inviting the community to its annual Summer Lovin’ Adopt-A-Thon, the shelter’s largest adoption event of the year, offering free adoptions for hundreds of dogs and cats on Saturday, Aug. 8.

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​The literacy collaborative initiative dates to April of last year, when the CTAC and the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) held a joint meeting. At that meeting, board members heard about the first phase of a four-part plan to improve literacy rates in schools and the community. 

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​Social media has become a sounding board for frustrated Alachua County drivers, with residents posting photos and videos of cracked pavement, potholes and deteriorating roads while calling on county leaders to make repairs.

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​The whistleblower investigation into the Alachua County Animal Resources shelter concluded earlier this month. The 31-page report dated July 1 found several of the initial allegations against the shelter were unsubstantiated. 

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​Alachua County Fire Rescue Captain Jennifer Allee saved a woman’s life last month while attending a youth softball game in Newberry.

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​The Alachua County Commission voted at a Tuesday meeting to look into financially supporting Gainesville Thrives, a literacy nonprofit. It also voted to purchase land near Watermelon Pond and Lake Alto Preserve. 

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​At their July 14 meeting, the Alachua County Commission commented on the Animal Resources investigative report and asked staff to look at paving some roads that aren’t in the 10-year plan, look for ways to fund the expansion of an early childhood literacy program, and explore a proposal to partner with the Florida Workforce Housing Council to expand affordable housing.

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​Recent conditions have reduced underwater visibility to the point that the County has determined the swimming area is no longer safe for public use.

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​County Manager Michele Lieberman gave Commissioners a copy of the budget book, which she said “reflects Alachua County’s commitment to fiscal responsibility, essential public services, and careful stewardship of taxpayer resources.” She said the theme for this year’s budget is “Strong Foundations, Uncertain Horizon.”

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​The Levy Loop Trail and parking lot at Barr Hammock Preserve (14920 SE 11th Dr., Micanopy) have reopened following maintenance work.

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​Alachua County’s efforts to reduce homelessness and expand access to permanent housing are being recognized in the Florida Council on Homelessness’ 2026 Annual Report provided to Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Florida Legislature.

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