Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Gilchrist County commissioners voted unanimously Monday night to impose a one-year moratorium on AI data centers, following similar temporary bans adopted by Levy and Putnam counties. Alachua City commissioners have also taken up the measure, approving a first reading of their own moratorium earlier this month. The Gilchrist action stems from a July vote directing the county attorney to draft the ordinance, which cleared a public hearing before final approval.
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Alachua County Public Works crews have patched more than 1,000 potholes in each of the past two weeks, using an online reporting portal that launched in September. Columbia County commissioners approved an agreement to send weekend crews to assist with repairs, with overtime costs covered by Alachua County taxpayer funds.
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Alachua County residents can cast ballots early through November 1, with polling available on both weekends before Election Day on November 3. Supervisor of Elections Kim A. Barton noted the county will offer 14 days of early voting across multiple locations and dates. Congressional seats along with state and local offices will be decided in the November 3 election.
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