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East Gainesville is planning on growing with Cornerstone and Heartwood, two major renovation projects that the Gainesville Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) hopes to complete by 2019. Cornerstone, located at 2153 SE Hawthorne Road, is a 13.6 acre mixed-use park that’s currently owned by the city. Merieux NutriSciences, an international food testing company headquartered in Chicago,...

Each year the Florida Redevelopment Association (FRA) recognizes outstanding efforts by redevelopment agencies throughout the state. Winners demonstrate innovation and positive impact on their communities and inspire other Florida Communities. The NW 1st Ave Streetscape/More in Midtown initiative was selected to receive the FRA Roy F. Kenzie award for Capital Projects/Beautification. The Gainesville CRA led...

Happy New Year! Are you headed off to the gym to shed unwanted pounds, gain stamina or just breathe better? Have you ever thought of doing the same thing for your career? A career coach can get you unstuck in your career, help you change careers, coach you to the next level or help you...

When the people behind Scorpio Corporation approach a construction project, the heart of what they do is focused on the people who will be occupying and using the space. Instead of just looking at bricks and mortar, their first question to their clients is simple, “HOW will this be building will be used and WHO...

The Bainbridge Companies, a leading owner, developer and manager of luxury communities in the eastern U.S., announced it has completed the purchase of more than 11 acres in Gainesville, near the University of Florida, on which it will develop Campus Circle Gainesville, a 492-bed student housing community. The community will open in advance of the...

Late last month, walking into the Cade Museum felt uniquely charged with enthusiasm as Gainesville’s startup community and its supporters convened for an inaugural startup-focused celebration. The sold out event, dubbed “celebrateGNV,” recognized the faces, organizations and events contributing to Gainesville’s thriving startup scene. Though the non-profit organizer, startupGNV, curated the night with themed cocktails...

The Alachua County Solar Co-op recently launched at the Millhopper Branch Library, which features an impressive array on the roof. Neighbors in Alachua County have formed a solar co-op to save money and make going solar easier, while building a network of solar supporters. League of Women Voters of Alachua County, The Sustainable Design Group,...

University towns are unique for many reasons, all of which shape the energy and culture of the region. From the omnipresent exchange of ideas to the never-ending arts and cultural activities to the employment opportunities at the University of Florida, people often choose to live and work in cities like Gainesville for its energy and...

The competition to attract and retain good talent is stiff in today’s job market. While salary and benefits are often the biggest investment a company makes in its employees, there are other ways organizations can set themselves apart. And as savvy companies know, a key tool used to make potential hires sit up and take...

I hope this analysis provides you with information that will both educate and prepare you to make the best real estate decisions possible in 2019. Data presented were accumulated from the GACAR MLS, FloridaRealtors.org, US Census Bureau and the Alachua County Building Department through 12/7/17. Some of these statements are forward-looking and actual results may...