Swamp Things

Park(ing) Day 2026 and how Gainesville could encourage more creativity

A celebration of alternative spaces and a little insight into how Gainesville makes putting on events more difficult

The great summer photo dump

Some of my favorite scenery shots from the summer.

We need a lot more public housing

We've been reliant on the private sector to provide affordable housing, but we need to repeal the Faircloth Amendment so we can move faster and bigger than private sector

Who I'm voting for in Alachua County and beyond

Maybe you'll find yourself voting for these people too!

You're in a community whether you like it or not

The case for taxes

We've tried stupid, and it hasn't worked. Let's try something different

Maybe the key is simply helping people instead of doing bullshit all the time

Gainesville votes to reinstate exclusionary zoning

Gainesville's City Commissioner's votes put it at odds with most progressives and realists nationally

What does the 21st century city look like?

Many major cities are looking to the past to shape their future. Gainesville should do the same.

The Chip