Alachua County is located in the north-central part of the U.S. state of Florida. The county seat is Gainesville, the home of the University of Florida.

Alachua County is included in the Gainesville, FL Metropolitan Statistical Area. The county is known for its diverse culture, local music, and artisans.

The county government is composed of a five-member Board of County Commissioners, elected from single-member districts, and a county manager. The Board of County Commissioners is the legislative and policy-making body of the county. The Board sets the millage rate, adopts ordinances, and approves the county budget. The county manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the county.

Alachua County is home to a number of parks and recreational areas, including Paynes Prairie State Park, San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park, and the University of Florida's Lake Wauburg. The county also has a number of museums, including the Florida Museum of Natural History, the Harn Museum of Art, and the Cade Museum of Creativity and Invention.

Alachua County's economy is driven by education, healthcare, technology, and agriculture. The University of Florida and its affiliated medical, research, and agricultural institutions are the county's largest employers.

Alachua County is served by the Alachua County Public Schools system, which includes 42 schools. The University of Florida, the state's flagship university, is located in Gainesville. Santa Fe College, a community college, is also located in Gainesville.

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