LWV is switching to a new member portal for all Leagues across the country on Feb. 1. Through ChapterSpot, you will be able to renew your membership online and update your own information (e.g. phone, email, mailing address) as needed. Dues will no longer be a fixed rate but will be pay-what-you-can (with a $20 minimum). On a member level, we hope these changes will make managing your membership easier. On a League level, this is expected to increase membership around the country and increase our ability to empower voters and defend democracy.

On Thursday, Jan. 9, the state legislators who represent Alachua County gathered at Santa Fe College for their annual public meeting. This was the only opportunity for the public at large to see and hear the legislators and provide input on matters of interest before the legislative session begins March 4. President Janice Garry addressed the delegation on behalf of LWV of Alachua County...