Shoot the target

Amy Francis, 21-year-old UF junior studying animal science, sends her arrow barreling through the air. Francis was part of UF's Women's Olympic Recurve team, which took home the gold on Saturday's competition at the Easton Newberry Sports Complex.

Local leaders reflect and reminisce amid America's 250th celebration Saturday, July 4, 2026.

Daniela Ortiz

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By Daniela Ortiz | 10:51am

Local leaders reflect and reminisce amid America's 250th celebration Saturday, July 4, 2026.

Antoine Fields, Jacquelyn Randall, Malik J. Moore and Xavier J. Monroe speak during a Democratic candidate forum, Thursday, July 2, 2026.

Julianna Bendeck

District 21 Candidate Forum

By Julianna Bendeck | 5:48pm

Antoine Fields, Jacquelyn Randall, Malik J. Moore and Xavier J. Monroe speak during a Democratic candidate forum, Thursday, July 2, 2026.

In front of Gainesville Health and Fitness, stands an illuminated eagle sculpture statue in honor of the 250th anniversary of the United States after its unveiling on June 30, in Gainesville, Fla.

Addison Gload

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By Addison Gload | July 1

In front of Gainesville Health and Fitness, stands an illuminated eagle sculpture statue in honor of the 250th anniversary of the United States after its unveiling on June 30, in Gainesville, Fla.

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