The Coop

A new restaurant will replace Kay Bros. BBQ at 1620 W. University Ave. The Coop is set to open on Saturday and will feature a Southern-inspired menu.

Protestors demonstrate against the death penalty and the execution of Dennis Sochor, in front of the Florida State Prison in Raiford Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Riana Sage

Dennis Sochor Execution

By Riana Sage | 2:44pm

Protestors demonstrate against the death penalty and the execution of Dennis Sochor, in front of the Florida State Prison in Raiford Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Graham Hall is demolished Sept. 30, 2025.

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July 14

Graham Hall is demolished Sept. 30, 2025.

Gainesville local, Bach Ngo, will be competing in the U.S. Junior Chess Championship. 18-year old Ngo is an international master of chess and will be competing against nine other junior players.

Anenaa Kumar

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By Anenaa Kumar | July 14

Gainesville local, Bach Ngo, will be competing in the U.S. Junior Chess Championship. 18-year old Ngo is an international master of chess and will be competing against nine other junior players.

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