Anissa Flowers, a 19-year-old UF biology freshman, rakes fallen leaves outside a home in Gainesville’s Porters Community as a part of The Big Event, a daylong service day organized by UF Student Government. She was one of about 760 students to participate at about 45 locations across the city.
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By Daniela Ortiz | 10:51amLocal leaders reflect and reminisce amid America's 250th celebration Saturday, July 4, 2026.
District 21 Candidate Forum
By Julianna Bendeck | 5:48pmAntoine Fields, Jacquelyn Randall, Malik J. Moore and Xavier J. Monroe speak during a Democratic candidate forum, Thursday, July 2, 2026.
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By Addison Gload | July 1In 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.





