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Born Zillennial: UF graduate student creates a viral online community

A Facebook group formed by a UF student with a goal of reaching 100 members quickly became a viral online community.

Florida relaxes prison visitation restrictions to allow non-immediate family and friends

Patricia Molinaro glanced at a giraffe painted on the wall of Lowell Correctional Institution’s visitation area in Ocala on an October Saturday morning as she prepared what to say to her daughter. When she spotted her youngest daughter, the only words that came to mind were “I love you.”

The era of social media meets Gen Z voters

Clara Vidal, a 20-year-old UF nursing junior, posted a photo showcasing her "I Voted" sticker on election day, along with the millions of other photos uploaded under the hashtag.

‘Dogs will never leave you’: Local business owners reunite man with his best furry friend

Keith Miller had his cell phone pressed to his ear as he stood outside of his restaurant, Big Mill’s Cheesesteaks, located on 13th Street.

Live results: National and local election updates

As of Thursday at 2 p.m., Biden sits at 264 Electoral College votes, according to The Associated Press. The AP called both Michigan and Wisconsin for Biden late Wednesday afternoon after a surge of mail ballots swung the states in his favor. 

The show must go on: How Gainesville venues are moving forward

It’s quieter in downtown Gainesville these days. 

Transform Today event raises more than $500,000 for pediatric patients and their families, less than last year

Six-year-old Beckett Genuardi, fidgeting in his mother’s lap, smiled and stuck his tongue out at the more than 60 UF students who tuned into Miracle Moments via Zoom. Beckett is one of the children who has benefited from fundraising events like Transform Today in Dance Marathon.

‘Find a place for yourself’: Activist Linda Sarsour discusses resistance and Islam

Islam on Campus and Students for Justice in Palestine hosted Linda Sarsour to talk about the intersection between resistance and Islam for the final event of Islam Appreciation month. 

Screenshot of the Facebook event page for Nelson and Martinez discussion

Matheson History Museum overcomes closed doors with open exhibit

In the wake of widespread social and racial injustice and division, a local museum is shining a neon light on necessary conversations.

UF administration develops app exclusively for online students

UF online undergraduate students can now interact on a new app.

New Alachua County education advocacy group hosts kick-off event

A strong education system requires everyone. And Alachua County Public School parents made that known Tuesday afternoon.

Torture, schmorture

In one of America’s shining moments, our former Commander in Chief George W. Bush told The Times of London on Tuesday he still supported waterboarding several suspected terrorists.

Homecoming’s Soulfest to celebrate 20th anniversary with virtual performances

Decyo McDuffie serenaded the Soulfest crowds with “Feeling Good” by Michael Bublé and a jazzed up “Skyfall” by Adele in 2018 and 2019. All of his nerves washed away as he stepped onstage and interacted with the audience, he said.

October events for your boo-ing pleasure

October has arrived and brought no shortage of spooky, socially distanced events in its wake. Here are some of the most wholesome and harrowing happenings in the Gainesville area to get anyone in the Halloween spirit.

“Be the Light” UF Homecoming Leadership Pageant Goes Virtual

UF students, faculty and alumni will fill the digital seats of the Homecoming Leadership Pageant this year.

Residentes del condado de Alachua usan el transporte interurbano en medio de la pandemia

This story was translated by Sofia Echeverry.

‘All in the name of safety’: Gainesville Fire Rescue and Gainesville Police Department emphasizes county guidelines after local bar shutdown

Lawrence Clay had never seen the line outside of his bar, Lit at Midtown, as crowded as he did  Saturday night. The festivities died down when Gainesville Fire Rescue arrived to shut it down. 

Meet the independent candidates running for Student Government

Two Senate candidates decided to run for UF Senate seats without any party affiliation, despite the unusually high number of party options in this Student Government election.

‘I don’t have answers’: After a month, case of a murdered 14-year-old middle schooler remains unsolved

Kenny R. Coleman Jr. had his heart set on becoming a professional basketball or football player. He loved playing Minecraft, Call of Duty and Fortnite, and he was waiting on the new PlayStation 5.