Know Your Enemy: Miami Hurricanes
(08/31/24 3:22am)
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UF football: A students guide to gameday
(08/29/24 6:12pm)
Whether it’s swinging and swaying with 90,000 of your closest friends, or singing the University of Florida alma mater, Gator fans pass down the history and traditions of home football games through generations.
Feeling overwhelmed? Here’s how UF can help
(08/23/24 10:00am)
As a Florida Gator, it's easy to get swamped. There are classes to attend, organizations to join, friends to meet and laundry to do. Add that to a campus bustling with tens of thousands of students, and college can quickly become overwhelming.
Everything to know for your first Florida football game day
(08/14/24 9:55am)
Florida football game days are truly one of a kind. The academically driven UF campus evolves into a rowdy, chaotic “Gator-till-I-die” environment. Every campus corner builds up into an exciting and memorable experience for fans attending the game on Saturdays.
Sasse’s spending spree: Former UF president channeled millions to GOP allies, secretive contracts
(08/12/24 3:24pm)
In his 17-month stint as UF president, Ben Sasse more than tripled his office’s spending, directing millions in university funds into secretive consulting contracts and high-paying positions for his GOP allies.
Gator Swifties ‘sink into the swamp’ at 'Tortured Poets Department' listening party
(04/21/24 12:21am)
If there was a better place than the UF football stadium to hear the lyrics, “in my mind, they sink into the swamp” for the first time, Gator Swifties say it has yet to be found.
Lagway, Mertz and Tre Wilson III highlight Florida in 2024 Orange and Blue Game
(04/13/24 10:03pm)
With two seconds remaining on the clock, junior kicker Trey Smack took the field in a similar position as last year’s Orange and Blue Game with an opportunity to deliver a game-winning field goal as time expired.
Eyes in the sky: A look at Alachua County Sheriff’s Office Aviation Unit
(04/08/24 1:00pm)
Hovering above the hustle and bustle of everyday life, the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office Aviation Unit serves as a set of “eyes in the sky” — a silent guardian aiming to keep the community safe from a distance.
Pilots and local residents descend on Gainesville for annual fly-in
(03/25/24 1:00pm)
Dreary weather couldn’t stop legendary vintage warbirds, sleek military jets and unique private airplanes from buzzing the skies over Gainesville during its annual fly-in.
Gators football set to prepare for intimidating 2024 schedule
(03/04/24 2:30pm)
When the Florida football team walked off of the field Nov. 25 after its final game against Florida State, a feeling in the air loomed over The Swamp: Billy Napier may be running out of time.
Over 6,700 students vote in first day of Student Government elections
(02/28/24 2:03am)
UF students lined up by the dozen at polling stations around campus, ready to cast their votes for new Student Government leaders. Some voted to get their “I voted” sticker, while others waited in line to support a party they felt would support them.
Local medical providers, residents grapple with health care gaps and food deserts
(02/12/24 2:00pm)
Two days of sleepless nights and contractions every 15 minutes are what Scott Darius and his wife experienced before they were finally inducted into UF Health Shands Hospital after she went into labor.
Kendall Jenner brings tequila brand to Gainesville bars
(02/08/24 5:02am)
UF students stood on chairs and climbed tables to catch a glimpse of Kendall Jenner as she walked in from the side door at The Social at Midtown. The sound of excited screams and the flash of iPhone cameras filled the room as the model hopped behind the bar to make drinks with her tequila.
Listening, learning and ‘laying the groundwork’: Sasse spent first year as UF president mostly behind the scenes
(02/05/24 2:00pm)
Danaya Wright, the UF Faculty Senate chair, doesn’t think UF President Ben Sasse sleeps.
Twelve local bands performed at sold-out Playground Music and Arts Festival 2024
(01/22/24 2:00pm)
The Playground Music and Arts Festival Jan. 20 featured 12 band performances, food trucks, merchandise stands and clothing vendors. The sold-out event at the Heartwood Soundstage occurred from 1 p.m. to 11 p.m., ending with a two-hour set from the group of UF alumni, Flipturn.
Gainesville parks, organizations perform prescribed fires to conserve the ecosystem
(01/16/24 2:00pm)
With swamps and nature parks galore, Gainesville is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes. While many recognize the scenic beauty of the local environment, the practice that makes this remains commonly unexplored: prescribed fires.
Swamp Records band Quail Hollow to perform at the Playground Music and Arts Festival
(01/08/24 4:00pm)
On Jan. 20, the Playground Music and Arts Festival at Heartwood Soundstage will feature 12 independent bands from across Florida.
‘It’s just not worth it anymore’: Multiple Gainesville restaurants close, cite financial restraints
(01/08/24 4:00pm)
During America’s holiday season, known for its boom in spending and time shared with loved ones, it would be easy to assume restaurants flourished along with the retailers. But Gainesville’s business landscape tells a different tale.
Gators wide receiver Ricky Pearsall declares for 2024 NFL Draft
(12/05/23 6:15pm)
Gators senior wide receiver Ricky Pearsall declared for the 2024 NFL Draft Tuesday. Pearsall accepted an invitation to the 2024 Reese’s Senior Bowl, one of the top college all-star games for draft hopefuls.
Billy Napier faces turning point following underwhelming second season
(11/29/23 3:00pm)
Florida held a 12-0 lead against one of its biggest rivals with a chance to pull a season-saving upset. The then-No. 5 Florida State Seminoles were on the ropes, and second-year UF head coach Billy Napier had a chance to end a disappointing year with a massive upset.
