Gainesville woman addresses domestic violence in upcoming Florida bill
(02/03/25 11:15am)
Editor’s note: This story contains sensitive topics of domestic violence and abuse and may be sensitive to some readers.
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Emerging indie band The Nancys plays at Heartwood Soundstage alongside other artists
(02/02/25 3:45am)
If one followed the warmly lit stone path right off the corner of Southeast Sixth Ave and South Main Street Friday, they’d find Heartwood Soundstage’s spacious outside venue full of fans wearing vintage clothing. But if they ventured past the crowds and merchant tables, a dark doorway would lead them into a small indoor stage where local musicians Jordan Burchel, The Nancys and Hotel Fiction performed.
‘She’s a meme’: Sister Cindy makes her annual appearance on UF campus
(01/25/25 7:38pm)
Dozens of UF students flocked to the Plaza of the Americas Friday afternoon to witness the evangelical preacher Cindy Smock, better known as “Sister Cindy,” deliver her yearly quasi-sermon on the dangers of drinking and sexual promiscuity among college-aged students.
Falls Into Place: Mason Ramsey’s rescheduled night in Gainesville
(01/24/25 8:59pm)
After months of uncertainty, 18-year-old country singer Mason Ramsey’s “Falls Into Place Tour” was back on track at Gainesville’s Heartwood Soundstage.
‘Not a jerk would be lovely’: What do Gators want out of UF’s next president?
(01/21/25 11:46am)
Editor’s note: The search committee told attendees that the sessions and names of attendees would not be recorded. Names of some speakers have been omitted to platform their unvarnished feedback on administration without jeopardizing their jobs or enrollment.
Gainesville celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. Day
(01/21/25 11:00am)
As President Donald Trump was sworn into office Monday, civil right activists around the nation found themselves in a combined state of celebration and mourning.
UF Latin American Studies center director resigns at provost’s request
(01/14/25 11:15am)
The director of UF’s Center of Latin American Studies, Carlos de la Torre, abruptly stepped down Jan. 13 at the request of interim Provost Joe Glover. The reasons behind Glover’s decision remain unclear.
What’s your secret sauce?
(01/15/25 11:30am)
In his book “What’s Next is Now,” author Frederik G. Pferdt asserts that certain traits can help shape our futures — things like embracing experimentation or being continually curious about the world. One of my favorite parts: Pferdt, Google’s first chief innovation evangelist, says we all have what he labels as “Dimension X.”
Gainesville City Commission swears in new and returning commissioners
(01/06/25 10:19pm)
Going into 2025, Gainesville continues to be a welcoming place for all those who wish to be welcomed, Mayor Harvey Ward said as he presided over the swearing in of new and returning commissioners Monday at the Thomas Center.
Drag musician Flamy Grant discusses religious trauma with new album “Church”
(12/06/24 8:47pm)
In 2022, Flamy Grant’s album “Bible Belt Baby” rose to number one on the Christian charts after the drag queen and Christian country musician was referred to as an example of the “deconstruction movement in the church.”
Understanding UF’s Title IX investigation process
(12/07/24 3:06am)
After Florida’s men’s basketball head coach Todd Golden was accused of sexual harassment and stalking by an unreleased number of women, the university investigative process is still unfolding.
UF Trigators team takes overwhelming victory at Miami Man Meet
(12/02/24 11:00am)
Standing at the starting line of his 30th triathlon, Julian Becker was afraid of one thing: alligators in the water. The athlete faced a 0.6-mile swim through Larry and Penny's lake in Miami, and like almost every swamp, it was infested with gators.
Walter Clayton Jr.’s fatherhood fuels performance on the basketball court for Gators
(12/02/24 12:00pm)
UF basketball senior guard Walter Clayton Jr. has a vision for his professional career — one that doesn’t involve flexing cars or jewelry.
Thoughts on The Alligator’s furniture
(12/03/24 12:35pm)
In our modest four-room office, there is a smooth wooden table where Gainesville Sun publishers from the golden days once sat. It is long and official-looking. It seats eight, but normally there’s 12 chairs tucked in close, shoulder to shoulder, familiar with sweaters and sports bras and T-shirts leaned against their backs rather than suit jackets.
‘We don’t know what’s next’: Reactions to Amendment 4’s failure
(11/19/24 4:36pm)
Roe v. Wade federally ensured a woman’s right to an abortion. When it was overturned in 2022, many Floridians were outraged. Voters reached close to one million signatures to put the issue on the 2024 Election Day ballot.
The Lynx offers a safe space on Election Day
(11/18/24 11:10am)
The Lynx manager Jackie Davison said she was inspired to host the event after finding a sewing store in Maryland that planned to host a makers’ day, where visitors could work on their own sewing projects on Election Day. Davison explained that The Lynx staff felt they would benefit from a mindfulness event just as much as customers would.
Alachua County hosts summit for drafted climate action plan
(11/17/24 2:46am)
Community members, young and old, milled through booths exhibiting environmental solutions Saturday in anticipation of Alachua County’s climate summit.
‘The quintessential queer salon’: Goldenrod Parlor redefines haircuttery in Gainesville
(11/08/24 4:37pm)
At the entrance of Goldenrod Parlor, pride flags and plants flutter with each gust of wind.
Alachua County School Board releases state audit, interim superintendent contract
(11/08/24 12:03am)
The Alachua County School Board released its state audit report, discussed the interim superintendent contract and commended Superintendent Shane Andrew and District 2 Board Member Diyonne McGraw for their final ACSB meeting on Nov. 6.
Third-string quarterback Aidan Warner thrusted into Florida football spotlight amid continuous injuries
(11/04/24 11:55am)
When Florida redshirt freshman quarterback Aidan Warner announced he was transferring from Yale to UF in Spring 2024, he wasn’t greeted with words of encouragement from his peers.
