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Column: Predicting SEC East rankings

UF professor released after violating restraining order

An assistant professor with the UF College of Pharmacy was released from jail Tuesday after he was once again arrested when a judge said he violated a restraining order from his previous arrest.

Tree trimming in Ocala causes Cox internet outage

Cox Communications customers in Florida were left without internet or phone services after a tree-trimming accident late Wednesday morning in Ocala, said Cam Johnson, Cox’s public affairs manager.

Students weigh in on Sanders’ endorsement

Bernie Sanders ended his campaign Tuesday when he officially endorsed Hillary Clinton at a campaigning event in New Hampshire.

Starbucks increases wages, several beverage prices

Starbucks customers may have to pay a little more during their next visit.

Artists to host panel on health, art and hope

Stacey Steinberg, a UF law professor, is a former child abuse attorney who advocates for kids by photographing children with traumatic medical conditions.

Florida Department of Health offers precautions for Zika

The Florida Department of Health reminded residents to take precautions after a new Zika-related case was reported earlier this week in Alachua County.

Pride Community Center, GPD host open discussion

In an effort to communicate with Gainesville’s LGBTQ+ and minority communities, Gainesville Police officers held an open discussion at the Pride Community Center this week.

UF jumps in rankings based on affordability

This year, Money magazine ranked UF No. 15 on its list of “Money’s Best Colleges,” up from No. 30 in 2015, according to a UF News release.

Senate discusses police brutality, funding and online voting

During Tuesday’s Senate meeting, Budget and Appropriations Chairman Charlie Brown addressed the recent shootings of both black males and Dallas police officers.

Creative B offers a variety of events through Aug. 5

Students can get in touch with their creative sides this Summer by attending one of the many events sponsored by UF’s Creative B program.

Toxic algae bloom sparks environmental art

An algal bloom in South Florida has come to the attention of Gainesville artists.

Darts & Laurels: July 14, 2016

“Most people think/Great God will come from the skies/Take away everything/And make everybody feel high. But if you know what life is worth/You will look for yours on earth: And now you see the light/You stand up for your rights. Jah!” — To quote the late great former singer of the Wailers and beloved symbol of weed and reggae himself. There’s a lot of wrong in these times we live in. Our country needs healing — and not the kind where we stop at hoping and praying for the best. Far too long we’ve been complacent in the red. Now, in the spirit of completely abrupt and random transitions…

Opinion: What story do NBA contracts tell children?

We are about to hit the apex of the Summer semester. That means a lot of studying and stress the further we dwell into July. Of course, for any males in decent shape and more than 6 feet tall, there is a tempting alternative to compete with countless of hours of studying. They could drop their books right now, head to the gym and start practicing their jump shots. The NBA is calling their names.

Review: Toot thumbs up for a flatulent film about what it means to be human

“Swiss Army Man” is a multipurpose movie, meaning something different to each viewer. To me, it was a message about not wasting your life by living in fear. To my mom, it was a message about the importance of speaking up. And to my dad, it was a suggestion to let out his farts more frequently.

Hippodrome’s Friday show to benefit Orlando

Gainesville’s Hippodrome State Theatre will celebrate Pride Night and raise funds for victims of the Pulse Orlando shooting with its show Friday.

UF to host film festival about environmental issues

The Florida Sea Grant College Program and Beneath the Waves will host an ocean-themed film festival at the Reitz Union on Saturday.

Clarie Lynch Band coming to Gainesville this weekend

A Grammy-nominated singer makes a stop in Gainesville this weekend as part of her 2016 tour.

Downtown venues to host anniversary block party

The Atlantic and the Top are revving up their engines for a three-day-long block party starting this Friday.

The Avenue talks to Ken Peng of ‘Ken Eats Gainesville’

Over the last three years, “Ken Eats Gainesville” has become the go-to blog in town for local food reviews and information. Ken Peng launched the site with a Facebook page, now with more than 17,000 likes, and still uses the social media page heavily. I sat down with Peng to talk food, the site and the must-eat places for Gainesville newcomers.