Fireworks illuminated the sky as new as long-time residents celebrated fourth of July weekend with decadeslong county traditions: races, rhinos, boats and melons.
The UF presidential search remains a secret as it enters its fourth month. Public record bills passed in March permit the names of Florida schools' presidential candidates to remain private, but similar questions to recent state searches persist.
We’ve been thinking a lot about independence lately. The Supreme Court’s overturn of Roe v. Wade came one week before the Fourth of July, but the choice also came more than 50 years after The Florida Alligator became The Independent Florida Alligator.
UF Health Shands Cancer Hospital received a $30 million grant from the state in May and was named the No. 1 children’s hospital in Florida June 14. UF’s College of Pharmacy’s research funding also earned its spot as the No. 3 program in the nation June 23.
With two locations in Gainesville, “Like 6 O’clock Studios” is the product of one musician's disoriented walk through the music industry and his dedication to ensuring a solidified path for others.
A Florida judge announced plans to block a GOP-backed 15-week statewide abortion ban one day before it and other controversial conservative laws, like the “Don’t Say Gay Bill” and “Stop WOKE Act,” went into effect Friday.
Marston Science Library’s fourth and fifth floors are trading out furniture from the library’s 1987 opening to adapt to students’ ever-evolving needs.
Junior Fred Biondi was invited to participate in this year's Arnold Palmer Cup after a successful season at UF, becoming the first Brazilian to participate in the tournament from July 1-3.
Current and former Florida Gators’ representing seven countries at the 2022 FINA World Championships secured nine total medals, including eight golds.
Despite the scandal — and Florida subsequently losing 12 players to the transfer portal — returning players said Bohon promises to help the team meet its expectations on the field while fostering connections beyond the game.
Thomas, a Gainesville resident, joined the less than 1% of people who are 100 years old June 30, celebrating with a reception at her retirement home.
Wendy Wilber takes her daughter to get ice cream when she gets an A on her report card. Sweet Dreams’ 42 chocolate flavors and “Chocolate Night” events, now hosted at the shop’s new location, drew the star-student in.
El distrito escuchará cómo la comunidad, incluidos los estudiantes y las familias, piensan que debería abordar la seguridad escolar, según el comunicado.
El director del refugio de animales renunció después de testificar en la corte por el presunto abuso animal de un residente de Gainesville.
A proposed UF Student Government Senate bill would reimburse students for 50% of contraceptives costs, emergency contraceptives, abortions, travel costs for abortion care in- and out-of-state and post-abortion counseling.
While a Florida judge halted the 15-week abortion ban, nearly 150 other state laws take effect Friday, including changes to education, school safety and music in cars.
John Mosley was arrested after exposing himself in Lexington Crossing.
A Gainesville man was arrested for possession and distribution of child pornography.
The passenger, a minor, was left in critical condition.
Local community members are rallying to support the fat liberation movement through different forms of art and media.
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