OPINION: Florida’s 2026 primary is a test of tone
By Alannah Peters | Feb. 18In the gubernatorial primary, a divisive, confrontational campaign style does more than energize voters; it tests the party’s internal cohesion.
In the gubernatorial primary, a divisive, confrontational campaign style does more than energize voters; it tests the party’s internal cohesion.
The five dingers were plenty as No. 4 cruised to a run-rule victory over North Florida 10-0 at Dusty Rhodes Field at Harmon Stadium. Florida outscored UNF 17-3 over the two-game stretch.
The sun shined on the No. 12/10 Gators (1-1, 0-0 Big 12), as they traveled back home to Donald R. Disney Stadium to host an exhibition match against Scotland on Wednesday. Florida topped Scotland (1-1) 19-8, with elite performances by senior attacker Ava Tighe and sophomore midfielder Ryann Frechette each logging a team-leading four-goal haul.
FLEX has worsened the lives of both students and Gainesville residents. Here’s how.
For many Latino students at UF, relationships are closely tied to tradition, family expectations, respect and gestures.
Launched in Spring 2023 by the public speaking lab, the event aims to make public speaking less intimidating while promoting positive discourse on campus.
Fueled by the efforts of its frontcourt, No. 12 Florida (20-6, 11-2 SEC) prevailed 76-62 over South Carolina (11-15, 2-11 SEC). The Gators extended their win streak to six games and four straight against the Gamecocks.
Jones finished 2-for-4 with 4 RBIs to drive No. 12 Florida (3-1) to a 12-2 run-rule win over the Stetson Hatters (1-3) to begin midweek action.
Throwing a complete game is an incredible stat in the sport of softball. But, throwing 40 complete games is nothing short of greatness. That is exactly what Keagan Rothrock accomplished Tuesday night.
No. 5 Florida had a consistent showing throughout the Moon Golf Invitational. There was a glimmer of hope for the Gators after Round 1. They were tied for third place with No. 7 Wake Forest and No. 9 Texas.
Although the Gators were off to a strong start early in the first quarter Tuesday, Loyola (Maryland) quickly tied up the game at 3-apiece. However, the Gators did not falter, and one Gator made a major statement: Clark Hamilton.
A strong start to the season is often expected, especially when facing weaker nonconference opponents as a Division I softball powerhouse. However, what the No. 4 Florida softball team has accomplished offensively to open the season has been remarkable; a clear reflection of the Tim Walton effect.
Since Kyle Pitts’ time as a Gator, when he became Florida’s all-time leader among tight ends in receiving yards (1,492), receptions (100), and touchdowns (18), the tight end position has been an overlooked — and often underutilized — part of UF’s offense.
Over 50 members of the East Gainesville community gathered at Day Springs Missionary Baptist Church Monday to discuss Alachua County Public Schools’ rezoning plans.
The goal of the one-way conversion is to reduce conflict points — areas where vehicles cross paths and crashes are more likely, she said. By removing opposing traffic, drivers no longer have to turn across oncoming lanes.
Tras los tiroteos mortales de dos ciudadanos estadounidenses en Minneapolis el mes pasado, miembros de la comunidad de Minnesota están encabezando titulares por advertir a sus vecinos sobre agentes federales de inmigración mediante una red clandestina de silbatos y videos de iPhone. En Florida, que registró casi 10,000 arrestos del Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas (ICE, por sus siglas en inglés) solo en la primera mitad del año pasado, los activistas están siguiendo el mismo camino.
Brandon Harris’ life has been defined by two things: football and family. The intersection of those two for Florida’s new cornerbacks coach has always been football.
Brew & Root plans to do more event nights in the future, including a kava bar staple: open mic nights. It’s open from 8 a.m. to 1 a.m. daily.
Xaivian Lee was named SEC Player of the Week, setting a program record with four different Gators receiving the honor this season.
In the midst of a five-game winning streak, Florida’s backcourt has provided at least two double-digit scorers in each contest during the span, helping the Gators push towards their first SEC regular-season title since 2014.