EducationUF: three things to know about language learning Staff Reports Jan 7, 20240 commentsBilingualism could delay onset of dementia.
EducationStudy: UF leads world for published gene therapy research Doug Bennett | UF Health Jan 6, 20240 commentsSince 1991, UF has published 605 articles on gene therapy technique.
EducationUF launches $2.5 million strategic sports initiative Staff Reports Jan 5, 20241 commentUF & Sport Collaborative looks to propel university onto global stage.
EducationEastside senior receives Keeper of the Dream scholarship Glory Reitz Jan 5, 20240 commentsEHS student body president to be keynote speaker at 39th Annual Hall of Fame GALA.
EducationEastside High School students learn medical skills Glory Reitz Jan 2, 20240 commentsPartnership with UF Health creates job opportunities straight out of high school.
Citizens of the MonthNovember 2023 Citizens of the Month Staff Reports Jan 2, 20240 commentsThe Citizens of the Month awards are sponsored by SouthState Bank. The Citizens of the Month awards recognizes one student from each elementary school in Alachua […]
EducationSanta Fe College announces two provost finalists Seth Johnson Dec 29, 20230 commentsFinalists to visit campus in January.
EducationUF lab tracks live social media sentiments during Gators games Halle Burton | UF Dec 25, 20230 commentsLab allows students to watch games and monitor public comments.
EducationAlachua County Public Schools updates proposed elementary rezoning Glory Reitz Dec 22, 20230 commentsFinal vote on school rezoning comes before school board in January.
EducationUF releases $10 million to projects in fourth round of funding Staff Reports Dec 20, 20230 commentsFunds to support space, agriculture and construction research.
EducationAlachua County Public Schools reaches tentative teacher salary agreement Glory Reitz Dec 18, 20232 commentsTeachers, support staff to receive 3.5% across-the-board salary increase.
EducationUF study: bilingual skills may enhance attention control Karen Dooley | UF Dec 17, 20230 commentsResearcher says language learning is always a positive.
EducationAlachua County students sweep thespian competition Staff Reports Dec 15, 20230 commentsHigh school and middle school students will move to state competitions in spring.
EducationFlorida grant awards $5M to expand teacher apprenticeships Staff Reports Dec 13, 20231 commentFunds to provide 200 participants a no-cost pathway to become a teacher.
EducationUF fall commencement ceremonies slated for this week Staff Reports Dec 12, 20230 commentsMore than 4,100 students to graduate on Dec. 15-16.
EducationUF joins coalition to prepare students for life after college Staff Reports Dec 12, 20230 commentsMembership based on UF’s Quest Program.
EducationAlachua County Public Schools receives “B” grade Glory Reitz Dec 11, 20230 commentsState assessment has fluctuated over the years
EducationACPS students earn spots on All State musical ensembles Staff Reports Dec 8, 20230 commentsFlorida Music Education Association selects 36 local students as All State Musicians.
Crime3 Chiefland teens overdose on school bus J.C. Derrick Dec 7, 20231 commentDual investigations ongoing.
NewsLocal immigrant advocates call for immediate action in schools Glory Reitz Dec 7, 20234 commentsAfter working with the district for a year, advocates say not enough progress has been made.
EducationACPS seeks donations for annual Holiday Food Drive Staff Reports Dec 6, 20230 commentsDeadline for donations is Dec. 15.
EducationSchool board delays superintendent contract discussion Glory Reitz Dec 6, 20232 commentsCitizens say superintendent pay raise is unfair to teachers.
EducationSasse: UF not negatively impacted by Florida political climate Seth Johnson Dec 5, 20232 commentsUF president says New York Times article erred.
Local LivingAlachua County announces AC Digital Black Heritage Trail map and website Staff Reports Dec 5, 20230 commentsMap features 140 community-identified places of significance.