Certain, Democrats criticize antisemite ‘on pedestal’
Republicans focus on parent’s free speech rights.
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Certain, Democrats criticize antisemite ‘on pedestal’
Republicans focus on parent’s free speech rights.
UF College of Nursing welcomes ‘historic’ fall undergraduate class
The 226-student undergrad class is college’s largest ever.
State denies school board’s appeal of Newberry charter conversion
Appeal commission recommends state board approve charter application.
New billboards in Gainesville area address antisemitism concerns
Three billboards to be displayed for most of fall semester.
Forbes ranks UF at No. 5 for top public universities
UF ranked No. 30 university overall nationwide.
UF crescendos pipe organ centennial celebration on tap this fall
Alumni and guest recitals highlight 100th anniversary lineup.
UF Board of Trustees select Columbia University professor as interim president
Donald Landry was appointed unanimously by board.
Florida’s oldest elevator gets new lease on lift in downtown Gainesville
Elevator included in old post office when constructed in 1911.
Parent accuses GHS teacher of bullying son, giving him ‘dictator award’
Lauren Watts placed on administrative leave pending investigation.
Santa Fe College hosts third annual orientation and networking event
Student-athletes get opportunity to hear speakers throughout day and meet with local vendors.
State Board of Education agrees school board violated First Amendment rights
Board members required to undergo free-speech training.
School board approves 1.5% increase for health insurance premiums
Premiums effective throughout 2026.
Ribbon cutting held for Santa Fe College’s new Cellon Institute
Facility named in honor of late college supporter Ralph Cellon.
New ratings show ACPS Pre-K programs outperformed state peers
Nearly 80% of district’s Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten programs received an ‘Excellent’ rating.
UF Board of Trustees hears update on interim president search
Work continues to find candidate to replace Fuchs.
Oak Hall students shine at Space Camp Robotics
Team Gear breaks camp record.
UF students arrive to campus for move-in day
Move-in process to continue through Tuesday.
Alachua County School Board to implement new public comment rules at meetings
Changes take effect at Tuesday’s meeting.
UF professor offers students back-to-school tips to avoid getting sick
Illnesses include common cold, strep throat, pink eye and head lice.
Newberry Community School launches official Facebook page
Charter school is scheduled to open in fall of 2026.
ACPS launches two additional communication tools to connect families, schools
App and Rooms come on heels of new district website and messaging platform.
Alachua County School Board revises public comment policy
Board workshop comes after recent tumultuous meetings.
Children’s Trust hears update on Community Literacy Collaborative Plan
Board presented with ‘framework’ to improve literacy in Alachua County
UF to become first college to use facial authentication Express Entry for fans
Starting this football season, the University of Florida will be the first college to use a facial authentication program to allow fans to enter home games […]