Alachua County greenlighted for UF land deal, $30M animal shelter
Sheriff’s office to begin animal enforcement.
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Alachua County greenlighted for UF land deal, $30M animal shelter
Sheriff’s office to begin animal enforcement.
UF holds second listening session for presidential search feedback
Public offers input on proposed qualifications and criteria for next president.
UF video series addresses topics to support Florida forest and landowners
It’s a topic that University of Florida Forest Entomology Professor Dr. Jiri Hulcr addresses during the opening scene of one of 16 videos aimed at helping […]
University of Florida’s online bachelor’s program ranked No. 1 by U.S. News
Program moves up one spot from 2025 rankings.
UF initiates searches for permanent deans in arts, engineering
Acting Honors Program director and Assistant Provost for Student Success appointed.
Frazer School’s science bowl team wins regional competition
Team advances to national finals in spring.
UF researchers shows new science exposing how humidity escalates heat waves
When Floridians talk about extreme weather, hurricanes dominate the conversation. Each season brings updates on storm tracks, cone predictions and wind speeds, all in the hopes […]
UF launches survey and listening sessions for presidential search
Virtual listening sessions planned for January and February.
UF study shows spending time in tree-filled spaces helps calm mind
Have you ever considered a walk in a tree-shaded park to relieve stress? If you have, you’re hardly alone, according to new University of Florida research. The […]
AI in the classroom: What parents need to know
As students across Alachua County return to classrooms, many parents are wondering how artificial intelligence is shaping the way their children learn.
Tree Quest 2026 scavenger hunt to kick off on Arbor Day
UF/IFAS and city of Gainesville team up to offer urban forestry adventure.
Ward readies for elections, economic development, construction in 2026
Commissioner Ed Book to step down.
UF students return for spring semester with resolutions and excitement
Monday marked first day of classes following winter break.
UF receives 2026 Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement
Award highlights university’s collaboration with communities.
Key education bills to watch in Florida’s upcoming legislative session
Cursive writing, teacher oath and extended recess requirements among those to be considered.
Alachua County delegates seek $141M for 2026 local appropriations
University of Florida takes lion’s share.
Ridaught: Florida hoops at a crossroads against Georgia
Gators hope to rebound after SEC-opening loss at Missouri.
When do schools in North Central Florida reopen after winter break?
Start dates for schools in Alachua and surrounding counties.
Road Trip Florida includes 11 local sites to visit for America’s 250th birthday
Tom Petty, Gatorade, Call Street and Ginnie Springs earn a spot.
6 key education issues in Alachua County to watch in 2026
Topics range from leadership searches to elections.
Psychologists introduce third path to a ‘good life’ — one full of curiosity and challenge
For centuries, scholars and scientists have defined the “good life” in one of two ways.
Mainstreet’s most-viewed stories of 2025
Following our theme of top 2025 stories, today’s list features Mainstreet’s most-viewed stories, as recorded by Google Analytics. These stories differ from our top local news stories that […]
New year, new you: How research can help fuel your 2026 resolutions
2026 might be the year you make a fresh start, challenge yourself or build confidence.
Mainstreet’s top feature stories of 2025
Stories included fraud case, UF pipe organ centennial celebration and Lincoln High School Memorial Wall unveiling.