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Many University of Florida students throw away the items they don’t need when moving out of dorms or apartments each year, creating what some local residents see as a unique opportunity.
Rowan Quartararo (left), 17, warms up his throws and catches with his teammate at North Marion High School baseball practice. (Kathryn Ross/WUFT News)
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The Repurpose Project, a non-profit organization founded in January 2012, aims to inspire people to look at everyday objects in a new light and find creative ways to give them a second life. -
County Arborist Lacy Holtzworth said the tree planting program started six years ago. The group planted elm, longleaf pine, magnolia and live oak trees. The program’s goal is to plant the long lived, high value shade trees in unincorporated areas.
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Senate Bill 62 could ‘ease burden’ on incarcerated people applying to college. -
(Jesse Bratman/WUFT News)The Marion County Tourism Development Council met Thursday to discuss funding for three proposed swimming events that together are projected to generate just under $5 million in tourism revenues for Marion County.
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The nine people arrested Monday evening at the University of Florida during protests criticizing the war in Gaza made their first court appearances Tuesday morning. -
Each recorded violation will be reviewed by the police before any fines are issued. The initiative will begin next school year and includes a 60-day community notification period, doubling the legal requirement.
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Thaliondor is a medieval, fantasy-themed role-playing, foam-fighting group of 40-50 people. With their foam swords, spears, jabalines, plastic crossbows and tennis balls that represent spells and fireballs, weekly participants transform into fighters, archers, wizards and clerics. -
Titled “Kaleidoscope of Colors in Asian Art,” this new Asian art exhibition opens Tuesday.
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An Alachua County judge released all nine pro-Palestinian protesters from jail on Tuesday after their arrest on the University of Florida campus on Monday. The final protester to be released, UF student Allan Hektor Frasheri, posted bail and is facing a felony battery charge related to his arrest. -
Police, supported by state troopers, arrested nine pro-Palestinian protesters late Monday who had occupied a plaza on the University of Florida for days. They were among the first college arrests in Florida. -
To pilots, especially ones in mortal danger, air traffic controllers are voices at the end of a lifeline, saviors of the skies. -
The university said employees or professors caught breaking its rules would be fired.
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From PBS Newshour
Trump reveals how he would govern if reelected to another term in the White House
Outgoing U.S. Indo-Pacific commander urges more action to counter China's military power
News Wrap: Blinken says "time is now" for a Gaza cease-fire
Mammograms should start at 40, government task force recommends
Agriculture school creates climate-aware approach to help small farmers feed Africa
How colleges decide when to call in police to break up campus protests
Violence erupts at UCLA, police clear occupied building at Columbia as protests intensify
Israeli and Palestinian singers bring their hope for peace and justice to U.S.
WUFT Amplified
Hear Gainesville's Jernie, lead by Jernie Millan on vocals, Nick Mendez on guitar, Xavier Otero on bass, Jahirah Williams on keyboard and backing vocals, and Kane Pour on drums.
Hear Gainesville's Morningbell, headed by Travis Atria on guitar and vocals, Eric Atria on bass, Stacie Atria on keyboard and percussion, and Chris Hillman on drums.
“Greater Good” is a WUFT-produced half-hour series showcasing non-profit organizations in the North Central Florida community. Each participating organization will lead the viewer on a journey of their organization’s history, their mission, their day-to-day community engagement and their impact on the community. This series will highlight what makes our community great.
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The program is held on the first Friday of every month until August at the Martin Luther King Center from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. On April 12, about 50 kids were in attendance ready to play and — more importantly — win. -
St. Francis House is temporarily suspending daily meal services due to financial struggles. -
Jada Turner has never once suited up for the Gators, but her impact can be felt throughout the program. At 15 years old, Jada has dealt with more than her fair share of adversity.
