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National study ranks UF college of education
The University of Florida was ranked 2.5 out of 4 stars on a report released by the National Council on Teacher Quality. The study evaluated teacher preparedness programs and was based on factors such as selectivity, content preparation and student [...]
‘Highly Sophisticated’ Hackers Gained Access to Sharyl Attkisson’s Computers
During the past 18 months, Sharyl Attkisson began noticing strange activity with both her home and work computers.
Gainesville Dives into Breaking World Record
At 11 a.m. on Tuesday, the city of Gainesville joined the collaborative effort to try to break the world record for conducting The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson.
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In the News: Obama in Belfast, Gainesville Intersection Headache, Digital Domain’s Downfall, UF Football Player’s Arrest
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Taliban Attack Kills 4 Coalition Soldiers; Afghan Govt. Suspends Talks
Journalist Michael Hastings Dies In Car Crash At Age 33
Heat, Spurs Headed To Game 7 After Stunning Game 6
Where’s Jimmy Hoffa? Everywhere And Nowhere
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Alachua County Manager Position Offered to Next Candidate
The Alachua County Commission has chosen to offer the position of Alachua County Manager to Randy Oliver, current CEO of Oliver and Associates in Pensacola.
Second Candidate Withdraws from County Manager Search
Stockton Whitten from Brevard County sent an email to Alachua County Commissioners Monday saying he had chosen to stay in his current job there as deputy county manager.
Hutchinson: County Manager Pick is Commission’s ‘Single Most Important Decision’
Robert “Hutch” Hutchinson was the only county commissioner serving when a nationwide search was last conducted to choose Alachua County’s manager.
Salary Hikes on the Way at UF in October
After several years of no pay raises, University of Florida President Bernie Machen formally announced Monday increases for faculty and staff.
Why Are Disease Rates Higher for Certain Groups in Florida?
That’s the question the People’s Scientific Conference is going to begin trying to answer this weekend as discussions about how to eliminate health disparities and improve the community’s health get underway at the University of Florida.
Gainesville’s LifeSouth Earns License to Manufacture Cord Blood
World Blood Donor Day comes with another reason for celebration this year at LifeSouth Community Blood Centers Friday, thanks to an approval for a cord blood manufacturing license from the FDA. LifeSouth is the first blood bank in Florida and fifth in the nation to earn the license.
What the U.S. Government Can and Can’t Legally Do Through NSA Snooping
University of Florida professors Jon Mills and Clay Calvert explain what the National Security Agency can and cannot do in collecting information while attempting to thwart terror attacks. Calvert also discussed the media’s role during the past week of NSA leaks.
Even with Hands Freed, Tech Devices Remain Dangerous for Drivers
Michelle Harris, director of the AAA’s Traffic Safety Culture, said although originally created to assist drivers, the distraction brought by hands free features such as voice-to-text technology is increasing risks on the road.
Christian Aguilar Murder Case Delayed for Fourth Time
“We’re pressuring. We are ready. We’re telling the community that we’re ready to start the trial,” said Carlos Aguilar, Christian Aguilar’s father, after Pedro Bravo’s third case management court appearance.
With Only Four Left, UF Researchers Work to Replenish Schaus Swallowtail Population
University of Florida scientists are hoping they have a second chance to save a rare Florida Keys butterfly.
How North Central Florida Teachers Compare in Salary and Education
WUFT recently analyzed salaries and benefits for teachers in select North Central Florida counties. Florida is $10,000 less than the national average, and the situation is equally grim in Alachua, Marion, Putnam and other counties.
Volunteer Fighting Back Against Sequester Cuts for Marion Senior Services
A grassroots fundraising campaign could help keep Marion Senior Services running as it had before $78,000 in federal sequestration cuts.
Tracking Andrea: Liveblog Updates
Tropical Storm Andrea made landfall in Florida late Thursday afternoon in the Big Bend region. WUFT provided updates throughout Thursday and Friday to this liveblog.
Stormless for 28 Years, Cedar Key Prepares for Andrea’s Landfall
Low-lying areas in the town can have flooding, with docks and other structures or buildings possibly experiencing damage. City Commissioner Pat O’Neal, who was also an emergency management director, said the city has made preparations and everything is ready in case the storm becomes serious.
A Year After Tropical Storm Debby, Suwannee County Officials Preparing for More
Some North Florida Counties are making changes to their preparations for a smoother hurricane season this year.
$160,000 Too Low a Base Salary, Alachua County Manager Candidate Says
Potential Alachua County Manager James Bourey has one week to answer the Alachua County Commission. They increased his base salary offer from $160,000 to $165,000.
When and Where Alachua County Students Can Eat Free in Summer 2013
Alachua County Public Schools is part of the federally-funded Summer Food Service Program that provides all children 18 years old and younger with nutritional breakfasts and lunches.
