https://www.wuft.org/news-feed News Feed en-US Copyright Fri, 02 Oct 2026 03:29:43 GMT https://www.wuft.org/weather/2026-10-01/october-arrives-with-stormy-weather-outlook October weather across Florida is usually warm, with lower precipitation chances. The tropics usually remains a concern through the month. Fri, 02 Oct 2026 03:29:43 GMT https://www.wuft.org/weather/2026-10-01/october-arrives-with-stormy-weather-outlook Andrew Wulfeck https://www.wuft.org/politics/2026-10-01/byron-donalds-visits-uf-discusses-dei-and-amendment-3 Even though Donalds is a Republican, he was introduced by a local Democratic Gainesville City Commissioner Cynthia Chestnut. Thu, 01 Oct 2026 20:46:17 GMT https://www.wuft.org/politics/2026-10-01/byron-donalds-visits-uf-discusses-dei-and-amendment-3 Sofia Dinka https://www.wuft.org/weather/2026-10-01/florida-forecast-much-needed-rain-on-the-way-too-much Florida finally has a meaningful opportunity to put a dent in its drought, but the same prolonged wet pattern that brings drought relief could also bring localized flooding and increasingly rough coastal conditions into next week. Thu, 01 Oct 2026 20:02:46 GMT https://www.wuft.org/weather/2026-10-01/florida-forecast-much-needed-rain-on-the-way-too-much Irene Sans https://www.wuft.org/podcast/the-rundown/2026-10-01/the-rundown-best-of This is The Rundown from WUFT News, exploring our community from top to bottom. I'm Kristin Chermont Spina. It's our one-year anniversary! We're taking a look back at some of our favorite stories over the last year of making the show, including: One Florida family finds a piece of the Ganges River in an unexpected place. Later, A young rodeo star overcomes his setbacks to rise to the top. Plus, An author conversation about Florida's decades-long battle over voting rights. Thu, 01 Oct 2026 17:56:43 GMT https://www.wuft.org/podcast/the-rundown/2026-10-01/the-rundown-best-of Kristin Chermont Spina https://www.wuft.org/2026-10-01/strongman-champions-league-coming-to-lake-city-expected-to-bring-influx-of-tourists On Oct. 10, Lake City will become the second location in the United States to host the international event. Thu, 01 Oct 2026 17:18:09 GMT https://www.wuft.org/2026-10-01/strongman-champions-league-coming-to-lake-city-expected-to-bring-influx-of-tourists Savannah Wroath https://www.wuft.org/art-and-culture/2026-10-01/florida-museum-nears-completion-of-expansion-but-reopening-date-remains-unannounced Construction is winding down, but museum staff still have work to complete before welcoming visitors back. Thu, 01 Oct 2026 15:12:58 GMT https://www.wuft.org/art-and-culture/2026-10-01/florida-museum-nears-completion-of-expansion-but-reopening-date-remains-unannounced Aaliyah Evertz https://www.wuft.org/entertainment/2026-10-01/first-united-methodist-church-hosts-colors-of-gainesville-community-art-exhibit-and-meet-the-artists-night Local artists and residents came together Wednesday evening at First United Methodist Church of Gainesville for the community art exhibit “Colors of Gainesville." The Meet the Artist event showcased artwork by local artists and brings Gainesville together through art. Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:26:22 GMT https://www.wuft.org/entertainment/2026-10-01/first-united-methodist-church-hosts-colors-of-gainesville-community-art-exhibit-and-meet-the-artists-night Joaquin Alino https://www.wuft.org/healthscience/2026-09-30/suicide-rates-climb-in-marion-county As Suicide Prevention Month comes to an end, the Marion County Zero Suicide Summit was held earlier this month, teaching the community about signs and resources. Wed, 30 Sep 2026 20:47:12 GMT https://www.wuft.org/healthscience/2026-09-30/suicide-rates-climb-in-marion-county Rachel Hunter https://www.wuft.org/politics/2026-09-30/planners-met-with-community-frustration-at-meeting-for-a-future-gainesville-memorial-site The community workshop was just one meeting in an effort to be transparent with Gainesville residents after the city commission voted to tear down the building in 2025. Wed, 30 Sep 2026 16:42:01 GMT https://www.wuft.org/politics/2026-09-30/planners-met-with-community-frustration-at-meeting-for-a-future-gainesville-memorial-site David Caine https://www.wuft.org/public-safety/2026-09-29/gainesville-police-detective-arrested-tipping-off-drug-traffickers The Gainesville Police Department and FBI made the announcement Tuesday morning. A judge set bond at $600,000. Tue, 29 Sep 2026 20:57:50 GMT https://www.wuft.org/public-safety/2026-09-29/gainesville-police-detective-arrested-tipping-off-drug-traffickers Chase Pardue, Aileyahu Shanes