Samantha Narson
November 20, 2020 Heard It On WUFT-FM
The Gainesville Fine Arts Association has reopened after the pandemic forced closure.
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Maya Naim
November 20, 2020 Heard It On WUFT-FM
The new system will cost a total of about $20.6 million over 10 years.
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Kalisha Whitman
November 18, 2020 The Lede
In this episode of The Lede, we’re looking at the ways people are giving back and preparing to celebrate the holiday season. We also take a look at the sports venue that is under talks with Celebration Pointe.
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Caitlyn McLaughlin
November 18, 2020 Heard It On WUFT-FM
The Ocala City Council unanimously approved Mike Balken’s nomination to serve as Ocala police chief Tuesday.
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Kalisha Whitman
November 14, 2020 The Lede
This episode of The Lede focuses on people overcoming the odds and coming together. We are discussing how a one-armed golfer and the youngest Nobel Peace Prize winner became an inspiration to many. We are also looking at Tropical Storm Eta and a viral Facebook group bringing two generations together.
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Kalisha Whitman
November 13, 2020 The Lede
In this edition of The Lede, we review Florida’s new minimum wage standard. We also take you to the Oaks Fair.
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Maya Naim
November 12, 2020 Heard It On WUFT-FM
The storm's effects are still being monitored in Citrus, Hernando and Levy counties.
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Caitlyn McLaughlin
November 11, 2020 Heard It On WUFT-FM
An agreement with Habitat for Humanity of Marion County will allow high school students enrolled in construction programs to build Habitat for Humanity homes.
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Zach Cohen
November 11, 2020 Heard It On WUFT-FM
The PK Yonge football team was looking forward to its first playoff game in two years, but the school had to forfeit Friday’s game due to a positive COVID-19 test from someone in close contact with the team.
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Kalisha Whitman
November 11, 2020 The Lede
In this episode, we take a moment to showcase veterans. We tell you about a petition to move all UF classes online spring semester, in lieu of Covid-19. We also have Tropical Storm Eta coverage.
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Kalisha Whitman
November 7, 2020 The Lede
This week’s episode will focus on the election season and the holiday season. The Election Day aftermath continues as some states are still counting votes. We are looking at the role of mail-in ballots in the 2020 elections. Voter turnout has surpassed the records nationwide. We are also looking ahead …
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Kalisha Whitman
November 5, 2020 The Lede
In this episode of The Lede, we explore news in Gainesville by looking at UF students’ reactions to the university’s transition back to in-person class for the Spring 2021 semester. People also say farewell to Felipe’s, a popular Mexican restaurant. Finally, we look into ABC’S newest Bachelorette, Tayshia Adams; the …
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Daniel Scherlacher
November 5, 2020 Heard It On WUFT-FM
Local food drives are preparing to help families and people in need for Thanksgiving meals during the pandemic.
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Samantha Narson
November 5, 2020 Heard It On WUFT-FM
The amendment to raise minimum wage in Florida passed Tuesday. Experts and the attorney who championed the initiative weigh in on what this will mean for the state.
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Maya Naim
November 4, 2020 Heard It On WUFT-FM
Despite COVID-19 concerns, many voters decided to vote in-person. Daytime polling locations experienced little to no wait times into the polls.
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Zach Cohen
November 4, 2020 Heard It On WUFT-FM
Alachua County voters were pleasantly surprised about the voting process on Election Day.
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Kalisha Whitman
October 31, 2020 The Lede
This episode focuses on representation within the community. Elections are coming up. Different voting events in Gainesville, such as Souls to the Polls and The National Asian Pacific American Women’s forum, encouraged minority communities to head out to vote. We’re also looking at a sinkhole in Gainesville that forced several …
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Kalisha Whitman
October 28, 2020 The Lede
In this episode of The Lede, we look into election season and how Florida will play a monumental role in determining the President. The Lede goes to our Nation’s capital to ask the people their opinions. Then, we venture back to the University of Florida to show how the Reitz …
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Kalisha Whitman
October 24, 2020 The Lede
In this episode of The Lede, we’re taking a look at how people are taking action in their communities – from rallying in the streets to making Halloween safe during a pandemic. The Lede, it’s journalism on your timeline.
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Kalisha Whitman
October 21, 2020 The Lede
In this episode of The Lede, we take a look at what voters can expect on their ballots this election season. We explore early voting in Alachua County and how students are adapting to their virtual classes. Finally, we hear about binge-worthy, spooky Halloween movies.
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Kalisha Whitman
October 17, 2020 The Lede
In this episode of The Lede, we take a look at Breonna Taylor’s life. We explore how teachers are adapting and growing during the pandemic. We also tell the story of a student organization selling merchandise to help immigrants. That and more, in this episode of The Lede.
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Kalisha Whitman
October 14, 2020 The Lede
In this episode of The Lede, we look at Rosewood and the efforts to make it a historical landmark. We explore election updates with a focus on local politics. Finally, we hear about binge-worthy TV shows.
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Kalisha Whitman
October 10, 2020 The Lede
In this episode of The Lede, we look at how members of our community are holding officials accountable regarding mailing ballots and canceling UF graduation. Internationally, we examine how Apple is calling out its recycling partner. In addition, a Parkland victim’s parents are making a unique statement on gun violence.
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Kalisha Whitman
October 7, 2020 The Lede
In this episode of The Lede, we’re taking a look at the removal of confederate statues and a new way to celebrate the fall season.
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Kalisha Whitman
October 3, 2020 The Lede
In this week’s episode of The Lede, we’re taking a look at how students are redefining normal as they deal with challenges from school and the coronavirus. We also explore how a group is trying to keep the Gator Bait chant as a football tradition. We’re also looking into the …
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Kalisha Whitman
October 1, 2020 The Lede
In this episode of The Lede, we explore how in-person interactions are coming back in a different way. We also take a look into Miami-Dade schools reopening and Gator football’s new coronavirus protocols.
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