Meghan Porterfield
February 26, 2021 Heard It On WUFT-FM
Marion County Public Schools will participate in a national study run by University of Florida's Lastinger Center for Learning, which will focus on student learning during the pandemic.
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Erica Shebovsky
February 26, 2021 Heard It On WUFT-FM
During yesterday's General Policy Committee meeting, the committee considered a new solution to increase accessibility to food in Alachua County.
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Kalisha Whitman
February 24, 2021 The Lede
In this episode of The Lede, we take a look at the extraordinary role of successful Black individuals at the University of Florida, the significant impact African Americans have made inside and outside of the United States and President Biden’s plans to incorporate more Black Americans within the U.S. government.
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Kalisha Whitman
February 22, 2021 The Lede
In this episode, we focus on how people are working to make a positive impact in the community. We learn about a new program that brings COVID vaccines to home-bound seniors, a ceremony held to honor lynching victims and a student-run Black history march and more.
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Kalisha Whitman
February 19, 2021 The Lede
In the first episode of Lede-ing the Day, we share beauty hacks just in time for allergy season, two sisters are breaking into the music scene in Gainesville and why Justice League fans are on the edge of their seats.
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Meghan Porterfield
February 19, 2021 Heard It On WUFT-FM
The UF Center For Smell And Taste just received funding for a study to determine whether or not a smell-test would be accurate to screen for COVID-19.
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Kalisha Whitman
February 17, 2021 The Lede
In this episode of The Lede, we will discuss traffic safety changes for University of Florida students, the development of the COVID-19 vaccine and modifications in the political agenda of President Biden. Change seems to be all around us.
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Kalisha Whitman
February 16, 2021 The Lede
In this episode of The Lede, we’re looking at how COVID-19 continues to make an impact. We also look at the positive and negative effects of mask-wearing on the community and the environment. The Lede dives into how this has forever changed the world of entertainment.
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Jessica Seldner
February 16, 2021 Heard It On WUFT-FM
After their contract ran up with Gainesville Regional Utilities, county and city officials are developing a plan for their emergency broadcast radio system.
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Meghan Porterfield
February 16, 2021 Heard It On WUFT-FM
A new sculpture budget for Alachua County was announced this month as the Alachua County Arts Commission accepts design submissions for a new sculpture to replace a Confederate statue.
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Kalisha Whitman
February 14, 2021 The Lede
The Valentine’s Day Special of The Lede features stories about people celebrating the day with love and friendship. The Lede, it’s journalism on your timeline.
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Erica Shebovsky
February 10, 2021 Heard It On WUFT-FM
Future plans are in place to renovate summer camp destination, Cuscowilla, to include accessible recreation amenities for Gainesville and Micanopy residents.
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Isabella Witkowich
February 10, 2021 Heard It On WUFT-FM
The $10 daily pass fee, along with annual passes, will be used for expansion efforts, parking improvements and upkeep of boat ramps.
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Jessica Seldner
February 9, 2021 Heard It On WUFT-FM
In a recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention study, the University of Florida ranked highest for mask usage among five other university campuses.
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Isabella Witkowich
February 8, 2021 Heard It On WUFT-FM
In local counties like Citrus County, only one theater remains open as moviegoers explore outside options.
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WUFT News
February 5, 2021 Heard It On WUFT-FM
Six University of Florida students share their thoughts and experiences on returning to campus during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Erica Shebovsky
February 4, 2021 Heard It On WUFT-FM
The Alachua County Commission will continue to work with Alachua County Animal Services to explore the proposed solutions.
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Isabella Witkowich
February 1, 2021 Heard It On WUFT-FM
Lafayette County now has the highest number of cases in the state, with 18,024 known cases per 100,000 people, according to usafacts.org.
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Maya Naim
December 18, 2020 Heard It On WUFT-FM
The Public Education Foundation of Marion County received a $2,000 grant from AT&T which will support the creation of a science center at Silver River Museum.
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Daniel Scherlacher
December 17, 2020 Heard It On WUFT-FM
WUFT · FWC To Hold Expert Panel Discussion On Shark, Fisher Interactions According to the Marine Fisheries Management, there have been increasing reports of shark predation on fishermen’s catch, where sharks will partially or completely consume an animal caught by fishing gear before it can be brought on board. The …
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Zach Cohen
December 17, 2020 Heard It On WUFT-FM
With the COVID Relief Fund, people can receive financial aid for utilities, rent and mortgage payments via their cities and counties. The application deadline was extended to Friday in Gainesville and Alachua County.
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Samantha Narson
December 17, 2020 Heard It On WUFT-FM
Scott has given over 4.1 billion dollars to 384 organizations to support people suffering economic effects of the pandemic, including Santa Fe College.
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Caitlyn McLaughlin
December 16, 2020 Heard It On WUFT-FM
The proposed closure date to begin the transition to permanent housing is after January.
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WFSU
December 14, 2020 Heard It On WUFT-FM
The Baker Act was not designed for kids. Yet over the past few years, the number of children who are being sent for involuntary psychiatric evaluations has increased.
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Samantha Narson
December 11, 2020 Heard It On WUFT-FM
Zach Cohen
December 11, 2020 Heard It On WUFT-FM
The data indicated people spent their checks on food more than any of the other nine predetermined categories, which included shelter and savings.
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Maya Naim
December 10, 2020 Heard It On WUFT-FM
The artists began painting Dec. 5.
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Daniel Scherlacher
December 10, 2020 Heard It On WUFT-FM
Graham Glover, public information officer for Gainesville Police Department, says people may be forgetting to be cautious of their valuables due to a change in their routines from the pandemic's strain.
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Caitlyn McLaughlin
December 9, 2020 Heard It On WUFT-FM
The program will begin in January.
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Sarah Mandile
December 8, 2020 Heard It On WUFT-FM
Recently, a 13-year-old and a 15-year-old led Alachua County Sheriff’s Office deputies on a chase in a stolen car. ACSO Public Information Officer Art Forgey discusses how officers prepare for car chases like these.
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Maya Naim
December 4, 2020 Heard It On WUFT-FM
The international and local students presented musical and dance pieces in a live zoom concert.
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Zach Cohen
December 3, 2020 Heard It On WUFT-FM
Many non-profit organizations in North Central Florida got relief from COVID-19 struggles on Giving Tuesday.
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Kalisha Whitman
November 26, 2020 The Lede
The Lede asked past interviewees and viewers what they’re thankful for this year.
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Kalisha Whitman
November 21, 2020 The Lede
In this season’s final episode of The Lede, the future is bright as the holiday season approaches. There is a sense of normalcy returning as local stores prepare for Black Friday. A new vaccine is in the works to combat the coronavirus, and the transgender community is seeing an increase …
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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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