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For Floridians without A/C, extreme heat is an emergency even when the power is on. But for vulnerable populations who have broken units or can’t pay the bills, no A/C can be fatal.
Read More »Heat Policies in Florida May Overlook Most Vulnerable
Eastside High School Offers Colombian Students A Taste of American Education
The dreams of 13 Colombian students came true when Gainesville's Eastside High School opened its doors for them to experience American culture and education for two weeks.
Read More »This Is The Part Of University Avenue That Will Be Closed To Cars For 2019 Gator Game Days
It's the third year that the city will close this stretch during games.
Read More »Untold Florida: The Ongoing Legacy Of The Gators’ Mr. Two Bits
George Edmondson lived in the Tampa area, but received a ticket from a friend to attend the game in Gainesville. The rest is history.
Read More »RTS Announces Summer 2019 Route Changes
The service changes are the same as last summer. There will be no change to 21 routes, decreased frequency of 18 routes and decreased service hours of 18 routes.
Read More »UF Revises Graduation Commencement For Fall 2019 To Combined-College Ceremony
University of Florida students graduating this fall will once again have their names read as they cross the stage during a single commencement ceremony.
Read More »Nostalgia-Tinged Music Video For ‘Gainesville’ Shows Tom Petty’s Intersection With City’s Past
Tuesday is the one-year anniversary of Petty’s death, and the official music video for “Gainesville” – part of his new “An American Treasure” box set – was released Monday.
Read More »Students Protest New UF Graduation Ceremony
University of Florida made recent changes to graduation ceremonies and students rally to protest it.
Read More »Tim Tebow To Be Inducted Into Florida’s Ring Of Honor
Two-time national champion and 2007 Heisman Trophy winner Tim Tebow will be inducted into the team's ring of honor, becoming the sixth player to receive the honor.
Read More »UF Gator Marching Band Breaks Ground On New Practice Facility
The University of Florida Gator Marching Band celebrated the groundbreaking of a new permanent practice facility Friday afternoon.
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