Ben Hill Griffin Stadium Archives

UF Health Mass Vaccination Events Bring Busy First Week, Thousands Of Doses Administered

April 8, 2021 Coronavirus, Health and Science

UF Health's second mass vaccination event this week brought thousands of people to the University of Florida’s Ben Hill Griffin Stadium Wednesday.

As COVID-19 Cases Decrease In Alachua County, Vaccination Rates Climb

March 10, 2021 Coronavirus

Despite the steady decrease in new COVID-19 infections, Paul Myers urged both vaccinated and un-vaccinated Alachua County residents to stay vigilant and follow safety guidelines.

Fact Check: Poe Delivers 2021 State Of The City Address

February 25, 2021 Government and politics

WUFT News fact checked some of the statements the city included in the address.

Students Organize To Save McCarty Woods From UF’s Plans To Make It Smaller

February 19, 2021 Education, Environment

McCarty Woods has been conserved since 2000 and serves as a research laboratory and natural teaching space for students and faculty in multiple classes.

Gainesville Landmark Becomes COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Site

February 8, 2021 Coronavirus

Around 1,100 vaccines were distributed at Ben Hill Griffin stadium on Friday in the county's largest vaccination event this far.

Gainesville Law Enforcement Cracks Down On Bad Drivers Amid Pedestrian Deaths

January 30, 2021 Law and public safety

Local law enforcement gathered near West University Avenue Friday to demonstrate increased pedestrian safety efforts.

After COVID-19 Outbreak, Florida Postpones LSU Game

October 14, 2020 Sports

Florida will not face LSU on Saturday due to the recent COVID-19 outbreak within the Gators football program.

Heat Policies in Florida May Overlook Most Vulnerable

May 4, 2020 Environment, Health and Science, Weather

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.

Eastside High School Offers Colombian Students A Taste of American Education

October 11, 2019 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.