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Residents across north central Florida are optimistic about the potential impacts of a new law requiring a personal finance class for graduation.
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Mayor Poe Delivers Gainesville’s First Virtual State Of The City Address
Assisted by several key city leaders and partners, the mayor sought to list what he said were the city’s accomplishments in 2020 and to introduce its new goals for this year.
Read More »Student-Run Instagram Shops Thrive During Coronavirus Pandemic
As the pandemic continues, Instagram may become a new platform many young consumers look to for purchasing clothing, especially unique items that can’t be found in traditional retail stores.
Read More »Town Hall Meeting Held to Examine COVID-19 Impact On Gainesville’s Minority Communities
The City of Gainesville hosted a “Telephone Town Hall” Monday to explore the impact COVID-19 has had on communities with a history of socioeconomic disparities.
Read More »Gainesville Redevelopment Priorities Discussed In Final Workshop Before City Commission Presentation
The new plan will set a course for the city department's intended revitalizations in blighted areas.
Read More »UF Students Protest Donald Trump Jr.’s Visit to Campus
ACCENT, a part of the UF student government, is paying Trump Jr. and Guilfoyle $50,000 from student activity fees.
Read More »50 Days In Office: Q&A with Gainesville City Commissioner Gigi Simmons
Gigi Simmons is a lifelong resident of the Porters community in east Gainesville, and as of May 17, she is the newest city commissioner to represent District 1 on the commission. Representing an area of Gainesville with some of the highest levels of poverty, Simmons began her tenure as commissioner …
Read More »Santa Fe College Plans Three-Story Building On NW 6th And University
The Santa Fe College Center for Innovation and Economic Development will expand with new development plans.
Read More »Micro-Local Is The Recipe For Produce Business Success
Several tomatoes, a selection of onions, add some green peppers, plus $950 and a van — that is the recipe Jack Maas and Dean Wiesjahn used to start their dream of a micro-local produce company, Rainbow Produce. Now, after 30 years of growth, their business supports a cycle of other …
Read More »UF Offers Online Classes To Displaced Puerto Rico Students
The University of Florida offers hurricane displaced students from Puerto Rico to take select courses through its online program.
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