“Student homeless week” is a situation many UF students deal with every summer as those who are moving between apartment complexes realize their lease ends at one complex a week or sometimes two before their new lease begins at the other complex.
Read More »Panel Discussion Seeks Greater Clarity On Effects Of Hormone Therapy For Transitioning Individuals
The panel — titled “Transparency: Physiology, Wellness & Beyond in the Trans Community” — was one part of an event planned by Joslyn Ahlgren, the University of Florida’s undergraduate program coordinator in applied physiology and kinesiology.
Read More »Williston’s Regional General Hospital Clears Utility Bill Debt
Williston’s Regional General Hospital bailed itself out of its outstanding utility bill debt by completing a repayment plan with the city. Two Williston residents are taking steps to try to prevent the hospital from permanently closing.
Read More »How Pigs And Cows Saved A School
Once on the verge of shutting down due to low grades, Hawthorne Middle/High School has bounced back in recent years thanks to the revival of its agricultural program.
Read More »‘Guardian’ Expansion Draws Heavy Debate
Emotions flared at the Florida Capitol as the House Education Committee approved its version of a bill to expand the controversial program that designates teachers as 'guardians' in the event of a school shooting.
Read More »‘Music Was The Only Thing He Had,’ And Police Say It Got Gainesville Rapper ‘Shay Baby’ Killed
Two days after his rap video was published on YouTube, on May 2, 2016, Rashey "Shay Baby" Garrison was killed in a drive-by shooting. Police said it was over the video, which reached 300,000 views this month.
Read More »Florida Senate Signs Off On Smokable Marijuana, With Keith Perry Voting In Opposition
Bowing to a demand by Gov. Ron DeSantis, the Florida Senate on Thursday overwhelmingly approved a measure that would allow patients to smoke medical marijuana if doctors deem it the proper treatment.
Read More »PACE Center Alachua Continues Expansion, Plans To Welcome 14 New Girls
PACE expansion will welcome 14 new girls to the program. The new PACE Butterfly Center will provide more physical space that includes showers, a large common room and a kitchen complete with sinks, microwaves and refrigerators.
Read More »Williston’s Regional General Hospital Faces Potential Closure In Wake Of Utility Debt
Williston’s Regional General Hospital continues to struggle financially as it pays down utility debt to the city. It's weekly payment plan tripled Friday to $15,000.
Read More »Seniors At Hawthorne Wellness Center Keep Their Minds And Bodies Healthy
This Hawthorne gym has become a social hub for seniors living in the surrounding area.
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