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We know MLK fought against racism, but he also had much to say about issues in today's headlines.
Read More »Three Ways MLK Speaks To Our Time
Florida Bill Seeks To Reshape State College System
A post-secondary education bill that could reshape the Florida College system is moving through the state senate.
Read More »City Wants Ideas for Duval Park, And You Have Another Week To Suggest Them
The new deadline is Jan. 16.
Read More »Florida Voices | Amanda Mills, Lessons for My Children
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Read More »WUFT’s Biggest Stories of 2017
Hurricane Irma, Richard Spencer, rescued dogs and more.
Read More »With Half A School Year Left, Will Hawthorne’s Only High School Make the Grade or Close?
Once Hawthorne Middle/High School in May earned a D rating on the state accountability report, school officials chose the option to try one last time to improve its score to a C. Another D or worse, and the school closes.
Read More »Newberry Exploring Possibility Of Ag-Focused Research Park
Newberry officials are exploring the possibility of an agri-tech research park, and they say it would bring high-profile jobs to the community.
Read More »Driverless Shuttle Coming To Gainesville As Part Of The Smart City Initiative
Students and residents will be able to ride the shuttles, which will fit 12 people each and run in a loop every 10 to 20 minutes. The shuttles will be on their own route with stops in parts of SW 4th Ave., SW 13th St., SW 2nd Ave. and S. Main Street.
Read More »Grad Students Fear For Their Future As House GOP Tax Plan Imposes Income Tax On Tuition Waivers
The tax GOP House bill poses a major threat for grad students who are able to pursue higher education through assistantships and fellowships that cover tuition costs.
Read More »Former Felons Attempt To Re-enter Society In North Central Florida
The prison population in the United States continues to grow, and with it grows the number of former offenders seeking to repent their past mistakes.
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