Though some local high school swim teams have already made their first splashes into the postseason, Class 2 squads from Gainesville and the surrounding area will have their turn in the pool Friday morning to compete for the District 4 Championship.
Read More »Michelle Obama’s Let’s Move! Initiative awards two Alachua County schools
First lady Michelle Obama's focus on improving the quality of food in schools has brought attention to the need for Alachua County kids to eat healthier.
Read More »Michelle Obama speaks to crowd of 10,000-plus at University of Florida
The first lady spoke to the crowd about the importance of the vote in Florida this election. Listen to an audio report and read a complete recap about her visit.
Read More »Romney supporters seen outside Michelle Obama’s UF rally
While thousands of attendees at Michelle Obama's O'Connell Center speech lined up on Monday afternoon, a contingent of Mitt Romney supporters stood on the opposite side of Gale Lemerand Drive, holding signs and voicing opposition to the current administration's policies.
Read More »Security, traffic disruptions first signs of Obama visit
Students and local residents heading out to the O'Connell Center this afternoon should know about important security measures in place.
Read More »On the second day, lines still seen for Obama ticket distribution
It's barely been 24 hours since people learned Michelle Obama is coming to the University of Florida and lines for tickets were still packed this morning.
Read More »UFPD prepares for Michelle Obama visit; no parking restrictions expected
With First Lady Michelle Obama scheduled to speak at the University of Florida on Monday, many people are wondering how the event will affect things on campus. Maj. Brad Barber said there is no parking restrictions that day although traffic will heavier than normal.
Read More »Tickets available for Michelle Obama visit
The Obama for America campaign confirmed that First Lady Michelle Obama will be speaking to supporters at the O’Connell Center Monday at 3:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public, though tickets are required due to space limitations.
Read More »Michelle Obama to visit Gainesville on Monday — details confirmed
Updated 3:10 p.m. Obama for America has confirmed that First Lady Michelle Obama will be speaking at the O'Connell Center Monday at 3:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public, however tickets are required due to the limited space.
Read More »8-year-old cancer survivor to meet Dierks Bentley
University of Florida Student Government Productions is hosting Dierks Bentley at the O’Connell Center for a concert tonight. SGP paired up with Shands Hospital for Children to get backstage passes for Ava Mason and her family. Florida’s 89.1, WUFT-FM’s, Meredith Chipman, spoke with Ava, and her mom, Jennifer, about her …
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