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Key West Police on Monday released the following body camera footage of officers responding to an incident early on the morning of March 7.
Read More »Key West Police Release Footage of UF Student Body President-Elect’s Arrest
Transgender Rights, Title IX Protections For Students Discussed At UF Law Panel
Students and faculty at UF Levin College of Law discussed transgender rights and the pending decision of the landmark United States Supreme Court case, G.G. v. Gloucester County School Board, at an event Tuesday afternoon.
Read More »Local Teacher Advocates For Special Needs Students
Sidney Lanier middle school teacher Gloria Valladares has become an advocate for special needs students, inspiring confidence in them and fighting for their success.
Read More »Amid National Anti-Semitism, UF Jewish Center Sign Vandalized
A sign outside the University of Florida's Walker Hall, which houses the school's African American Studies program and its Center for Jewish Studies, was found knocked over Wednesday.
Read More »Record Number Applies To UF; Average Admission GPA Is 4.4
The University of Florida says it has a record number of applicants for the upcoming semesters, and the average GPA for those accepted is 4.4.
Read More »Community Remembers Officer Killed 16 Years Ago
Over the weekend, the Gainesville community remembered Officer Scott Baird, who was killed 16 years ago.
Read More »Technical Academies Will Open in Marion County to Meet Industry Demands
Business is booming in Marion County with a new commerce park located north of town. FedEx is currently operating out of the facility, with an auto parts and pet supply company to arrive soon.
Read More »Q&A: Billie DeNunzio, Director Of Eastside High School’s Culinary Arts Academy
The 12th best hospitality program in the nation resides right here in Gainesville. Its director, Billie DeNunzio, has devoted her time and energy to ensure that Eastside High School's Culinary Arts Academy continues to grow.
Read More »Florida CFO Jeff Atwater Resigning After 2017 Session
State Chief Financial Officer Jeff Atwater announced Friday he will leave his elected position for a job at Florida Atlantic University after the upcoming legislative session. Gov. Rick Scott will name a replacement for Atwater, who has held the Cabinet post since getting elected in 2010. The CFO position will …
Read More »State Colleges Defend Four-Year Degrees
The Florida College System chancellor on Thursday defended the ability of state colleges to offer four-year degree programs, saying the approval process for new baccalaureate degrees is “rigorous” and that students receiving the degrees remain a small part of overall enrollment. Chancellor Madeline Pumariega told the House Post-Secondary Education Subcommittee …
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