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This story is part of our guide, Florida Votes 2016, leading up to the Nov. 8 election. Check your voter registration status here.

The science fair is at higher level of competition this year with two new categories, Molecular Biology and Biochemistry and Intelligence Machines and Robotics Systems

Keilah Kitching, an eighth-grader from Howard W. Bishop Middle School, won first place and will advance to the Florida Times-Union Regional Spelling Bee in Jacksonville.

The Alachua County Environmental Protection department is hosting its third annual “Saving My Alachua” art contest. The contest has been growing each year, from 180 submissions in its first year to 380 last year.

A district-wide robotics competition held at Lincoln Middle School Thursday had more than 200 competitors, showcasing robots they've worked on throughout the school year. Winners from the competition will go on to compete nationally and globally.

Northwest 8th Avenue's resurfacing project will include upgrades to safety for pedestrians. The road was not originally designed with pedestrians in mind, but will have bicycle lanes and wider sidewalks when the project is completed.

A lack of accountability with standardized testing is a common problem facing Florida schools, causing Parent Teacher Associations around Florida and other organizations to promote more positive learning environments. Alachua County Public Schools has recognized the frustration the local educators are feeling.

The Alachua County Commission met Tuesday to discuss police presence in schools. Discussions reached a stalemate as Superintendent Owen Roberts did not approve the request for police due to funding limits.

The Gainesville Police Department arrested a 15-year-old male believed to be responsible for the six bomb threats made to local high schools on Friday. He could be charged with six counts of false report of planting a bomb or explosive if he is found guilty.

Gainesville Police Department installed a speeding radar last week in hopes of keeping residents and drivers safer. The radar was placed along Northwest 31st Drive after many residents voiced their concerns.