Business
Community Foundation of North Central Florida Awards $6M in Grants, Adds New Directors
The foundation reports strong growth in 2025, supporting local education and mental health initiatives.
American Rebel Light Beer Expands Florida Footprint with Tri-Eagle Sales Partnership
Tri-Eagle Sales to manage distribution, retail rollouts, and on-premise activations for American Rebel Light Beer across North and North Central Florida
Lee & Associates Expands into Gainesville, Florida
Leading commercial real estate firm opens new office in dynamic North Central Florida market
Lifestyle
Metropolitan Transportation Planning Organization Holds February Meeting
Agenda includes transit plan updates, new positions, and board appointments
Bowie Pizza celebrates grand opening in Gainesville
New restaurant showcases two-day fermented dough and Brazilian-inspired flavors
UF Hillel Hosts 7th Annual 'Spread Cream Cheese Not Hate' Bagel Day
Program seeks 7,000 signatures to combat antisemitism on campus
Sports
Florida State Athletics Tops $200M in Annual Spending for First Time
The business of college athletics is booming, with Florida State leading the way in the ACC.
'We're gonna beat 'em anyways' becomes storyline for Alabama-Florida hoops
Florida coach Todd Golden stands by his comments ahead of matchup with No. 23 Alabama
Alabama-Florida Hoops Matchup Fueled by 'We're Gonna Beat 'Em' Remark
Florida coach Todd Golden's comment about beating Alabama with or without star player Charles Bediako has become a main storyline ahead of the highly anticipated game.
Health
Tragic Death of 2-Year-Old Gainesville Special Needs Child at Shands Hospital
Family mourns loss of De'Markus Jeremiah Page after preventable medical errors at University of Florida hospital
Community Hospice & Palliative Care Earns Accreditation for Jewish End-of-Life Care
The organization joins national network of hospice providers recognized for culturally responsive services.
Scientists Warn: Two Viruses Pose New Health Threats
Influenza D virus and canine coronavirus could spread more widely among humans if surveillance and diagnostics don't improve.
