Business
Cox Communications Invites Local Nonprofits to Apply for Cox Charities Grants
Employee-funded grants support STEAM education, equal opportunity, and sustainability initiatives in Central Florida
Hundreds Attend Grand Opening of Bricks & Minifigs Lego Store in Gainesville
New Lego specialty shop in Newberry Square plaza draws big crowds on opening day.
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.
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
Crime
Gainesville Woman Charged with Welfare Fraud
Accused of falsely obtaining over $14,000 in SNAP and Medicaid benefits
Florida's Execution Machine Under Fire as Lawyers Claim 'Reckless' Errors
Ronald Heath's legal team files emergency brief alleging dangerous incompetence in the state's execution protocols
17-Year-Old on Probation Charged as Adult for Attempted Homicide
Ze'kayvion Markese Brey'on Clemons allegedly shot a man three times in the torso during a confrontation in July 2025.
Sports
Florida Gators Coach Assesses First Transfer Portal Haul
Jon Sumrall discusses adding 30 transfers to the 2026 roster, including top-ranked wide receiver and quarterback
Texas A&M Baseball Slated for Nine National Broadcasts in 2026 Season
The Aggies will appear on SEC Network, ESPN2, and ESPN's main channel throughout the season.
Florida Gators Women's Basketball Schedule Announced
The Gators will play 11 home games at Exactech Arena this season.
Health
Scientists Warn These 2 Viruses Could Become The Next Pandemic
Experts say influenza D and canine coronavirus pose respiratory disease threats to humans, but more surveillance and testing is needed.
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.
