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Space-focused accelerator begins process for applicants
The Space-Edge Accelerator, an innovation-focused collaboration between the University of Florida, Blue Origin, Space Foundation, the University of Central Florida, Arizona State University and Vanderbilt University, is opening applications for its inaugural program. Designed to propel businesses into the new space economy, Space-Edge offers innovators and entrepreneurs a unique opportunity to gain a competitive edge by accessing space industry experts and resources.
Florida governor says what he hopes to see from the next UF president
Gov. Ron DeSantis weighed in on the University of Florida’s recent president vacancy. He says the decision is up to the UF’s board of trustees, but he would like to see someone selected that would oppose disruptive demonstrations on campus, like outgoing President Ben Sasse did earlier this year.
The Point, July 26, 2024: Gainesville evictions highest in U.S. after pandemic
Subscribe to The Point, arriving in your inbox Monday through Friday at 8 a.m. • WUFT News: Report: Evictions in Gainesville surge after the pandemic. "Data from a Princeton University project called Eviction Lab shows Gainesville has the highest number of eviction filings among U.S. cities, relative to the pre-pandemic level."
Hall of Famer Rowdy Gaines highlights top swimmers to watch in upcoming Olympics
As the Summer Olympics approach, swimming is anticipated to be a highlight, with Team USA featuring both seasoned and emerging talents. International swimming Hall of Famer Rowdy Gaines is no stranger to spotting talent in the pool. First up is Katie Ledecky. "In 2012, about three months before the games,...
Florida Swimming & Diving: 14 Gators to Shine at 2024 Paris Olympics
14 Gators from the University of Florida are set to compete in swimming and diving at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, with events spanning from July 27 to August 10. Nine Gators are Repeat Olympians, with five athletes making their Olympic debut. Four Gators heading to Paris have already won...
Marion County teacher honored as one on the five finalists for ‘Teacher of the Year’
OCALA, Fla. (WCJB) - A teacher from Marion County may not have won the title of Florida’s teacher of the year, but she was honored for being a “Fab Five finalist” this evening. The gala was hosted in Orlando, with the ‘teachers of the year’ from every...
State leaders host safety training for responding to electric vehicle fires
OCALA, Fla. (WCJB) - The state fire marshall visited Ocala this afternoon to demonstrate firefighter safety when responding to electric vehicle fires. Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis hosted the training at the Florida State Fire College. He says the training event is part of a research project looking into...
Group sues over ‘misleading’ financial impact statement on abortion amendment
A lawsuit was filed Wednesday over a financial impact statement that will be included alongside Florida's abortion amendment, claiming that the statement is not only misleading, but that it was unlawfully revised.
DeSantis says he’ll stay out of UF’s upcoming presidential search
Gov. Ron DeSantis said Wednesday he will not be involved in UF’s search for its next president and wasn’t “involved necessarily” with the selection of Sen. Ben Sasse for the university’s top job. At a press conference at St. Petersburg College, DeSantis said he would...
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