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UF scientist set to launch into space to experiment how plants 'adjust their gene expression'
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A University of Florida scientist is set to make history Thursday by launching into space to see how plants "respond molecularly," according to a press release. University of Florida Astraeus Space Institute Director Rob Ferl will fly aboard aerospace company Blue Origin's New Shepard rocket Thursday...
No. 19 Miami and Florida resume a once-heated rivalry with both coaches seeking a much-needed win
No. 19 Miami at Florida, Saturday, 3:30 p.m. ET (ABC) BetMGM College Football Odds: Miami by 2 1/2. Series record: Miami leads 29-27. In-state rivals Miami and Florida resume their once-heated series, with the loser sure to have its fanbase screaming for a coaching change. Miami’s Mario Cristobal is 12-13 in two seasons at his alma mater, including having lost four of five to close out 2023. Florida’s Billy Napier is 11-14 in Gainesville and has dropped 10 of 13 — including five straight — against Power Four opponents. Both could use a victory. The Gators have what many consider to be the toughest schedule in the country.
Friday Night Frenzy Preview Week 2: Florida Gators recruiting
It’s that time of the year again where the Friday Night Lights are bright and prospects across the country are starting the high school football season. Like the past years Gator Country is going to do a preview every Thursday for all of the Florida Gators commits and on Monday we will do a full recap including stats and notes from the past weeks’ games.
Billy Napier breaks down depth chart ahead of 2024 season
Billy Napier met with the media on Wednesday evening after Florida football released its first official depth chart of the 2024 season. Napier comments on the health of running back Montrell Johnson, Florida’s offensive line, and answers questions about the week one depth chart. Here’s everything Napier had to...
Gator legend Billy Donovan returns to Gainesville, shares story of faith and leadership
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Nine years after leaving, legendary Florida basketball coach Billy Donovan is still giving back to the Gainesville community. Event organizers with “Impact for Living” said Donovan is a man of deep faith and conviction. “I wouldn’t change my 19 years here for anything. It...
FEMA and SBA disaster financial assistance available for Alachua County residents
Alachua County residents who have been impacted by Hurricane Debby are encouraged to apply for this assistance The post FEMA and SBA disaster financial assistance available for Alachua County residents appeared first on Alachua Chronicle.
Gainesville resource fair offers help for veterans starting small businesses
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - North Central Florida veterans are getting the resources to open their own businesses. Officials with the U.S Small Business Administration, Gainesville Vet Center, and Gainesville VA hosted the Veteran Small Business Fair Wednesday. More than 10 resource vendors filled the GRU eastside operations center to give information and tools for veterans to start up their own businesses.
Alachua County Commission approves East Gainesville affordable housing
During its regular meeting Tuesday, the Alachua County Commission Board approved plans for an affordable housing development in East Gainesville and Town of Tioga, which residents say will boost quality of life there. The goal of the East Gainesville Legacy Community Engagement Project is to build low maintenance, affordable housing...
Relax with the sloths at Carson Springs Wildlife Sanctuary
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - This week’s Wildlife Wednesday showcases Annabelle and Myers, our two-toed sloths. Different from three-toed sloths, two-toed sloths spend most of their time living upside down in trees. They are nocturnal animals and eat greenish algae as their main source of protein, which eventually affects the...
Miami obliges Florida's request for 'white out' in The Swamp on Saturday
Miami is fully onboard with Florida’s request for a “white out” in The Swamp for Saturday’s showdown. When the Gators released their uniform schedule for the season, including the traditional home combo for Week 1, they called on fans to wear white. The Hurricanes are happy...
Pressing task for Sasse’s successors at UF: easing faculty tensions
As scrutiny mounts over Ben Sasse’s abrupt exit from the University of Florida and his expenditures as president, the school is facing another hurdle his successor must confront: smoothing over relationships with faculty. Under Sasse, university relations with faculty members frayed over concerns with financial transparency, the state’s move...
Florida Gators football primer: Billy Napier in Year 3, players create a covenant, roster and coaching changes
A new football season is upon us, and there has no team outside the top 25 that has received more attention entering 2024 than the Florida Gators. Unfortunately, it has mostly been for undesirable reasons. Head coach Billy Napier begins Year 3 in Gainesville, Florida, coming off consecutive losing seasons...
First-Gen Faculty and Staff Invited to Self-Identify
August 28, 2024 – Santa Fe College is a designated member of the First-Gen Forward Network because of its ongoing commitment to helping first-generation college students succeed. All currently employed faculty and staff members who were first-gen college students are invited to self-identify. We proudly share this information with...
Florida men’s golf seeks second national championship in three years
Last season was supposed to be a rebuilding year for the Gators after losing three key golfers to graduation. Instead, head coach J.C. Deacon guided Florida to the final round of stroke play in the NCAA championship. Florida returns four of five starters from the 2024 NCAA championship lineup and...
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