2026
2025

Urban Waste, Rural Consequences

Examination of how rural Florida counties receive sewage sludge from urban areas for land application, raising environmental and health concerns while excluding rural residents from planning decisions.

Marston will offer later hours this Spring. But data shows library use drops off at night.

Investigation into library usage patterns and the decision to extend Marston Science Library hours despite low nighttime usage data.

Unemployment up among recent college graduates since COVID-19 pandemic

Data analysis revealing increased unemployment rates among recent college graduates in the post-COVID job market.

UF Student Government voting turnout is low. But not lower than similar schools.

Comparative analysis of student government election turnout rates at UF compared to similar large public universities.

Behind the Scenes in the Butterfly Rainforest

A look at maintenance and improvement activities at the Florida Museum's Butterfly Rainforest exhibit during temporary closure, including animal care, infrastructure upgrades, and planned renovations.

Sexual health resources on campus, across Gainesville are available for all

Comprehensive guide to sexual health resources available to UF students and Gainesville community members.

School supplies, creativity made affordable through reused supplies

Investigation into how reused school supplies make art programs more accessible for children despite budget constraints.

Impacts of 1990 Gainesville murders remain strong, especially for college-aged women

Examination of the lasting psychological and community impacts of the Gainesville Student Murders 35 years later.

Constant changes to RTS bus schedule may disrupt access to health care

Investigation into how frequent RTS bus schedule changes impact healthcare workers' ability to access medical facilities.

Local nonprofit teaches gardening skills to adults with disabilities

Profile of a local nonprofit that provides gardening education and skills training for adults with disabilities in Gainesville.

Books-for-Prisoners project bridges volunteers and prisoners

Exploration of a community program that connects volunteers with incarcerated individuals through book donations and correspondence.

Alachua County residents raise their concerns about budget bill

Coverage of community concerns and town hall discussion about the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and its potential local impacts.

Freedom Fest celebrates Emancipation Day, Juneteenth

Coverage of Gainesville's Freedom Fest event celebrating Emancipation Day and Juneteenth with music, food, and community activities.

Cotton Club hosts sold-out Juneteenth breakfast and Black Music Month celebration

Report on the Cotton Club's sold-out Juneteenth breakfast event featuring performances, speeches, and celebration of Black Music Month.

Transfer students find community at UF

Investigation into the experiences of transfer students at UF and efforts to build community and support networks for this underrepresented group.

The invasion of the fuzz: Tussock moth caterpillars crawl across north central Florida

Native tussock moth caterpillars have become prevalent across Alachua County during spring season, with experts weighing in on public reactions and safe handling of the fuzzy insects.

Learning through service: My journey to Pine Island with UF Gulf Scholars and GatorCorps

Personal account of community service work with UF Gulf Scholars program, focusing on environmental education and conservation.