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The Gainesville Sun

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UF arena to become Tower Hill Arena in new naming deal

The arena inside the Stephen C. O'Connell Center is getting a new name as the University of Florida moves forward with several major athletics projects, including a $22.5 million loan and a $77 million expansion of the Lemerand Athletic Center. Tower Hill Arena The University of Florida Board of Trustees on Nov. 10 approved a naming-rights arrangement that paves the way for a new corporate name for the arena inside the Stephen C. O'Connell Center. UAA and Tower Hill Insurance Group have agreed to an initial five-year deal running from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2031, with an option to extend the agreement for another five years through June 2036. University news: UF's Bell says H-1B job filing was made without his approval Exactech Arena will be renamed Tower Hill Arena. The Stephen C. O'Connell Center itself will retain its name. UF spokesperson Steve Orlando said the Exactech contract expired over the summer, clearing the way for the arena to transition to its new name. UAA and Tower Hill have agreed to general terms through a memorandum of understanding, though the board materials do not disclose how much Tower Hill will pay for the naming rights. The arena had

Gainesville, FL · 2d

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Gainesville families question plan to combine Lincoln Middle, Williams Elementary students

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - A plan to combine Lincoln Middle and Williams Elementary students is sparking concerns about the future of both schools. At a community meeting Tuesday, community members, teachers and parents questioned the impact on younger students and how the district will preserve each school’s history. Some families said they still want two separate schools, not one combined campus.

Gainesville, FL · 2d

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Santa Fe Girls Basketball to Rebuild After Challenging Season

Santa Fe High School’s girls basketball team enters the 2026-27 season with an opportunity to establish a fresh identity with a roster loaded with new players. Only one player returns, as the Raiders face the challenge of building chemistry while working toward a more competitive season under coach Dennis Hooks.

Alachua, FL · 15h

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Sante Fe, Dunnellon Set for Rematch in Class 3A Football

Santa Fe and Dunnellon are headed for a rematch. The FHSAA released its bracket for the Class 3A-Region 2 football playoffs last Friday and Santa Fe secured the No. 4 seed in the eight-team bracket, while the Dunnellon Tigers claimed the No. 5 spot. Despite the head-to-head result and better...

Dunnellon, FL · 3d

Independent Florida Alligator

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Gainesville native takes ASL education nationwide, one sign at a time

Growing up with a deaf brother, Eastside High School alumnus Kentrell Martin saw firsthand how unfamiliarity with deafness creates a divide between people who communicate differently. “Growing up, I was seeing the stares,” Martin said. “It’s natural for people to stare when something’s unfamiliar.”. Now 44,...

Gainesville, FL · 2d

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Marion County School Board approves plan to combine two Belleview elementary schools

BELLEVIEW, Fla. (WCJB) - The Marion County School Board unanimously approved a $52.5 million plan to combine Belleview Elementary and Belleview-Santos Elementary into one campus. Some parents say the change is more than a move into a new building. They say it means leaving behind the school and friends their...

Marion County, FL · 1d

Independent Florida Alligator

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Protesters demand UF rescind 287(g) agreement, again

Among shouts of “intifada,” over 40 people adorned with anti-ICE banners and Palestinian flags gathered on the steps of Tigert Hall Friday afternoon to demand UF acknowledge and support a student rumored to have been arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The detained person’s name hasn’t been released,...

Gainesville, FL · 6d

Uncovered Investigates

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Marion schools admits omissions in arrest notice

The district corrected its message about Jeffrey Farris, but questions remain about whether parents received the required information on time.

Marion County, FL · 10d

Ocala Star Banner

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Forest snubbed as three Marion County teams make FHSAA football playoffs

The FHSAA state football playoff brackets are out. And one of the feel-good stories of Florida high school football this fall is not part of them. Forest, coming off its first eight-win season in nearly two decades, was knocked out of the Class 5A bracket by a team it beat during the regular season and has yet to beat a team with a winning record in 2026. Instead of John Brantley and the Wildcats getting in, it's 5-5 Oakleaf grabbing the eighth and final spot in Region 1 and headed to Mandarin next week. Forest beat Oakleaf 21-7 in a district showdown in October, seemingly giving it a leg up in the playoff chase. But a final-game loss to city rival Vanguard by a touchdown apparently was too much for the Maxpreps computer rankings, which has Oakleaf nearly 50 spots above Forest for the season. So happy for this team and group of Seniors!! Proud Coach 🐾🏈 @Andy_Villamarzo @FLPrepVarsity @larryblustein @FlaHSFootball @PrepRedzoneFL pic.twitter.com/160RiZROft — John Brantley (@BrantleyCoach) October 21, 2026 While Oakleaf played a stout non-conference schedule ― including open division finalist Raines and perennial powers Bolles and ED White ― the Knights didn't win any of those games. Its

Marion County, FL · 6d

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Florida High School State Finalist Selah Austin Sends Verbal To Arkansas’ Class Of 2032

Austin placed fourth in the 50 freestyle at the 2025 Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) Class 1A State Championships. Current photo via Selah Austin. Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in college is a lifelong dream that is pursued with dedication and determination. Fitter and Faster is proud to honor these athletes and those who supported them on their journey.

Fayetteville, AR · 6d

Alachua Chronicle

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Local students earn perfect scores on state tests

Alachua County Public Schools students earned 189 perfect scores on state tests administered in 2026, according to results released by the Florida Department of Education. The post Local students earn perfect scores on state tests appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .

Alachua County, FL · 7d

Alachua Chronicle

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Two ACPS teachers honored through TaxSlayer Gator Bowl Most Valuable Teacher program

Robert Moramarco, a math teacher at Newberry High School, and Amy Beres, a music and band teacher at Howard Bishop Middle School, received surprise visits at their schools this week from representatives of the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl organization. The post Two ACPS teachers honored through TaxSlayer Gator Bowl Most Valuable Teacher program appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .

Alachua County, FL · 6d

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Nationally acclaimed celebrity chefs to cook up inspiration for MCPS students

MARION COUNTY, FL (352today.com) – Five nationally acclaimed celebrity chefs will share their experiences with Marion County middle and high school culinary arts students, Friday, November 6, 2026. The celebrity chefs, who are all affiliated with World Equestrian Center (WEC) Ocala, are participating in a culinary celebration. This year’s...

Marion County, FL · 7d

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Alachua County community raises reading gap concerns during superintendent search

Parents and teachers in Alachua County asked whether every student is getting the support they need in the classroom as school board members search for their next superintendent.

Alachua County, FL · 7d

Uncovered Investigates

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What schools knew and families weren’t told

From Florida to California and Chicago, records reveal failures to inform parents, investigate misconduct and keep known risks from reaching other children.

Marion County, FL · 9d

Alachua Chronicle

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School Board hears from teachers, discusses state audit, approves math coaches

At the November 2 meeting, the School Board of Alachua County recognized Tina Certain at her last meeting, heard from teachers and the union about new initiatives, reviewed an audit that could cost the district over $300,000, and approved math coaches for Rawlings and Williams elementary schools. The post School Board hears from teachers, discusses state audit, approves math coaches appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .

Alachua County, FL · 8d

WCJB

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Parents call out Ocala Christian Academy for teacher’s arrest, uniforms: ‘We blame them’

Parents protested outside Ocala Christian Academy on Monday, criticizing the private school’s response to a teacher accused of taking a photo up a student’s skirt.

Ocala, FL · 10d

Alachua Chronicle

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UF student wins Florida Farm Bureau Discussion Meet

UF student Braley Hines earned first place in the Florida Farm Bureau Federation Collegiate Discussion Meet during the organization’s 85th Annual Meeting Oct. 28 in Daytona Beach. The post UF student wins Florida Farm Bureau Discussion Meet appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .

Daytona Beach, FL · 8d

The Gainesville Sun

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Lincoln Middle School's Jackie Collins is honored

Welcome to the Gainesville Guardian newsletter, which brings you local news that focuses primarily on the Black community in Gainesville, mostly east Gainesville. This edition of the newsletter features the following items: Lincoln Middle School's Jackie Collins is Florida Credit Union/Gainesville Sun Amazing Teacher of the Month. UF's Bell says H-1B job filing was made without his approval. Alachua County targets jail health contract after misconduct claims New gallery expands Harn Museum's exhibition space Florida ranks 4th worst in national jobs study Gainesville Sun editor Jim Ross curated this newsletter This article originally appeared on The Gainesville Sun: Lincoln Middle School's Jackie Collins is honored

Gainesville, FL · 10d

Independent Florida Alligator

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Expanded K-8 school, charter offer Newberry families new enrollment options

This year, Newberry families found themselves choosing between two elementary schools: Oak View K-8 School, run by Alachua County Public Schools, and Newberry Community School, a new charter. The changes stem from a 2024 decision in which parents and teachers at Newberry Elementary School voted to convert it into a...

Newberry, FL · 10d