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Science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) subjects are taught to Florida students as early as elementary school, but more teachers and more rigorous training are needed if we are to support the state’s continuous bid to become a reputable high tech economy that relies on an exemplary high-tech work force. The Florida Department of Education...

Among otherwise healthy people, a daily dose of aspirin does not save lives and causes additional bleeding, an analysis by University of Florida Health researchers has found. Their meta-analysis of 11 aspirin therapy clinical trials involving more than 157,000 healthy individuals since the 1980s found the drug doesn’t reduce deaths, heart attacks and strokes. Low-dose...

The first phase in a series of planned renovations for the Northwest Unit of the Boys and Girls Club of Alachua County located at 2661 NW 51st St. Gainesville, are now complete. Interior upgrades to the recreation facility were completed by Scorpio on October 28, approximately $15,000 under budget. New ceilings, flooring and lighting transformed...

Trust is an essential element in the relationship built between a seller, buyer and his/her real estate agent. In order to establish trust, a real estate agent must add value. “We are not really not motivated by selling houses,” says Craig Wilburn, CRS, GRI, CSP. “We are passionate about adding value to human beings through...

East Gainesville is planning on growing with Cornerstone and Heartwood, two major renovation projects that the Gainesville Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) hopes to complete by 2019. Cornerstone, located at 2153 SE Hawthorne Road, is a 13.6 acre mixed-use park that’s currently owned by the city. Merieux NutriSciences, an international food testing company headquartered in Chicago,...

Each year the Florida Redevelopment Association (FRA) recognizes outstanding efforts by redevelopment agencies throughout the state. Winners demonstrate innovation and positive impact on their communities and inspire other Florida Communities. The NW 1st Ave Streetscape/More in Midtown initiative was selected to receive the FRA Roy F. Kenzie award for Capital Projects/Beautification. The Gainesville CRA led...

Happy New Year! Are you headed off to the gym to shed unwanted pounds, gain stamina or just breathe better? Have you ever thought of doing the same thing for your career? A career coach can get you unstuck in your career, help you change careers, coach you to the next level or help you...

When the people behind Scorpio Corporation approach a construction project, the heart of what they do is focused on the people who will be occupying and using the space. Instead of just looking at bricks and mortar, their first question to their clients is simple, “HOW will this be building will be used and WHO...

The Bainbridge Companies, a leading owner, developer and manager of luxury communities in the eastern U.S., announced it has completed the purchase of more than 11 acres in Gainesville, near the University of Florida, on which it will develop Campus Circle Gainesville, a 492-bed student housing community. The community will open in advance of the...

Late last month, walking into the Cade Museum felt uniquely charged with enthusiasm as Gainesville’s startup community and its supporters convened for an inaugural startup-focused celebration. The sold out event, dubbed “celebrateGNV,” recognized the faces, organizations and events contributing to Gainesville’s thriving startup scene. Though the non-profit organizer, startupGNV, curated the night with themed cocktails...