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UF President Kent Fuchs' final commencement speech, Fall 2022
Graduates, this is the 117th commencement that I have presided over as University of Florida president, and it is my very last commencement. Like you, I too am graduating. And, like you, after graduation there is much I will miss about my years at UF. I will especially miss these ceremonies. I love being here...
Ford’s Garage Revs Up for New Restaurant in Gainesville
Ford’s Garage, the neighborhood burger and beer joint inspired by the heritage of the Ford Motor Company and designed like a classic service station, opened its newest location on Wednesday, November 30th at 3560 SW 32nd Court Butler’s Town Center. Patrons can now fuel up on a satisfying menu that includes the restaurant’s Burgers of...
CONCEPT COMPANIES Names Mary Reichardt, Gainesville, Vice President of Marketing and Communications
Mary Reichardt will lead the marketing and communications team for best-in-class real estate developer CONCEPT COMPANIES, established in 2004, and headquartered in Gainesville, Florida. Reichardt, a 15-year veteran in the field and 2005 graduate of the University of Florida, has a diverse portfolio of marketing, communications and public relations work that influenced the hire. ...
Tourism and Hospitality Workers and Leaders Receive Recognition Awards for Excellence in Service During a Record-Setting Year for the Tourism Industry in Alachua County
In honor of their excellence and dedication to the industry during a record-setting year for tourism – with a reported $155.8 million paid in overnight lodging sales in Alachua County, Visit Gainesville, Alachua County presented special recognition plaques to industry workforce members nominated by their peers at the December 7, 2022 meeting of the Alachua...
Celebrate the Holidays with Local Stage Performances
Ring in the Holidays with Stage Performances at the Hippodrome Theatre A Christmas Carol Now through Friday, December 23 Bah Humbug to dashing through the snow and sleigh rides in Florida. Staying true to the weighty themes of the original novel while delivering a gripping story, cheerful holiday music, and genuine laughs for the...
UF to reinstate vehicle-restricted area on campus
Starting in January, the University of Florida will reinstate road restrictions that reduce vehicular traffic in the academic core of campus. The restrictions, designed to improve pedestrian safety, will begin Jan. 9 during peak traffic hours between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. on weekdays when classes are in session. The four entry points to the...
Light Up Tioga this Sunday, December 11th, from 4-8pm
There will be lots of festive fun for the whole family. Event Activities for the day include: Santa Visit & Tree Lighting – Live Performances – Food Trucks – Teddy Bear Mobile – Train Rides – Pony Rides – Games & Prizes – Balloon Artist – Face Painting – Kettle Corn – Dance Performances –...
Three Local Students Named Semifinalists in National Program for Leadership and Service
Three Alachua County Public School students have been named finalists in the annual Coca-Cola Scholars Program, which awards scholarships to high school seniors based on their academic success, leadership and service to their schools and communities. The students are now in the running to become Coca-Cola Scholars, who are each awarded $20,000 college scholarships. ...
Syncona Limited Portfolio Company Successfully Completes Tender Offer and Acquisition of Applied Genetic Technologies Corporation
Applied Genetic Technologies Corporation (“AGTC” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: AGTC), has announced the successful completion of the previously announced tender offer (the “Offer”) to purchase all of the issued and outstanding shares of common stock of AGTC by a portfolio company of Syncona Limited (LON: SYNC) (“Syncona”). The Offer, as extended, expired at 5:00 p.m.,...
UF community invited for Holiday Gator lighting celebration
Students, faculty, staff, families and friends are invited to the “Lighting of the Holiday Gator” starting at 5 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1 on the lawn of the University Auditorium near the corner of Newell Drive and Union Road. The Holiday Gator is the large, forged steel alligator sculpture that has been placed on the lawn...