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A pair of over-the-counter compounds has been found in preliminary tests to inhibit the virus that causes COVID-19, University of Florida Health researchers have found.  The combination includes diphenhydramine, an antihistamine used for allergy symptoms. When paired with lactoferrin, a protein found in cow and human milk, the compounds were found to hinder the SARS-CoV-2...

The University of Florida and California-based Scripps Research have signed a definitive agreement to welcome the Florida branch of the science powerhouse into the research arm of UF’s academic health center — a step aimed at accelerating the translation of basic scientific discoveries into clinical advances that benefit human health in the state and beyond. ...

Bartow McDonald IV, Managing Director at SVN Florida, has joined the team that will market leasing for one of the largest speculative warehouse developments in Florida history. McDonald brokered the initial 64-acre industrial land deal with Jared Bonshire from Cushman & Wakefield’s Orlando office. Transwestern Development Co. and joint venture partner QuadReal Property Group will...

*startGNV*, a local nonprofit with a mission to grow the innovation ecosystem of Greater Gainesville, announced the return of their popular “CelebrateGNV” event to the Cade Museum on January 27th, 2022. The annual sell-out community gathering, held virtually last year due to the pandemic, shines a light on local success stories amongst Gainesville-based startups and...

When Dominique Calloway moved to the small, rural town of Archer, Florida, 11 years ago with her four children, she set out on a search to find the family a primary care provider. Expecting no closer option than Gainesville, Calloway heard from a friend about a great clinic right in her community. She decided to...

Florida Gators Sports Properties, and Air Pros USA, a leading residential and commercial air conditioning service company and the official Air Conditioning partner for Gators football, demonstrated gratitude for Veterans at the Florida Gators ‘Saluting those Who Serve’ football game which took place on Saturday, November 13th. As part of the Saluting Those Who Serve...

Butler Enterprises has announced that Ford’s Garage is coming to Butler Town Center.  Ford’s Garage is a car-themed restaurant that pays tribute to the legendary Henry Ford. The first restaurant opened in Historic Downtown Ft. Myers in 2012, close to Ford’s winter home. When walking through the doors, you’ll feel transported into a 1920s service...

Welcoming Gainesville & Alachua County, Inc., (WG&AC) is a 501(c)(3) registered nonprofit dedicated to making Gainesville, Florida, an inclusive community that welcomes immigrants, international students, and refugees and celebrates diversity as a source of strength and innovation. Part of the nationwide Welcoming America network, WG&AC accomplishes this mission by creating and promoting immigrant-friendly policies, communicating...

Blooloop, a leading global resource for visitor attractions sector professionals, has named Stephanie Bailes, President and Executive Director of the Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention, as among the top museum influencers in 2021. “It is an incredible honor, as well as humbling, to be included on this list of international influencers in the museum...

Butler Enterprises hosted Gainesville’s First Annual European Car Show Saturday, October 23rd, at Butler Town Center in the two parking lots adjacent to The Cheesecake Factory and Grub Burger Bar on Archer Road.  The car show drew thousands of spectators and over 100 European vehicles to Butler Town Center on a beautiful Saturday morning. The...