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The University of Florida has been ranked by Forbes Advisor as the country’s best military-friendly online college of 2024.   “The University of Florida is honored to serve the men and women who serve our nation,” UF Board of Trustees Chair Mori Hosseini said. “We are proud that Forbes has named us the No. 1 online...

The University of Florida College of Pharmacy’s top-tier research programs garnered further recognition as the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy, or AACP, ranked the college No. 3 nationally in annual research funding. Researchers in the college secured a record $41 million last year, surpassing the previous year’s total by nearly $9 million AACP compiles...

Solis Mammography, a women’s health company and the nation’s largest independent provider of specialized breast health services, has announced the acquisition of MUSIC Mammography and Ultrasound Imaging Center in Gainesville. For more than 10 years, MUSIC has provided patients with an advanced standard of care through an expert radiology team of breast and general ultrasound...

Recognizing an exemplary lifetime of service and dedication, Community Hospice & Palliative Care presented Vivian Washington Filer with the 4th annual Servant’s Heart Award on Tuesday, June 4, 2024. The heartfelt ceremony took place at The Cotton Club Museum and Cultural Center, graced by esteemed community leaders and supporters. The Servant’s Heart Award stands as...

By Kamal Latham   The City of Newberry’s #1 economic development priority is creating high-wage and high-skill jobs through the envisioned F-300 AgFoodTech Innovation Park and Business Incubator (the project was dubbed F-300 in honor of Florida’s 300 specialty crops). Artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, automation, sensors, data analytics, precision agriculture, and advanced energy are examples...

The University of Florida has once again earned a 5-star ranking on Money magazine’s “Best Colleges in America” list. This marks the second consecutive year that UF has been recognized for its exceptional value, combining high-quality education with affordability. UF is the only university in Florida and the Southeastern Conference to receive this distinction from...

Santa Fe College students and apprentices have completed their fourteenth home built with Habitat for Humanity. It was moved to its permanent site from the school’s Northwest Campus on June 13.  Toikeith Reynolds is the new house’s owner. Reynolds told a local media outlet that “A home to me is more than just eating food...

Dave’s Hot Chicken, will open their newest location at Butler Shopping Center District. Dave’s Hot Chicken began in a parking lot in East Hollywood in 2017 and now this spicy sensation has over 205 restaurant locations across the US, Canada, and the Middle East; with additional International locations coming soon. Dave’s Hot Chicken will have...

VyStar Foundation has announced that $201,551 will be distributed among 12 recipients in its third grant cycle focused on nonprofit organizations that support military and veterans service programs. Specific funding priority was given to programs that address health and basic needs, mental health services and workforce development. VyStar Foundation distributed $201,551 among 12 nonprofits in...

The City of Newberry has been recognized as one of Business View Publishing’s “Best of 2024, Best Managed Towns.”  This prestigious accolade highlights Newberry’s dedication to fostering community spirit, innovative economic growth, and sustainable development.  City Manager Mike New expressed his pride in the accolade, stating, “This recognition as a best-managed town is a testament...