University of Florida neuroscientists have validated a potential pathway to halt the progression of Alzheimer’s disease, a debilitating neurodegenerative disorder that affects millions of Americans and is the most common cause of dementia. The investigators made the finding while studying the toxicity of products that result from abnormal protein processing in the brain. A wide...

Alachua County is facing a challenging flu season. UF Health reports they are seeing large numbers of patients with flu-like symptoms. Given the high volume of patients relying on the E.R.s, there may be extended wait times for those who are not in critical condition. Where to seek help? If you feel unwell, please contact...

Celebration Pointe, located at the intersection of  I-75 and Archer Road in Gainesville, announced Nike Factory Store as its newest anchor tenant. “Nike’s addition to the development will not only add to the retail offer, but will also enrich the overall experience for our guests, our residents and the many office workers in the development’s...

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Walmart and Sam’s Club associates helped “put the money where the miracles are” with a combined fundraising effort raising $379,220 for UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital in Gainesville following the annual Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals campaign. The fundraising efforts were part of a broader national effort that raised more than $35 million in support of...

Gainesville Regional Utilities (GRU) residential and commercial electric customers may see rate relief due to the biomass facility buyout and might have utility provider choice if electricity freedom comes to Florida.  Here is a review of what it may mean to you. What Is GRU? GRU is a comprehensive utility service provider owned by the...

The Alachua County Commission is looking for ideas on how best to use a 212-acre property (formerly the YMCA’s Camp McConnell, located just south of Paynes Prairie) by issuing a “Request for Statements of Interest.” The purpose of this process is to help the Commission determine the most creative and cost-effective ways to utilize this...

AT&T recently announced the corporation is in search of game-changing solutions to real world education challenges and is calling on innovative education technology startups from Florida to apply for the 2018 AT&T Aspire Accelerator.   Why Florida?  Because AT&T knows that some of the best and brightest ideas come from towns and cities in every...

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EARLY REGISTRATION DEADLINE APPROACHING! Distance and Continuing Education at the University of Florida will host the first annual Inspiring Women Leaders Conference (IWL) March 8-9, 2018 at the UF Hilton Conference Center. Conference registration is now open (http://reg.conferences.dce.ufl.edu/WLC/Register)  and includes engaging presentations, panel discussions interactive workshops and social networking opportunities. The early registration deadline ends...