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Gators rallied to secure a 1-1 draw with No. 25 Auburn last Thursday at Donald R.

Dizney Stadium. Freshman Courtney Hogan scored her first collegiate goal and helped set the tone ahead of their homestand with Georgia on Nov. 1.

UF College of Dentistry hosted its first high school outreach program where 20 students explored dentistry careers through practical tooth molding and lab tours.

The program aimed to build a future dental workforce for rural communities + underserved areas.

The 24th annual Fest kicks off today downtown and runs through Sunday, offering art, food and music for local fans.

Residents are invited to join this vibrant celebration.

The Florida Department of Health reported 57 locally acquired dengue cases last week, raising the state’s total to 425 across 11 counties.

Residents are advised to use bug spray and eliminate standing water (key steps to reduce mosquito bites) as the outbreak continues.

Over 400 judo athletes from 40 countries will compete at the Alachua County Sports and Events Center (4870 Celebration Pointe) from Oct.

28 to Nov. 1 in competitions including an Olympic qualifier and Panamerican Cups. A training camp led by Olympic medalist Israel Hernández is planned for Nov. 2-3.

Gainesville is inviting artists to submit proposals for an $80K privacy wall design at the new Fire Rescue Station #3, with submissions due Nov.

22 via Artwork Archive (managed by the city’s Parks, Recreational and Cultural Affairs Department).

Gainesville residents learned the EPA held an open house at the former Koppers site at 200 NW 23rd Ave on Wednesday to detail a cleanup plan that includes building a 5,300+ foot underground barrier.

The project will continue in phases through mid-2027 with additional work planned through 2030.

Florida's Gators began the season strong with a win over FAU and standout play by running back Jadan Baugh but fell to Missouri and South Carolina before rallying from a 14-point deficit to defeat Texas last Saturday—a win that snapped their losing streak and improved their record to 5-2.