Good morning, Gainesville.

Community groups will host the Empowerment Saturday GOTV Early Voting Event on Saturday, Aug.

15 from 1-6 p.m. in downtown Gainesville (at 515 N. Main St) to offer free food, live music, family entertainment and candidate appearances ahead of the Aug. 18 Primary Election.

Netflix acquired One Last Order — a documentary covering Mac’s Drive-Thru veteran Sighle Williams’ final shift after 37 years — directed by Gainesville native Lauren DeFilippo and Sam Soko; the film’s streaming availability is pending.

A new guide helps incoming UF students navigate without a car by outlining cost-effective options like purchasing electric scooters from Campus Scooters, renting bikes through Gator Gears, and using fare-free bus rides + planning for required campus permits to ease parking challenges.

At UF, international students face challenges as they learn new ways of living and studying, from careful grocery shopping to designing flexible class schedules.

They join clubs (like language tables) to build community and adjust to campus life.

UF dorm move-in is set for Aug.

15-16, and recent students like Jack Mondel advise new residents to explore campus, make connections, and break routines to thrive in dorm life. Experts add that exercise and balanced nutrition help ease stress (tips for living together).

During alligator hatchling season, residents are advised to keep a safe distance from any alligator seen near yards or pools.

They should call the FWC's free Nuisance Alligator Hotline at 866-FWC-GATOR for safe removal.

UF’s campus guide highlights several food spots such as The Paper Bag (serving deli-style sandwiches near the Hub), Blenz with acai bowls by Century Tower, and eateries in the Reitz Union and Southwest Recreation Center, where students enjoy convenient payment options for their meals.

Animal lovers and students can interact with pets through programs at the Humane Society and Critter Creek Farm Sanctuary.

Critter Creek will host monthly moo-kets on Aug. 23 (12 p.m. to 4 p.m.) while Mill Creek Farm’s Retirement Home for Horses welcomes visitors on Saturdays with trails and volunteer tasks.

Gators fans face parking challenges starting Sept.

5 as the annual scramble returns at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Students and locals are using new methods—like a reservation app—to secure spots ahead of football games.