Carl Van Ness is “a walking UF encyclopedia” and the “Tom Brady of all archivists,” according to his colleagues. But the UF historian will retire in June, leaving behind an almost 40-year legacy … Read more“Preserving something for posterity”

These coffee shops fuel Gainesville. But which cafe supplies a blend above the rest? … Read moreCaffeine supreme

With their passive reputation, tortoises are loving, excitable pets, running up to visitors and wiggling happily at shell scratches. As more owners opt to adopt tortoises, they must overcome the greatest challenge of all – human ignorance … Read moreYour passive reptile

One mystery from 40 years ago captured the hearts of North Americas’ most dedicated treasure hunters and continues to do so today. Cyndi Hendry shows how unwavering the hunt’s followers are to solve the mystery … Read moreThe mystery is yours to unravel

The members of the Orange and Blue Pipe Band at UF believe a revolution is coming: one with blazing melodies and possible kilts. Mary Schneider and Megan Houser, who have been playing since high school, want to spark new campus traditions … Read morePipe dreams