The 2025-2026 Common App Essay Prompts Are Out! Attention rising high-school seniors! The 2025-2026 Common App Essay Prompts have been released. While the prompts haven’t changed since the 2024-2025 school year, there are some changes to the “Additional Information” section… read more
There’s nothing better than some celebration and special moments on your birthday. And getting freebies from your favorite brands is just one way to make your day full of fun (and let’s face it, tons of sweet treats). And whether… read more
Excitement is in the air as strawberry picking season approaches. Visit these local places with your loved ones for strawberry-picking fun! We will update this list with more information about local farms as information is acquired! Florida Strawberry Festival February… read more
On Wednesday, January 15, 2025, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) banned the use of Red Dye No. 3 (Red 3) in food and ingested drug products. According to the New York Times, its use in cosmetics and topical drugs… read more
Bath time with kids can sometimes come with difficulty and sour moods. Finding ways to make bath time fun can make all the difference, and many parents have turned to bubble baths to help children enjoy getting clean. January 8… read more
Whether you love it or hate it, there is no doubt that candy corn is a big part of the Halloween tradition. The tri-colored, corn-shaped candy is an icon of all things spooky – but it didn’t start that way.… read more
The 2024-2025 school year is here! So, here's what's happening in Alachua County public schools. Changes to Early Release Wednesday On July 16, Alachua County Public Schools (ACPS) announced that starting with the 2024-2025 school year, early release Wednesdays will… read more
Your child’s safety is always a top priority, so losing a child can be an extremely scary and overwhelming experience, especially because it is not uncommon for a child to go missing. According to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement,… read more
If you have ever or are currently agonizing over the perfect name for your baby, you’ve probably read endless lists. Naming a child can be such a special experience. Inspiration may come from family or religious backgrounds, uniqueness, tradition or… read more
Maybe you have a bunch of different cooking oils collecting dust in your pantry, or maybe you stick to just one since they’re all pretty much the same, right? Wrong! Different cooking oils have different strengths and weaknesses, making them… read more
