Mental health is no laughing matter. Well, maybe it is. For years, the age-old expression telling us that laughter is the best medicine has been circulating. Whether it’s being said by a mother comforting her child or someone saying it… read more
Sarah Sepe
Heart Health for Women
February is American Heart Month! A study done in 2020 by the American Heart Association (AHA) found that women are found to be at a higher risk for heart failure and heart attack death than men. Why is this? Let's… read more
5 Ways to Take the Fear out of Losing Teeth
I remember my first wiggly tooth. For days, I feared the inevitable day my mom would yank it from my mouth. Butterflies constantly fluttered in my stomach: every bite, every sip, every tooth-brushing session. Losing teeth was nerve-wracking. However, there… read more
Alachua County Public Schools 2022-23 School Calendar
The School Board approved the 2022-23 Alachua County Public School (ACPS) calendar on Feb. 15. The calendar indicates that ACPS Spring Break aligns with that of the University of Florida (UF). The Spring Breaks are planned to begin on March… read more
Simple After-School Snacks
The period after school is a tricky one when it comes to feeding your kids. It’s probably around 3 p.m. when you get home, and the first thing that comes out of their mouths is, “I’m hungry.” It’s tricky because… read more
Best Mother’s Day Gifts
Moms: what would we do without them? They spend countless hours cooking, cleaning, working, and all around just being selfless for their families. However, one day a year (though, it should be every day) they get to sit back, relax… read more
Family Game Night
Picture this: It’s Saturday night, you’ve had a day of relaxation and family time and you don’t want the fun to stop! You open your game closet, and there lie the same three games you’ve had for an eternity. One… read more
Easy Breakfasts the Whole Family Can Enjoy!
It’s hard to get a healthy breakfast in when you’re trying to get your children to school on time. Growing up with two younger sisters, my mom always was running around the house in the morning. Whether she was scrambling… read more
39 Alachua County Students Make Finals of National Merit Scholarship
It’s a proud time to be a citizen of Alachua County. The National Merit Scholarship program has recognized 39 Alachua County Public School students as finalists in the prestigious program. The number of finalists is the second highest in Alachua… read more
GHS Student Scores Top 15 Spot in Climate Change Competition
Gainesville High School (GHS) student David Cagle placed among the top 15 in a climate change competition on October 23, 2021. Cagle, a junior at GHS, and his out-of-state partner Jackson Parrott, worked together virtually to compete in the tournament-style… read more
