Schools & Kids
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 · Taylor County
UCF Researcher Tests Probiotic Against Esophageal Cancer
A UCF researcher received $380,000 to study whether probiotics can prevent esophageal cancer in patients with chronic acid reflux.
Hope Rural School Plans Veteran's Day Celebration, Thanksgiving Turkey Drive
Hope Rural School honors veterans November 10 and launches an annual Thanksgiving turkey drive to help local families.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Georgia-Pacific Gives $26,000 to Taylor County Schools for STEAM Programs
Georgia-Pacific donated $26,000 to Taylor County Schools on March 7 to fund STEAM education, agricultural programs, and trade skill training.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
UF Eyes $500M Engineering Boom to Tackle Florida Tech Shortage
The University of Florida is pushing for $500 million in state funding to expand engineering facilities, aiming to supercharge STEM education amid Florida's booming tech sector. The proposal targets workforce gaps in high-demand fields like data science and advanced manufacturing. With Gainesville at the epicenter, UF's multibillion-dollar building spree could reshape the state's innovation landscape.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Florida Senate OKs Bill Capping Teacher Tenure at 4 Years
In a bold move to elevate classroom performance, the Florida Senate has passed legislation limiting teacher tenure to just four years while mandating merit-based evaluations. The measure, aimed at statewide public school gains, reignites a decade-old debate on accountability versus job security. Backed by GOP leaders, it heads to the House amid teacher union pushback.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026