WUFT-TV (Gainesville, FL)

WUFT-TV began broadcasting on November 10, 1958, with the goal of delivering educational content to the University of Florida and surrounding schools. During the late 1950s and early 1960s, the station focused primarily on instructional programs. Over the years, WUFT has grown to include PBS shows, local productions, and a celebrated weekday newscast created and presented by students.

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English

Television

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#264286

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#57353

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FSU holds vigil to honor shooting victims

5 days ago | wuft.org | Sydney Johnson
Keeping cool in the animal kingdom

1 week ago | wuft.org | Alissa Gary

As the Earth gets hotter, humans aren't the only ones worrying about staying cool. From the 100-degree summers of sub-Saharan Africa to the sticky humidity of South Florida, animals have learned to live in the most extreme heat. They have evolved cooling methods that effectively rival air conditioners. Except, they don't consume enormous sums of energy. In the evolutionary Olympics, humans are at an inherent disadvantage when it comes to regulating temperature.
'Gator boys' receive a warm welcome in Gainesville after winning national championship

2 weeks ago | wuft.org | Fiona Smith

The Gators men's basketball team returned on Tuesday to Gainesville where a rally awaited them after Monday night's triumphant victory (65-63) against the University of Houston in the NCAA championship game. Flavet Field on the University of Florida campus became a sea of orange and blue as approximately 8,500 students, alumni and Gainesville residents came out to welcome the Gator boys back home.
A traffic light is coming to a problematic Alachua County intersection in fall 2025

1 month ago | wuft.org | Brooke Park

Michael Connors was in the passenger seat one morning earlier this year with his wife driving their normal, everyday path in southwest Alachua County when a vehicle pulled out in front of their car. It nearly broadsided them, as Connors' wife Claudette swerved, avoiding a potential collision. The Connors were driving south on Southwest 122nd Street, also known as Parker Road, in the left turn lane to travel east onto Southwest 24th Avenue.
Cedar Key residents frustrated as post office remains unrepaired six months after storm

1 month ago | wuft.org | Mikayla Johnson

A temporary post office solution has stretched into a six-month inconvenience for Cedar Key. Residents have been relying on a mobile mail truck since Hurricane Debby flooded the post office in August. Residents initially welcomed the solution with understanding, but frustration has grown as months pass with no progress on restoring the building. The building sits in a flood-prone area, according to Federal Emergency Management Agency flood zone maps.
Ocala considers EMS impact fees amid population growth

1 month ago | wuft.org | Marta Rodriguez

The Marion County Board of Commissioners met with the Ocala City Council in a public workshop on Thursday to discuss implementing emergency medical services impact fees on new developments within the city. The presentation, led by Fire Chief James Banta and Deputy Chief of Operations Robert Graff, broke down the financial needs of Marion County Fire Rescue based on the newly updated Fire Rescue & EMS Impact Fee study.
Gainesville Dance Academy works to bring Irish culture to life for St. Patrick's Day

1 month ago | wuft.org | Fiona Smith

Adrienne Strong wants to show her 2-year-old son how to take on new challenges. Dawn Dukes is getting to share the stage with her 8-year-old daughter. And Hayley Platt, a professional entertainer who has worked at Disneyland Paris and Universal, just wants to continue doing what she loves most. Their motivations differ, but the dancers at Gainesville Dance Academy are united by a common thread: their newfound love for dance and the opportunity to share their talents on St. Patrick's Day.
Gainesville bird walks inspire a deeper connection with birds and nature

1 month ago | wuft.org | Mikayla Johnson

On Sunday morning, a group of people walked carefully along a trail, eyes scanning the trees for signs of life. Leading them was Danielle Zukowski, a bird photographer whose love for the animals began with a single bird feeder at a lighthouse in Michigan. Zukowksi has turned her love for birds into a mission with the Alachua Audubon Society, an organization dedicated to promoting appreciation and protection of birds and other native wildlife. "What draws me to it is the mindfulness," Zukowski said.
Coffee price hikes are brewing

1 month ago | wuft.org | Sydney Johnson

Waiting patiently for her Opus coffee order, Julianne LoFurno, 21, said caffeinated confections are a part of her daily routine. She said her daily caffeine fix, dating back to her time in high school, is a combination of necessity and comfort. "I have maybe two to three cups every day," LoFurno saidBut the price of coffee globally is at an all-time high and is expected to keep rising.
Cedar Key welcomes visitors after strong recovery

1 month ago | wuft.org | Marta Rodriguez

Months after Hurricane Helene and a devastating fire on Dock Street left their mark, Cedar Key is busy again with repairs and preparations for the bustling spring season ahead. Construction crews work along storefronts and houses as the sound of crashing waves fills the air. "We're in the process of healing, but we are functioning," said Cedar Key Mayor Sue Colson. Business owners around the island are working to reopen in time for peak tourism season.