Sunday, June 21, 2026 · The Gainesville Ledger

Vol. 1 · No. 51 · Sunday, June 21, 2026

Education

UF’s Next President Stalled as Board of Governors Delays Confirmation Vote

The Florida Board of Governors has postponed confirming Stuart Bell as University of Florida’s next president, leaving the institution one vote short of finalizing its leadership. Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has reportedly been working to secure Bell’s confirmation amid the delay. Policy experts and students have raised concerns about leadership turnover and a lack of transparency in the search process.

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Sources: The Independent Florida Alligator · The Gainesville Sun

Public Safety

Teen arrested for breaking into Alachua apartment gym, causing $60K in damage

A 17-year-old was arrested after allegedly breaking into the One 51 Apartments in Alachua and damaging a gym bathroom sink, which triggered flooding that spread to the clubhouse and basketball court. Police estimate the total damage at $60,000. An anonymous tip led to the arrest; the juvenile faces charges of burglary and criminal mischief.

Sources: WCJB TV20

Education

Alachua County School Board votes to reject Citizens Field stadium contract

The Alachua County School Board voted against a contract related to the purchase or use of Citizens Field stadium in Gainesville. The headline indicates the board had specific reasons for the rejection, though the full details are behind a paywall.

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Sources: The Gainesville Sun