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Five things you need to know Thursday, June 23

William Zettler, author of “The Biohistory of Alachua County,” discusses the future of Florida citrus at 6 p.m. at the Matheson.

 

Adam's Rib, First Magnitude team up to help Boys & Girls Club with rib-eating contest

“It's a little bit painful right now," said the winner, Kevin Talbot.

 

After superintendent's resignation, board uncertain of future

Karen Clarke, assistant superintendent of curriculum and instructional services, was appointed acting superintendent Tuesday.

 

Teachers' camp has lofty goal: To save humanity

The theme of the NASA STEM Boot Camp at Mount Carmel Baptist Church was finding ways to teach youngsters how to use science to lead the way to the cosmos.

 

School Board does away with student uniforms

The school system's 27,000 students had worn school uniforms since August 2010, with solid-colored, collared shirts and plain jeans the rule.

 

Market pushing buyers into pricier homes

Sellers received a median of 97.5 percent of their original list price compared to 96.6 percent a year ago.

 

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