Making a Pointe

Jacqueline Valdez, 41, teaches a vertical ballet class Monday at Elegant Body Pilates studio at 4003 NW 18th Place. Vertical ballet uses a vertical pole and focuses on conditioning, flexibility and posture.

Florida gators attack Jordan Basso (6) hugs teammate Frannie Hahn (16) after she scores a goal in a lacrosse game against Loyola Maryland in Gainesville, Fla., on Saturday, March 8, 2025.

Noah Lantor

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By Noah Lantor | 5:11pm

Florida gators attack Jordan Basso (6) hugs teammate Frannie Hahn (16) after she scores a goal in a lacrosse game against Loyola Maryland in Gainesville, Fla., on Saturday, March 8, 2025.

Gainesville Mayor Harvey Ward speaks at a vigil for victims of the April 17 Florida State University shooting on Wednesday, April 23, 2025.

Vivienne Serret

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By Vivienne Serret | Apr. 23

Gainesville Mayor Harvey Ward speaks at a vigil for victims of the April 17 Florida State University shooting on Wednesday, April 23, 2025.

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Apr. 23

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