Traffic jams and yellow buses marked the start of a new school year in Alachua County, but the real spotlight was on the students. At Kimbell Wiles Elementary, families lined up before sunrise, backpacks and school supplies in hand, ready for a fresh start. Over at Kanapaha Middle, students got the celebrity treatment—literally—with a red carpet welcome, complete with cheers from the superintendent and local law enforcement. It’s clear: in Gainesville, our kids are the stars. How do you feel about schools making the first day extra special? What’s your favorite back-to-school memory? #Entertainment #Gainesville #BackToSchool