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Thursday, November 06, 2025

Be The Light: UF students hold candlelight vigil following Nepal earthquake

In the wake of a 7.9 magnitude earthquake in Nepal that has killed more than 7,000 people and wounded at least another 14,000 on April 25, a group of UF students held a candlelight vigil on Turlington Plaza Monday.

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Gainesville's first Great Pumpkin Bash attracted about 200 visitors of all ages on Oct. 11. Families walked around the plaza, pushing strollers and walking dogs. Vendors sold food, drinks and clothes, while tablers offered information about their organizations. The inaugural fall festival also featured face painting, a scavenger hunt and musical chairs with polka renditions of pop songs.

The First Annual Great Pumpkin Bash

Gainesville's first Great Pumpkin Bash attracted about 200 visitors of all ages on Oct. 11. Families walked around the plaza, pushing strollers and walking dogs. Vendors sold food, drinks and clothes, while tablers offered information about their organizations. The inaugural fall festival also featured face painting, a scavenger hunt and musical chairs with polka renditions of pop songs.


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