





Lauren Whiddon is a UF journalism senior and the multimedia editor. When she's not writing she is updating her Letterboxd account or reading classic literature.
Diego Perdomo is a senior journalism major and the Summer 2024 Digital Managing Editor. He previously worked as the data reporter, design editor and a graphic designer. Outside of his studies, he likes to read comic books, bike and wonder how life would be outside of a car-dependent society.

Adriel Bolocon is a first-year media production major and a photographer for The Alligator. Adriel is passionate about music, film, and pop culture. He is also probably the biggest Spider-Man fan in the city.
The First Annual Great Pumpkin Bash
Oct. 12Gainesville'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.
Florida Gators vs. Texas A&M Aggies
Oct. 12The Florida Gators lost to the Texas A&M Aggies at Kyle Field in College Station, Texas, on Oct. 11.