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‘This will make Florida a worse place to live’: Local leaders weigh in on proposed property tax amendment

By Olivia Lofaso | Aug. 3

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UF ranked No. 1 best-value public university

By Hailey Kon | Aug. 3

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Breaking down Florida softball’s 2027 roster

By Zach Moore | Aug. 3

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Want to be a part of The Alligator? Join our Fall 2026 staff!

By Alligator Staff report | Aug. 3

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Mother-daughter duo provides free hot meals to the Gainesville community

By Sam Rislin | Aug. 1

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