In a world of weak ties, hold on to your core friends
(01/31/18 12:37am)
In today’s ultra-connected world, a friend is no longer just a friend.
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I am skeptical of Facebook’s algorithm changes
(01/31/18 12:24am)
A couple of weeks ago, Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg announced that Facebook will change their focus and algorithms. According to a Facebook post, Zuckerberg has tasked his employees to care less about “helping you find relevant content,” and more about “helping you have more meaningful social interactions.” Consequently, your news feed will soon show you less global content and more local content, less CNN and Nike and more from your friends and family. Zuckerberg understands this change as an overdue revival of sorts; a return to what Facebook originally purported to do. He wrote in his post, “We built Facebook to help people stay connected and bring us closer together with the people that matter to us. That's why we've always put friends and family at the core of the experience.”
Motorcyclist dies after crash on Southwest 13th Street
(01/30/18 10:45pm)
A motorcycle and a sedan crashed on Southwest 13th Street Tuesday night, and the motorcyclist died at the hospital from injuries.
Where to spend your Super Bowl Sunday in Gainesville
(01/30/18 8:51pm)
Super Bowl Sunday is finally here, and Gainesville is getting ready to celebrate. Whether you’re a fan of the New England Patriots or the Philadelphia Eagles or just watching for the commercials and beer, there are plenty of places around Gainesville to go to root for your favorite team. Find some of the best spots below.
Challenge Party announces executive ticket
(01/29/18 7:16pm)
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
New SG party to be formed, campaign manager says
(01/26/18 9:00am)
Update 1:45 p.m. Friday: This story has been updated to include Challenge Party's video announcement.
Darts & Laurels: Jan. 26, 2018
(01/26/18 1:51am)
It’s the third week of Spring semester. The poor decisions you made during syllabus week have finally caught up to you and you’re now coming to terms with the fact that your classes are going to require a lot more effort than you initially anticipated.
Inspire Party announces executive ticket
(01/26/18 1:34am)
SG Senator Ben Lima announced Inspire Party’s executive ticket Thursday afternoon by sending an email to The Alligator and through Facebook.
Impact Party announces executive ticket
(01/25/18 1:43pm)
Impact Party announced their executive ticket Thursday morning through Facebook.
City leaders highlight triumphs and trials in State of the City Address
(01/24/18 10:18pm)
City officials hope to create a more equal Gainesville in 2018.
Student Government reached a decision on funding of menstrual products
(01/24/18 1:25am)
More than a dozen students showed up at Tuesday’s senate meeting to speak against Student Government’s initial decision to deny funding for free menstrual products on campus.
Yoho, Yoho: More than 50 plan themed-protest against congressman
(01/23/18 9:51pm)
Despite receiving a cease and desist letter Jan. 17, organizers still plan to hold a pirate-themed protest Friday afternoon against Congressman Ted Yoho’s campaign contributors.
After SG committee decision, UF students organize protest and free menstrual products
(01/21/18 10:59pm)
After a Student Government committee rejected a proposal to provide free menstrual products to students, some took to Facebook to organize protests and temporary alternatives to the proposal.
What can you create in a 36-hour hackathon? Here’s what students built.
(01/21/18 10:41pm)
To the tapping of keyboards, Sneha Patel fell asleep under a table in the basement of Marston Science Library Friday night.
Encouraging children to explore art, music and poetry
(01/21/18 10:38pm)
Does anyone else remember those little “karate belts” we tied to the ends of our recorders in music class? Perhaps a tiny white ribbon for a successful rendition of “Hot Cross Buns,” or a bead hung on a black string for the advanced version of “Ode to Joy?”
Facebook is removing news stories from your feed. Here's how to keep seeing The Alligator.
(01/17/18 1:00am)
Facebook is removing news stories from your news feed, making it harder to keep up with everything that’s happening at UF and in Gainesville. But you can still make sure you see The Alligator with just a few clicks:
First Magnitude Springs Run to expand into Springs Fest. Here’s what to expect if you go.
(01/16/18 9:07pm)
For the first time ever, First Magnitude Brewing Company’s popular 7.2K Springs Run, which raises money for springs protection Saturday, will be followed by Springs Fest, a fun day full of activities. After breaking a sweat for water preservation, Gainesville residents will be able to relax, enjoy some art, have a beer and listen to live music.
We are trapped in comment culture
(01/16/18 7:52pm)
Why do you comment?
Five drivers arrested at a police checkpoint this weekend
(01/15/18 2:08pm)
At least five people were arrested at a DUI checkpoint on West University Avenue near Westgate Regency Shopping Center on Saturday evening and early Sunday morning.
At Gainesville City Hall, group protests public funds being used to support fossil fuels
(01/12/18 12:47am)
About 20 people stood for about two hours in the Gainesville City Hall building on Thursday for the opportunity to stand up for what they believe.
