Sen. Perry moves proposed Petty memorial to 34th St.
(10/31/17 6:44pm)
After immediate community pushback, Sen. Keith Perry amended his proposal to rename a Gainesville roadway after late singer Tom Petty.
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‘He radiated wherever he went’: A UF student honored
(10/30/17 12:00am)
Ian Burns was a tenor.
Speak out against unjust organizations
(10/29/17 6:24pm)
“If you see something, say something.” This slogan can apply to suspicious activity monitored by the Department of Homeland Security, but it should also apply to our everyday interactions.
Keep it local and support Gainesville businesses
(10/29/17 6:23pm)
Last week, I went to a show at High Dive featuring two Florida-native bands: The Hails and Surfer Blood. This was not my first High Dive show, nor will it be my last. Not only is it a blast to hear great live music, but it’s also awesome to give your love and support to local businesses, especially the art and culture hubs around Gainesville.
Library West to give out candy, prizes for Halloween
(10/29/17 6:11pm)
Students can trick or treat Tuesday for Halloween at Library West, no costume required.
Cuffing season is not for everyone, especially me
(10/24/17 5:33pm)
It’s like clockwork. Every year around this time, the pumpkin spice lattes come out, Hallmark movies start to play on television and the temperature in this majestic city drops into the high-sixties. And just as I start to put on my light jacket to protect me from the less-than-sweltering temperatures, my phone starts vibrating uncontrollably. I roll my eyes as I see text after text from guy after guy professing their love for me. They all want to be exclusive. Don’t get me wrong — it’s flattering. But more so, it’s exhausting.
The 7 best worldly, authentic restaurants in Gainesville
(10/24/17 5:32pm)
Life is too short to be a picky eater. By trying food from unfamiliar places, you gain a better understanding and appreciation for different customs around the world, leaving you more culturally aware, empathetic and satisfyingly full. Gainesville is a flavorful, diverse melting-pot composed of people from all over the world, and it’s only fitting to have our restaurants reflect that. All located within a 2-mile radius from UF, a variety of restaurants were handpicked where Gainesville residents can enjoy authentic worldly cuisine without having to trek far.
UF Fraternity Tau Epsilon Phi to bring Waka Flocka Flame
(10/24/17 5:25pm)
A popular American rapper will make his third Gainesville appearance in two years Thursday.
Zombie run benefits high school basketball team
(10/22/17 5:42pm)
Jessica Finkel and Michael Marder woke up Saturday prepared to be chased by zombies.
Column: Bragging after a loss? Another instance of the Gators’ laughable social media conduct
(10/19/17 1:56am)
I had a column published last week about Florida’s football players and their questionable social media profiles.
Emotions run high at SG Senate meeting
(10/18/17 12:00am)
In a chaotic and emotional Student Senate meeting Tuesday, 43 students signed up for public debate, asking senators to work toward canceling classes Thursday ahead of Richard Spencer’s speech and to increase funding for the Counseling & Wellness Center.
Annual Pride Festival to take place on Bo Diddley Plaza
(10/17/17 6:27pm)
With so much turmoil in our country over the last few months, the fact that hundreds of Gainesville residents will gather in a sea of rainbow to celebrate LGBTQ+ equality Saturday on Bo Diddley Community Plaza showcases the community’s efforts to combat hatred.
Kindness won’t make Thursday go away, but it won’t hurt either
(10/17/17 6:25pm)
Nobody wants to see their city at the end of a “pray for” hashtag. Nobody wants to see their home in a hurricane’s projected path. (Almost) nobody wants to see their university become a meeting point for a white supremacist and his supporters — but Thursday, UF will see exactly that.
Tabernacle of Hedonism hosts Richard Spencer exorcism
(10/17/17 6:19pm)
With a gray, beaded skull in his left hand, a percussion instrument made of fake goat toes in his right hand and mumbled versus of Tibetan throat singing, George “Fodder” O’Brien brought a mock exorcism of Richard Spencer to a chilling end Monday night.
Civic Media Center to celebrate its 24th anniversary
(10/15/17 6:32pm)
A local activist organization and alternative library will celebrate 24 years of operation Friday.
Yoga studio hosts Harry Potter-themed yoga class
(10/15/17 6:25pm)
At the start of Saturday’s yoga class, the instructor, Maggie Rucker, gave participants a yoga mat — and a wand.
Column: Negligent UF football staff appears unaware of players' social media accounts
(10/12/17 3:15am)
According to the University Athletic Association’s staff directory, coach Jim McElwain has over 30 employees working for him to help oversee Florida’s football program.
Gainesville doctor cusses out patient
(10/11/17 12:06am)
This video of a Gainesville doctor yelling at a patient at Gainesville After Hours Clinic on Monday has gone viral on Facebook, with over 186,000 views and 80 comments as of press time. Jessica Stipe, 38, posted the interaction she had with Dr. Peter Gallogly from a recording her daughter took in the waiting room. Stipe made a 6:30 p.m. appointment at the clinic after experiencing a day of severe pain and vomiting, which she believed were symptoms of pneumonia, she said.
Don’t commit to an animal you can’t keep just to rehome it upon graduation
(10/10/17 6:39pm)
In a few months Facebook groups will be jam-packed with seniors saying they need to rehome their pets. It’s about time we have a discussion about how this is one of the worst things you can do to an animal.
Gainesville doctor cusses out patient
(10/10/17 6:35pm)
This article has been updated to reflect a statement released by Dr. Peter Gallogly on Wednesday.
