2 - The Independent Florida Alligator

OPINION | EDITORIALS

New ‘positive’ Scott ad hypocritical and misleading

Oct. 8, 2014

The Florida governor’s race has seen some strange ads this election season. In particular, the recent ad from the College Republican National Committee that compared incumbent Gov. Rick Scott and challenger Charlie Crist to wedding dresses set a new standard for bizarre political advertising. Scott’s “Flippin’ Amazing!” attack ad against Crist also made waves for its strange — albeit amusing — brand of humor.

METRO

Pledge 5 rewards volunteers

By Veronica Lopresti Mingrone | Oct. 8, 2014

A local nonprofit’s new program will allow volunteers to turn service credit into a car.

THE AVENUE | LIFESTYLE

Halloween at Universal: From witches, wizards and goblins to terrorizing zombies and Michael Myers

By Emily Cardinali | Oct. 8, 2014

Diagon Alley

METRO

No new meningitis cases after UF student hospitalization

By Alexia Fernandez | Oct. 8, 2014

A week after UF sent out a mass email to the Student Body, no new information is available on the student hospitalized with meningococcal disease.

OPINION | COLUMNS

‘Twin Peaks’ return bound to disappoint

Oct. 8, 2014

Last Friday, director David Lynch sent out a rather interesting tweet: “Dear Twitter Friends: That gum you like is going to come back in style!”

Redshirt sophomore defensive end Bryan Cox Jr. helps tackle a Tennessee player during Florida's 10-9 victory against Tennessee on Saturday at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Notebook: Florida defense showed promise at Tennessee

By RICHARD JOHNSON | Oct. 8, 2014

Coming off of an embarrassing performance at the hands of the Crimson Tide the Gators needed an outstanding defensive performance, and they got one all around.

Simone Antwi (16) hits the ball over the net for a kill attempt during Florida's 3-0 win against Ole Miss in the O'Connell Center.

SPORTS | VOLLEYBALL

Antwi embracing leadership role among middle blockers

By IAN COHEN | Oct. 8, 2014

By now, Florida’s volleyball team is tired of hearing about Chloe Mann.

Jeff Driskel scrambles during Florida's 10-9 win against Tennessee.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Driskel to start at quarterback, backup to be determined

By JORDAN MCPHERSON | Oct. 8, 2014

With quarterback Treon Harris indefinitely suspended from team activities while he is investigated for alleged sexual battery, Jeff Driskel will be Florida’s starter on Saturday when UF (3-1, 2-1 Southeastern Conference) plays host to LSU (4-2, 0-2 SEC) at 7:30 p.m.

NEWS | CAMPUS

18th annual TailGATOR event this Saturday

By Chloe Stradinger | Oct. 7, 2014

The rivalry football game against Louisiana State University on Saturday might not be the scariest part of gameday for some Gator fans.

NEWS | CAMPUS

UF scholars to host discussion on Ebola virus in Pugh Hall today

By Ashleigh Hicks | Oct. 7, 2014

UF scholars will come together at Pugh Hall to address Ebola virus concerns today.

METRO

Pride History Week asks students to reflect on LGBT history

By Gabriella Nunez | Oct. 7, 2014

The Pride Student Union is asking UF students to peer through the looking glass to learn more about the LGBT community’s Pride History Week.

NEWS | CAMPUS UF ADMINISTRATION

Next UF prez may be picked by next week

By Alyssa Fisher | Oct. 7, 2014

After five months of searching, UF hopes to announce its 12th president Oct. 15.

Actor and activist George Takei speaks at the University Auditorium on Tuesday night as part of the Accent Speaker’s Bureau series.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Trekkie Takei talks democracy, LGBT

By Alyssa Fisher | Oct. 7, 2014

George Takei stepped onto the University Auditorium stage Tuesday evening to thunderous applause.

METRO

Hawthorne will extend 16-mile bike trail, add bike lanes

By Kelsie Ozanne | Oct. 7, 2014

While Gainesville is used to the hectic swarm of students and residents, the City of Hawthorne is more acquainted with the sound of nature and the sight of familiar faces.

OPINION | COLUMNS

Fla. Amendment 2 medical marijuana regulations, restrictions just don’t cut it

Oct. 7, 2014

Election Day is quickly approaching. On Nov. 4, Florida voters will decide whether to enact Amendment 2: The Florida Right to Medical Marijuana Initiative.

NEWS | SFC

Church hopes to send million copies of Bible to Cuba

By Hunter Williamson | Oct. 7, 2014

Through a project known as “Cuba: Million Bible Mission,” The Rock of Gainesville Church is trying to raise more than $5 million to send a million Bibles to Cuba.

NEWS | CAMPUS

UF starts up the first Student Tech Fair: Friday outside Marston

By Alexia Fernandez | Oct. 7, 2014

Students can take a break from their classes Friday and jump into a tech playground in front of the Marston Science Library.

OPINION | COLUMNS

Scott, Crist: not leadership Fla. needs

Oct. 7, 2014

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METRO

New One Love Cafe to bring wide variety to Beer Fest in Gainesville

By Megan Stennes | Oct. 7, 2014

In a small building toward the back of Magnolia Parke, a new restaurant has something brewing.

The fireworks finale over Ben Hill Griffin Stadium marks the end of the 90th annual Gator Growl during UF Homecoming Friday evening. The Fray, Sister Hazel and the UF Fightin’ Gator Marching Band performed for students, alumni and guests.

NEWS

For your entertainment: Gator Growl preview

By Christopher Kennedy | Oct. 7, 2014

It’s just about that time again! Gator Growl, the main event of our Homecoming weekend is just a week away! The “Limitless” theme behind this year’s show is no understatement because Ludacris and Foster the People are billed to hit Flavet Field next Friday. Here’s a preview of what to expect from these two world class acts:

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