2 - The Independent Florida Alligator

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Correction

Mar. 14, 2012

A photo caption in the Tuesday edition of the Alligator incorrectly identified a saxophone soloist as Grammy-winning trumpeter Wynton Marsalis.

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Joseph Kony takes over the Internet

By Colleen Wright | Mar. 14, 2012

I sure hope this isn’t you, because Joseph Kony has been king of the interwebs for a little over a week now.

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Food and drink specials for St. Patrick's Day in Gainesville

By Becca Goldring | Mar. 14, 2012

This Saturday, finding St. Patrick’s Day food and drinks in Gainesville will be much easier than plucking a four-leaf clover.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Iranian ‘threat’ to Israel is misrepresented

By Dave Schneider | Mar. 14, 2012

On Feb. 23, Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, held a press conference on Iran’s nuclear program.

Laidback Luke, or Lucas Cornelis van Scheppingen, will be in town on March 27.

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Laidback Luke brings Speak Up tour to Gainesville

By Diana Lopez | Mar. 14, 2012

Best known for his energy-filled remixes and performances, Laidback Luke will perform at the Vault Nightclub on March 27, showcasing his new Speak Up North American bus tour, featuring Wynter Gordon.

The family of Flaco’s made cooking good food a family tradition from Miami to Gainesville.

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Flaco’s brought Cuban food as a family affair to Gainesville

By Kiera Wright-Ruiz | Mar. 14, 2012

If it weren’t for the smell of slow-cooked pork, you might walk past it.

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MtvU Woodie Awards expand with festival status and new categories

By ERICA A. HERNANDEZ | Mar. 14, 2012

The 8th annual mtvU Woodie Awards will take over the South by Southwest (SXSW) music conference in Austin, Texas, today.

Visit the Civic Media Center on Sunday to listen to “Revolutions Per Minute,” the latest album from emma’s revolution.

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emma’s revolution brings folk music back to social protest

By Kendrick Brown | Mar. 14, 2012

Folk music became a generation’s voice of reason during one of the most politically charged eras in American history.

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Declaration of Independence backs people’s right to life

By Austin Swink | Mar. 14, 2012

The issues of taxpayer-funded abortions and the legality of abortion are being debated and discussed in this election year as they have been in past years.

Long-distance relationships can test the strength of any commitment, so it’s important to weigh out the pros and cons before getting involved in one.

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Long-distance relationships tough, but can be worth it

By Emily Culclasure | Mar. 14, 2012

Long-distance relationships don’t always work, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t worth a shot.

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Watch Theatre Strike Force perform 12 hours of improv

By Nicole La Hoz | Mar. 14, 2012

Before, there was caroling about the number 12. Today, there’s camping on the North Lawn for 12 hours.

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Correction

Mar. 14, 2012

The Monday edition of the Alligator incorrectly reported that Garrett Garner brought Totuit to Gainesville. Garner brought Totuit to the table to talk about advancing Gainesville economically.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS TENNIS

Undefeated Oyen rallies, UF women's tennis beats Duke

By ELI MARGER | Mar. 14, 2012

Sofie Oyen trudged off the court and tossed her racket on the ground in disgust. Frustration had gotten the better of the sophomore, and she trailed her match 6-2.

Former Florida midfielder Janine Hillier, who transferred to Stony Brook in the offseason, stands by herself during the Gators' 17-4 win over the Seawolves on Wednesday. Hillier was held scoreless.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS LACROSSE

Florida lacrosse overcomes slow start, dominates Stony Brook

By JOSH JURNOVOY< | Mar. 14, 2012

The Gators were forced to play at a slow pace for most of the first half on Wednesday.

Former UF professor Stephen Mulkey speaks about climate change in the Smathers Library East on Tuesday night.

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Speaker urges action against climate change

By Jenna Lyons | Mar. 13, 2012

About 100 people snacked on brownies Tuesday night as they listened to not-so-sweet predictions about the future of climate change.

Sarah Durling, 18, of California, passes out handouts for Survivors of the Abortion Holocaust on Turlington Plaza on Tuesday afternoon. The group, which is partnered with pro-life group Created Equal, is on a nationwide tour, displaying graphic posters of mutilated fetuses to spread abortion awareness. The UF Pro-Life Alliance also displayed posters on the Plaza of the Americas. All groups will display tomorrow as well.

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Anti-abortion group backs methods with First Amendment

By Kelsey Meany | Mar. 13, 2012

Roy Broderick screamed, “What the f--k?” as he passed through Turlington Plaza on Tuesday morning.

Former Florida baseball player Preston Tucker hits a three-run home run in a 9-2 win against Florida State on March 13, 2012. Tucker will join the Houston Astros on Thursday.

SPORTS | BASEBALL

Tucker home run sparks nine-run barrage, leads UF past rival Seminoles

Mar. 13, 2012

With one third-inning swing, Preston Tucker made things right again for the Gators.

Former Florida running back Chris Rainey said potential suitors in April’s NFL Draft have been asking him about his 2010 arrest.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Rainey draws praise at Pro Day; Brantley working on footwork

By TOM GREEN | Mar. 13, 2012

Chris Rainey isn’t concerned about his NFL Draft stock; he doesn’t “want to hear all of that bullcrap.”

Carl Bovard feeds 2-year-old Siberian tiger Sampson at Single Vision, a cat and endangered species educational facility in Melrose.

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Sanctuary owner hopes to educate on endangered species

By ELIZABETH BEHRMAN | Mar. 13, 2012

Every day at about 4 a.m., Carl Bovard is awakened by his 12 cats.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Driskel, Brissett entrenched in battle for starting QB spot

By GREG LUCA | Mar. 13, 2012

Not long after new offensive coordinator Brent Pease had been hired, Jeff Driskel and Jacoby Brissett were in his office, trying to get a copy of their new playbook.

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