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METRO

"Juicy" gossip site closes virtual doors today

By THOMAS STEWART | Feb. 4, 2009

The tumbling economy has claimed another victim: gossip.

SPORTS | SFC

SFC women's basketball team breaks century mark in win against Seminole Community College

By KELSIE HOECHERL | Feb. 4, 2009

Undefeated in the Mid-Florida Conference, the Santa Fe College women's basketball team continued its winning streak against Seminole Community College Wednesday night.

METRO

Man found dead in movie theater parking lot

By Nicole Safker | Feb. 4, 2009

A man was found dead in his car in the parking lot of a Gainesville movie theater Wednesday evening.

OPINION | COLUMNS

Public schools inefficient, bureaucratic

By JONATHAN LOTT | Feb. 4, 2009

On Monday, Michelle Obama officially began exercising her power as first lady. Making the rounds, she toured federal agencies to praise them and make them feel like they, despite being government bureaucrats, are doing legitimate work.

THE AVENUE | MOVIES AND TV

Demetri Martin explains "Important Things" in life

By DAN SECO | Feb. 4, 2009

For many, the opportunity to study at NYU's School of Law on full scholarship epitomizes the term "no-brainer."

OPINION | EDITORIALS

Juicy Campus shut down in wake of economy

By The Alligator Editorial Board | Feb. 4, 2009

For Matt Ivester, the "juice" just wasn't worth the squeeze.

NEWS | CAMPUS

NPR commentator discusses Obama's racial identity

By CAROLYN TILLO | Feb. 4, 2009

National Public Radio weekly commentator and author Diane Roberts spoke about America's obsession with President Barack Obama's racial identity Wednesday night. About 100 people attended the lecture, entitled "The Blackness of Barack Obama," filled with sarcasm and historical anecdotes in Pugh Hall.

THE AVENUE | ART AND THEATER

Art benefit rocks local venue

By LEE ZIESCHE | Feb. 4, 2009

It is not every day that you find Pepé Le Pew, Abraham Lincoln, and the Virgin Mary hanging on the same wall, but they all found a home at the Wayward Council Art Benefit Show Friday night.

NEWS | CAMPUS STUDENT GOVERNMENT

Parties submit lists of candidates for senate seats

By CHELSEA KEENAN | Feb. 4, 2009

Three political parties have submitted a list of candidates for 50 available Senate seats in the upcoming Student Government elections.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

DT Brown's commitment influenced by many

Feb. 4, 2009

GREENSBORO - They say it takes a village to raise a child. For Gary Brown, it took that much to pick a school.

AP | SPORTS

James follows Bryant's MSG performance with 50 points and triple-double

Feb. 4, 2009

THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

METRO

Florida students score lower than national averages

By EMILY FUGGETTA | Feb. 4, 2009

Florida's school system was ranked No. 36 in the nation in the American Legislative Exchange Council's 15th annual Report Card on American Education, released Tuesday.

OPINION | COLUMNS

Dying young preserves musical fame, keeps star from falling

By ALLIE CONTI | Feb. 4, 2009

Don't you wish The Beatles could still make music?

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Loeffler and White bring fresh outlook to UF

Feb. 4, 2009

One of the biggest challenges facing the 2009 UF football team will be staying hungry and humble despite two national titles in three years, and the Gators' two newest coaches should be a big help in that department.

THE AVENUE | MOVIES AND TV

'Wrestler' shows inside look at life in the ring

By JACK BENGE | Feb. 4, 2009

By Jack Benge

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Power RB Richardson honors Verbal commitment and signs with Alabama

Feb. 4, 2009

PENSACOLA - Trent Richardson tried to keep his decision secret until the last minute, but his brothers tipped his hand by revealing a houndstooth hat.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS TENNIS