METRO
High school students concerned about elimination of early decision program
By DEBORAH SWERDLOW | Oct. 31, 2007Donavaun Horne is 17, but he knows more about his future than most 40-year-olds.
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THE AVENUE
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MOVIES AND TV
Wes Anderson's latest coming-of-age movie shows his growth, too
By AARON SWAN | Oct. 31, 2007Judging from his films, the coming-of-age story seems to be Wes Anderson's favorite genre. At the end of every one of his films, at least one of the protagonists has arrived at some enlightened state of maturity, and this nirvana is usually acknowledged by a sentimental slow-motion shot accompanied by heartfelt music.
SPORTS
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VOLLEYBALL
Gators spook Gamecocks on Halloween
Oct. 31, 2007The corny, Halloween-themed jokes are easy to make.
METRO
Jewelry stolen from mall store
By APRIL DUDASH | Oct. 30, 2007Gainesville Police Department officers charged two women Tuesday morning with stealing nearly ,10,000 worth of jewelry at The Oaks Mall from CJ Jewelers.
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FOOTBALL
Injury-ridden defensive line looks to freshmen for help
Oct. 30, 2007When it comes to UF's young defensive linemen, it's better to let them explain what practice has been like recently.
SPORTS
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COLUMNS
Young defense has still yet to grow up
Oct. 30, 2007Everyone knew the Gators would have trouble filling the hole at free safety left by Reggie Nelson.
METRO
City Commission approves development plan
By KORI FREDERICK | Oct. 30, 2007The Gainesville City Commission voted to approve the long-debated Hatchet Creek Development in East Gainesville late Monday night.
OPINION
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Meyer not responsible for others' reactions
By Ondi Crino | Oct. 30, 2007I am writing to express my dissenting opinions from those expressed in Tuesday's editorial, "Over and Out." I am disappointed that it repeatedly blamed Andrew Meyer for all of the reactions to the Tasering incident. Yes, Meyer is responsible for actions at the Sen. John Kerry forum. However, he is not responsible for how UF administrators, students and the world responded to his actions. It is not his fault that the Kevorkian speech got moved to next semester. This is the responsibility of the community of which we are all a part. By attending this university, we are agreeing to support its policies.
NEWS
Workin' for the Weekend
Oct. 30, 2007(Andrew Stanfill / Alligator Staff) Student employees of the O'Connell Center move a rack of stage lights onto the stage for Gator Growl in the north end zone of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on Tuesday. The event will feature comedian Frank Caliendo and Lynyrd Skynyrd on Friday night. Andrew Stanfill
SPORTS
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WOMEN'S BASKETBALL
Madu, Simpson share some Tennessee roots
Oct. 30, 2007UF freshmen Ndidi Madu and Kerri Simpson's history as teammates started long before they came to Gainesville.
NEWS
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CAMPUS
Meyer video, calls released
By KIM WILMATH | Oct. 30, 2007On the day he was Tasered, Andrew Meyer told his mother he was happy because his arrest would bring important issues to light.
NEWS
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CAMPUS
Group holds auction for families of children with cancer
By EVA MAE SMITH | Oct. 30, 2007Two families of children receiving cancer treatment at Shands at UF will soon receive a helping hand.
NEWS
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CAMPUS
Library will stay open late
By ILEANA MORALES | Oct. 30, 2007Judith Russell, dean of UF's libraries, said Library West's hours will be extended during final exams at the Student Senate meeting Tuesday night.
SPORTS
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FOOTBALL
Center Pouncey practices with depleted defensive line
Oct. 30, 2007UF offensive lineman Mike Pouncey practiced with the defensive line Tuesday, Gators coach Urban Meyer said.
SPORTS
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VOLLEYBALL
Gators look to continue lucky streak on Halloween
Oct. 30, 2007Tonight, in a rare midweek match, UF plays a South Carolina team (11-12, 4-10 Southeastern Conference) that should be frightened to face the No. 10 Gators (20-1, SEC 13-1).
OPINION
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EDITORIALS
Happy Halloween: We put local celebs into the perfect costumes
By the Editorial Board | Oct. 30, 2007No, there's not a Victoria's Secret show downtown tonight. It's Halloween, arguably college students' favorite holiday. Drink specials abound, costume contests bring out the best - or worst - in everyone, and of course, our favorite part: half-off candy tomorrow.
OPINION
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
GPS plans will make students' bus rides better
By Kim Cruts | Oct. 30, 2007Student Government was pleased to note on Monday that the Alligator is anticipating the global positioning system improvements for Regional Transit System just as much as we are. However, with such a focus on the timeline and cost of implementing GPS on RTS, students still don't know how much they will benefit from these improvements. SG is sure this is a huge step for a system that students interact with on such a regular basis, and will help all Gainesville residents better control their travel and their time.
