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Harry Jones, a 61-year-old formerly incarcerated Alachua County resident, registers to vote Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2019, at the Alachua County Supervisor of Elections office. Jones, who has been out of prison for 13 years, had his right to vote restored after Amendment 4 passed in the 2018 midterm election. Tuesday was the first day Amendment 4 was put into effect. About 50 people registered to vote in Alachua County, said TJ Pyche, the elections office spokesperson.

METRO

Voting rights restored for felons in Alachua County

By Karina Elwood | Jan. 8, 2019

About 50 people registered to vote at the Alachua County Elections office.

Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal is averaging 27 points per game with 5.8 rebounds per game and 5.8 assists per game since John Wall went down with a heel injury on Dec. 26.

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

Gators in the NBA: Jersey swaps, retirements and breakups

By Victor Prieto | Jan. 8, 2019

It was an exciting week for former Gators in the NBA with many holding multiple headlines throughout.

SPORTS | COLUMNS

Clemson and Alabama have collectively ruined college football

By Mark Stine | Jan. 8, 2019

The original premise of this article was going to be “Why Nick Saban ruined college football,” because, full disclosure, I expected Alabama to win Monday night.

Gators guard Kiara Smith led the team in scoring during UF's 64-56 loss to Auburn on Sunday. She scored 15 points against the Tigers and went 3-of-6 from beyond the arc.

SPORTS | WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

Where can UF turn when its leading scorers are playing inconsistently?

By Sam Campisano Sports Writer | Jan. 8, 2019

Sunday’s 64-56 loss at the hands of Auburn raises an interesting question about the Florida Gators women’s basketball team: Who can the team turn to when its two leading scorers, Funda Nakkasoglu and Delicia Washington, aren’t at the top of their games?

Florida is coming off a last second loss to South Carolina on Saturday where it lead for the majority of the game. "Sometimes you feel like ... you feel like you're dragging these guys a little bit," White said.

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

White demanding more toughness as Gators travel to Arkansas

By Alanis Thames | Jan. 8, 2019

No one was more disappointed in Florida’s recent loss to South Carolina than coach Mike White.

THE AVENUE | FASHION

Florida Vintage Market

By Vanessa Blankenship | Jan. 8, 2019

New Vintage Market makes its Gainesville debut at The High Dive this Saturday

“Yappie,” a series about young Asian professionals and their exploration of social and racial issues, will be screened at FilmFest and three cast members, Philip Wang, Jennifer Le and Jessica Lin, will be in attendance.

THE AVENUE | MOVIES AND TV

Asian American Student Union’s First Film Festival

By Sara Han | Jan. 8, 2019

The AASU will host Wong Fu Productions and screen student films in the Reitz Union this weekend.

THE AVENUE | ART AND THEATER

Come and listen, spoken word event at the Harn

By Jackie DeFreitas | Jan. 8, 2019

The 50th anniversary of African-American Studies and the life of Martin Luther King Jr. will be celebrated through poetry on Thursday night.

The event this Friday will feature Florida-based artists and run until 1:45 a.m.

THE AVENUE | MUSIC

Road to III Points: Gainesville

By Jackie DeFreitas | Jan. 8, 2019

The popular Miami music festival gives Gainesville a sneak peak Friday

Netflix's new series "YOU" asks: What do you do when the nice guy is actually a psycho?

THE AVENUE | MOVIES AND TV

Series review of the week: Netflix’s ‘YOU’

By Tranelle Maner | Jan. 8, 2019

This new psychological dramatic thriller begs the question, “What would you do for love?” as our seemingly meek main character Joe goes to extreme and deadly lengths to be with the woman he loves.

During the first week of spring semester, Student Recreation center is overflowing with students determined to keep their New Year's resolutions.

THE AVENUE | LIFESTYLE

New Year's Resolutions at UF

By Emma McAvoy | Jan. 8, 2019

The start of Spring semester brings the possibility of change to Gainesville.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Two UF alumni made an app to help students invest

By Ana Escalante | Jan. 8, 2019

The mobile app will be available on iOS and Android.

Juan Griego stands next to the 3D metal printer with a model he printed of race car driver Dale Earnhardt, one of the first pieces made by the new printer. The replica is based off a miniature he used for an art project. Kelly Hayes / Alligator Staff

NEWS | CAMPUS

Students can 3D print metal at Infinity Hall

By Kelly Hayes | Jan. 8, 2019

The device is one of a couple hundred installed across the world.

OPINION | COLUMNS

Let’s give animation the love it deserves

Jan. 8, 2019

When I was younger, animated movies were all the rage. I’m sure many people my age can relate. Disney’s animated classics played on repeat in my household, and I would beg my parents to take me to the movies every time a new animated flick hit the big screen. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve noticed that animated films are often placed on the back burner. Advertising for these films is less apparent; their box office numbers often dwindle and my interest in seeing them has waned.

OPINION | EDITORIALS

The relevancy of award shows today

Jan. 8, 2019

Sunday night, the red carpet rolled out, marking the beginning of the award show season for Hollywood. Celebrities dressed to the nines, some hope to take home a Golden Globe and others there to bask in the opulence of the night.

OPINION | LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Letter to the Editor: The freshman 15 takes on a new meaning

Jan. 8, 2019

One of the best things about going to the UF is the never-ending fountain of opportunities it brings your way. But it doesn’t take long before it feels like the opportunities are overflowing, and it can be hard to catch your breath.

OPINION | COLUMNS

My family got a puppy for Christmas, and I hate it

Jan. 8, 2019

The barking starts at 7 a.m.

NEWS | CAMPUS UF ADMINISTRATION

Tying up the loose ends of Student Government

Jan. 8, 2019

Happy new year to everyone (except Student Government). To us, I wish an honest and transparent new year because I’m getting tired of some of the things I’ve seen come out of our current administration.

METRO | CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Police arrest man accused of attempted murder for November concert shooting

By Katherine Wallace-Fernandez | Jan. 8, 2019

His bond is set at $1,250,000.

A child runs through the crowd of dancers during Dance Marathon at the O'Connell Center on Sunday. Dance Marathon is an event where volunteers must stay awake and on their feet for 26.2 hours.

NEWS | CAMPUS

UF Dance Marathon team ranks second in nation for fundraising

By Kelly Hayes | Jan. 7, 2019

More than 300 universities, colleges and high schools participated in the 2018 Dance Marathon.

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