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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Monday column about climate change
By Howard Sachs | Feb. 3, 2014Thanks for your interesting note on climate change.
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OPINION
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COLUMNS
What’s worse: weed or alcohol?
Feb. 3, 2014The U.S. federal government is not known for always making the best choices. In some states, it’s legal to marry your first cousin but not a member of the same sex. However, one of America’s biggest flubs is the propagation of alcohol and the criminalization of marijuana.
OPINION
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COLUMNS
Labels can liberate rather than limit
Feb. 3, 2014It’s OK to like labels on things other than clothes — or really, on anything but your clothes — because those things can be itchy and uncooperative. Some people say labels are limiting, but I argue they are liberating. As humans, it is easier for us to categorize things. Labeling helps us process the world around us, as well as ourselves.
OPINION
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COLUMNS
The drifter who changed our history
Feb. 3, 2014With the national spotlight often on Floridians like Casey Anthony and Terry Jones, there’s not much we can be proud of. The Sunshine State isn’t exactly known for its positive contributions. However, there is one exception, and we recently marked its 50th anniversary.
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EDITORIALS
Nation mourns Hoffman death, examines heroin use
Feb. 3, 2014Philip Seymour Hoffman’s death at age 46 shocked the U.S. on Sunday, and as the investigation reveals more details about his death — strong evidence points to a heroin overdose, as he was found in his Manhattan apartment with a needle stuck in his arm — many voices have contributed to the discussion of his legacy as a fine actor and his struggle with drug abuse.
NEWS
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CAMPUS
UF hosts high school students for Gator Model UN conference
By EMILY COCHRANE< | Feb. 2, 2014A masked man burst through the door, shielding himself from gunfire as he snatched the girl closest to him and made his escape. The FBI Art Crime Unit now had to deal with not only five missing paintings but also a missing director.
METRO
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CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Waldo Police: Woman hid cocaine in underwear
By Jenna Lyons | Feb. 2, 2014Waldo Police arrested a Gainesville woman Saturday after police said she hid crack cocaine in her panties at a traffic stop.
METRO
Westside Samaritans women’s clinic opening Gainesville location
By Bradley Norman | Feb. 2, 2014Westside Samaritans Clinic has expanded its services and opened a new location in Gainesville.
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CAMPUS
UF groups invite Justin Timberlake to bring SexyBack to campus
By Christine Preston | Feb. 2, 2014Justin Timberlake could be bringing his suit and tie all the way to UF next month — if the Men’s Basketball Rowdies have its way.
NEWS
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CAMPUS
MCAT testing dates added
By Sean Stewart-Muniz | Feb. 2, 2014Pre-medical students now have access to later MCAT testing dates, but UF students are still advised to take the test as soon as possible.
NEWS
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CAMPUS
Pedro Bravo murder trial: Following delays, set for August
By Kelcee Griffis | Feb. 2, 2014Pedro Bravo’s trial, which has been delayed multiple times, has finally gained some certainty.
NEWS
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CAMPUS
Humans of Krishna Lunch project funds renovations, unites eaters
By Beatrice Dupuy | Feb. 2, 2014Krishna Lunch has launched a feature on its Facebook page called Humans of Krishna Lunch as a part of its campaign to fund the Plaza of the Americas renovations.
METRO
Touring Finnish band plays High Springs library concert
By Rachael Holt | Feb. 2, 2014Pia Leinonen and Joni Tiala are making their way from New York City south to the Florida Keys and east to California, driving about 10,000 miles in a rental van. Their dressing rooms are frequently campsites.
METRO
Astronomers unite: Paynes Prairie hosts stargazing night
By Brooke Baitinger | Feb. 2, 2014Down a luminary-lit path in Paynes Prairie Saturday night, the Alachua Astronomy Club set up high-powered telescopes to show guests whichever constellation, nebula or planet they wanted to see.
NEWS
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CAMPUS
UF study abroad readjustment program gets broadened
By Leland Henry | Feb. 2, 2014A UF study abroad workshop series focused on helping students re-enter the country has expanded from five sessions to six.
METRO
Food trucks celebrate rally’s first anniversary
By Kristia Watkins | Feb. 2, 2014Gainesville residents and students came together Saturday night to celebrate the first anniversary of the Original Gainesville Food Truck Rally.
OPINION
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
UF needs to hold Duke Energy accountable
By Brandon Jones UF natural resource | Feb. 2, 2014I would like to shed some light on a local issue that hasn’t received enough attention.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Murphs for Mike
By Meredith Ryan | Feb. 2, 2014There’s been a lot of talk about Senate minority leader Michael Christ’s comments concerning the new Taco Libre Party. Some have said he’s angry, whiny and unprofessional. Others have a few more choice words for him. As the people who elected him to represent us in the Senate, we couldn’t be more proud. He’s telling it like it is.
OPINION
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COLUMNS
Cold snap doesn’t disprove climate change, so start helping out
Feb. 2, 2014The recent cold snap that froze much of North Florida and paralyzed our neighbors in Georgia and Alabama doesn’t disprove climate change. Period.
OPINION
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EDITORIALS
Hollywood’s code of silence punishes victims of abuse
Feb. 2, 2014When Woody Allen won the Golden Globe lifetime achievement award a few weeks ago, an old debate reignited: Is it right to celebrate artists who have committed — or been accused of committing — heinous crimes?
