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OPINION  |  LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Keep trauma center at ORMC open

Some may already know my story, but I was one of the first patients to be treated at Ocala Regional Medical Center’s trauma center when it opened. I had a splenic artery aneurysm and died twice before the excellent doctors at Ocala revived me and saved my life. Back in June I wrote about my story for the Saint Peters Blog, pleading to keep Ocala’s trauma center open. Another publication’s article by Capt. Gail Lazenby of The Villages Public Safety Department about the 1st District Court of Appeals’ decision putting Ocala in danger of closing made me feel the need to write again.


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NEWS  |  CAMPUS

Costly dorm pranks aren't so funny

We’ve all been there this fall. Those first few days away from home and living on your own has opened your eyes to a whole new life. In dorm or in your new apartment, Mommy and Daddy aren’t around to watch you anymore.


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Where to sip a latte while studying: part 2

Over the summer I wrote a post about coffeehouses in Gainesville where students go to study and stay caffeinated. Over the past few months I’ve had the chance to visit some more local coffee shops. 


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NEWS

Finding a Post-Pal

This past week I was able to tackle a service project from my very own living room. I stumbled across a website called Post-Pals which connects you with children who need a friend or even just an outlet to talk to



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