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Florida senior John DuBois walks off the green after making a put at the Vystar Credit Union Gators Invitational Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS GOLF

Florida men’s golf team defends its home course in Vystar Credit Union Gators Invitational

By Madilyn Destefano | Feb. 13, 2023

The Florida Gators men’s golf team took first place at the Vystar Credit Union Gators Invitational Sunday for the fourth consecutive time and the 29th time in program history. The invitational took place, Feb. 11-12, at the Mark Bostick Golf course. The first 36 holes were set to take place on Saturday, and the last 18 holes Sunday.

THE AVENUE

Civic Media Center’s Queer and Trans Flea creates safe space for local artists

By Gracey Davis | Feb. 13, 2023

Over 20 LGBTQ local artists gathered Friday to share and sell their creations at the CMC during the Queer and Trans Valentines Arts and Crafts Flea Market.

THE AVENUE

The Avenue Roundtable: Valentine’s Day event picks

By Avenue Staff | Feb. 13, 2023

From parties for singles to activities for couples, our staff picks are guaranteed to have something for everyone. Get lost in love or find your new boo with these curated recommendations.

METRO | BREAKING NEWS

Gainesville resident killed in motorcycle accident

By Aidan Bush | Feb. 13, 2023

A Gainesville resident died in a motorcycle accident early Monday morning.

THE AVENUE | MOVIES AND TV

Cinema Verde hosts 14th annual environmental film festival

By Lauren Whiddon | Feb. 13, 2023

From Feb. 9-14, Cinema Verde is hosting the 14th annual Environmental Film and Arts Festival. This is the third year the festival is being held virtually. The festival features 70 films, Q&A sessions with filmmakers and live-streamed discussions with directors.

Guard Riley Kugel shoots the ball in an 81-60 victory against the South Carolina Gamecocks Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023.

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

Riley Kugel continues to shine while UF struggles

By Brandon Hernandez | Feb. 13, 2023

Kugel has come into his own in Florida’s rotation since scoring zero points against Florida State Nov. 18. Kugel has steadily progressed his production on offense — his average for points per game grew from 2.8 points to 7.4 since UF’s game against the Owls.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Suspended Phi Delta Theta fraternity member pleads not guilty to sexual battery

By Ella Thompson | Feb. 13, 2023

Kancherla is still enrolled at UF, according to UF spokesperson Cynthia Roldan. On Jan. 13, he was issued a no trespass warning — meaning he is unable to enter all UF and Shands properties without permission — that expires in 2026.

METRO | POLITICS

Republicans file for Florida House of Representatives District 22 seat

By Claire Grunewald | Feb. 13, 2023

The Florida House of Representatives District 22 seat is likely to remain red as two Gainesville Republicans announced their candidacies and aren’t yet facing Democratic opposition.

The Florida lacrosse team celebrates a goal in the Gators' 17-8 win against the Michigan Wolverines Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS LACROSSE

Women’s lacrosse built on Long Island Gators

By Kate Wiggins | Feb. 13, 2023

Florida assistant coach Nicole Levy — along with several players of the UF women’s lacrosse team — are from Long Island, New York — a lacrosse hotspot. Most players on the team moved to Gainesville from New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland and Connecticut.

METRO

Gainesville’s bee city status promises pollinator benefits

By Aubrey Bocalan | Feb. 13, 2023

The Gainesville City Commission voted to become a bee city in 2022 and was officially granted the designation Jan. 25 by the Xerces Society, a group committed to insect conservation.

THE AVENUE

Celebrate Black History Month with these Black-owned businesses

By Loren Miranda | Feb. 13, 2023

The Avenue compiled a list of talented local Black-owned artisanries and businesses to support this February (and every month after that).

NEWS | CAMPUS

M.J. Hardman, UF linguistics professor, dies at 87

By Sophia Bailly | Feb. 13, 2023

M.J. Hardman died Feb. 6 at age 87. The UF professor spent her life bringing cultures together through linguistics research.

Sep 14, 2022; Austin, Texas, USA; Austin FC in a huddle before the game against Real Salt Lake at Q2 Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-USA TODAY Sports; Courtesy of the MLSPA

NEWS | CAMPUS

UF Online, Major League Soccer Players Association announce partnership

By Topher Adams | Feb. 13, 2023

UF Online and the Major League Soccer Players Association announced a new partnership Tuesday to allow current and former MLS players to pursue online degree programs. Beginning in the Fall 2023 semester, players will be able to choose from 25 UF Online programs and will be connected with an academic adviser when they start their program.

NEWS | CAMPUS UF ADMINISTRATION

Sasse’s quiet first week follows loud first day

By Christian Casale and Alissa Gary | Feb. 13, 2023

Ben Sasse’s first day as UF president began with an email to students, faculty and staff with high expectations to see them around campus. That same afternoon, students, faculty and alumni gathered for another protest against him outside Tigert Hall. Despite the commotion of the first-day protest, a majority of students didn’t attend, and some were unaware that Sasse began his tenure at all.

METRO | CITY COUNTY COMMISSION

Gainesville to provide $7.2 million for affordable housing grants

By Siena Duncan | Feb. 13, 2023

The city of Gainesville announced Feb. 7 it will put $7.2 million toward grants for apartment complexes willing to build housing for families at or below 65% of the city’s average median income level — amounting to $26,609, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Remembering Kaleb Boateng, former Gators offensive lineman

By Kyle Bumpers | Feb. 13, 2023

Boateng died at 21 in his Varsity House apartment on Feb. 9. While fans of Florida Gators and Clemson Tigers football may know him as an offensive lineman for their favorite football team, those close to him remember him as a big man with an even bigger heart.

Florida guards Nina Rickards, KK Dean and Leilani Correa walk back on defense in the Gators' 61-54 win against the Texas A&M Aggies Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023

SPORTS | BASKETBALL

Shooting woes, turnovers plague Florida in blowout loss

By Austin Stirling | Feb. 12, 2023

The Florida Gators (14-11, 3-9 SEC) fell to the Georgia Bulldogs (17-9, 6-6 SEC) 81-55, as the Bulldogs completed the season sweep against the Gators. Georgia took advantage of Florida's offensive struggles and turnovers. The Bulldogs built a large lead early and never looked back.

Midfielder Madison Waters celebrates after scoring a goal against the Michigan Wolverines Feb. 12, 2023.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS LACROSSE

No. 7 Gators beat No. 18 Wolverines in season opener

By Kate Wiggins | Feb. 12, 2023

The Florida Gators (1-0) defeated the Michigan Wolverines (0-1) 17-8 in the first game of the season. LoPinto led the way on her career day. She scored four goals and provided three assists for the Gators.

Florida’s Talitha Diggs competes during the SEC Indoor Track and Field Championships on Saturday, February 27, 2021 at Randal Tyson Track Center in Fayetteville, Ark. / UAA Communications photo by Alex de la Osa

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS TRACK

Gators rank in two different invitationals this weekend

By Namari Lock | Feb. 12, 2023

Florida Gators split up for this weekend's events competing in the Tyson Invitational in Fayetteville, Arkansas, and David Hemery Valentine Invitational in Boston, Massachusetts.

Trlicek entered at the top of the fifth and retired the Ospreys in order. Photo from UF-Charleston game Feb. 20.

SPORTS | SOFTBALL

Florida blows out Illinois State to finish doubleheader

By Alyssa Britton-Harr | Feb. 11, 2023

The No. 4 Florida Gators (3-0) defeated the Illinois State Redbirds (1-3) 21-0 Saturday afternoon in the USF-Rawlings Invitational. UF now holds a 16-2 advantage against the Redbirds in the overall record book.

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