METRO
Consumer confidence rises despite recession
By JESSICA CHAPMAN | Aug. 26, 2009Although the country is still deep in recession, consumers think it may get better soon.
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SPORTS
Court rules seizure of 2003 drug-testing list unlawful
Aug. 26, 2009THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
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LIFESTYLE
Tucker Max scores in Gainesville
By ASHLEY ROSS | Aug. 26, 2009Raise your hand if you've slept with a midget, a deaf girl and an amputee. Anyone? Oh yes, in the back of the class, Mr. Tucker Max.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
SG should bring back New York Times
By Zoe Ziliak | Aug. 26, 2009When I arrived on campus early Monday morning, I immediately headed to the newspaper dispensers near Turlington to get my copy of the New York Times. They only held copies of USA Today. I assumed that particular dispenser was simply out of the New York Times, so I checked the one near Library West. Again, only USA Today.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
DUI campaign sends wrong message
By Joseph Trimboli | Aug. 26, 2009Drinking and driving is bad - there is no denying that fact. As somebody who files claims for an insurance company, I have heard the horror stories from the victims' families first-hand. I agree that Fabulous Rides sounds like a fabulous program and the student body president ought to be commended for trying to promote awareness of its existence in an effort to reduce drunk driving. However, his approach sells the dangers short.
METRO
Two people fall from apartment complex as balcony collapses
By J. HUNTER SIZEMORE | Aug. 26, 2009Two women, one of whom was pregnant, fell from the second story of Lyons Apartments this afternoon when part of a balcony and outdoor stairwell collapsed.
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Gainesville Scooter Service
Aug. 26, 2009A new service in Gainesville provides a driver for people too intoxicated to drive for a fee. The driver uses a foldable scooter that he places in the customer's trunk to return to work.
METRO
Politicians discuss health care for young people
By KATIE EMMETS | Aug. 26, 2009Upon graduating from Colorado State University in 2004, Abby Berendt landed her dream job at a large media corporation in New York City. Berendt had been working full time at the company for 10 months when she arrived at work one day with what she thought was a horrible stomachache.
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EDITORIALS
Anti-Islam shirts pathetic ploy to get attention
By The Alligator Editorial Board | Aug. 26, 2009The Dove World Outreach Center has already blurred the lines between a church and a for-profit enterprise and the lines between a place of "outreach" and a place that calls for exclusion.
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CAMPUS STUDENT GOVERNMENT
SG hosts party to advertise new taxi service
By CAROLYN TILLO | Aug. 26, 2009Three shiny blue scooters, two Lincoln Town Cars and a mini bus stood waiting as about 60 UF students socialized at The Swamp Restaurant Wednesday night.
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SEX
Change of scenery, lingerie spices up relationships
By MEAGAN MCGONE | Aug. 26, 2009Break up boredom in the bedroom.
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COLUMNS
Tebow needs another milestone to be greatest of all time, but he shouldn't
Aug. 26, 2009When it comes to a player's legacy, perception is reality.
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MUSIC
Citizen Cope, The Whigs concert kicks off semester
By KARINA GALVEZ | Aug. 26, 2009The sounds of The Whigs and Citizen Cope will echo from Flavet Field on Saturday night as the bands kick off the grand opening of the field's new Bandshell.
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FOOTBALL
Freshman LB Jenkins in boot with sprained ankle
Aug. 26, 2009Freshman linebacker Jelani Jenkins is wearing a protective boot while he tries to recover from a sprained left ankle he injured in practice Tuesday.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Rays have bandwagon fans like everyone else
By Kyle Krutek | Aug. 26, 2009This is in response to Casey Peterson's letter to the editor, "Students should root for Rays," expressing the belief that his dedication to the Tampa Bay Rays somehow reflects the dedication of all Rays fans.
METRO
Students sent home for wearing anti-Islam T-shirts
By J. HUNTER SIZEMORE | Aug. 26, 2009A pair of black flats, jeans and a white T-shirt bearing "Islam is of the Devil" in red stenciled lettering across its back; this was Emily Sapp's back-to-school outfit on Monday at Gainesville High School.
METRO
Fight breaks out outside Club Decadence
By KATIE EMMETS | Aug. 26, 2009Two Gainesville women were arrested after their fight in a downtown parking lot drew a crowd of about 50 people.
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FOOD
Local pizza shops offer originality, culture to dining
By Alex Orlando | Aug. 26, 2009With college students scarfing down pizza faster than the average Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle, the pizza market is thriving in Gainesville.
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FASHION
Layering creates new look for old clothing
By LANE NIESET | Aug. 26, 2009Ching-Ya Ni, 19, a UF sophomore, masters the art of boho chic in this fun and versatile school ensemble. Her layered look adds new flair to pieces found in her closet. Ni says she doesn't follow trends, but she can't wait to pull out her fall clothing this season. Try looking through your closet and pairing clothing together in new ways to create a look for fall. Adding colored tights underneath flowing dresses or shorts takes a summer look and transforms it for the winter. Also, play with different sizes of belts and boots to add a little edge to the ensemble. Mix and match different accessories that will keep your outfits looking fresh for the entire season.
METRO
PetSnip helps owners spay and neuter their pets
By EMILY FUGGETTA | Aug. 26, 2009Operation PetSnip's surgery room is only slightly larger than the average bathroom.
