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Relax, Jeb Bush is still going to be president

Nov. 8, 2015

Back in the early days of the 2014 football season, the Green Bay Packers were 1-2. Fans were upset. Head management started updating their resumes. Things were not looking good. After receiving a loss at the hands of the Detroit Lions — yes, you can understand the Pack’s frustration — quarterback Aaron Rodgers told the cheesehead faithful to "R-E-L-A-X." Rodgers calmly told the media and Green Bay nation everything will be all right. And he was right. The team finished 12-4, captured first place in the NFC North and went to the NFC Championship.

UF's Kasey Hill passes during Florida's 89-42 exhibition win against Palm Beach Atlantic on Nov. 5, 2015, in the O'Connell Center.

News

UF men’s basketball focused on limiting turnovers

By IAN COHEN | Nov. 8, 2015

The words began synchronously, as if each player had the same message delivered to them just moments before, and as if each player was still hesitant to heap praise on a win that didn’t feel much like a real victory.

UF setter Abby Detering serves during Florida's 3-0 win against Auburn on Oct. 11, 2015, in the O'Connell Center.

Sports

Gators point to service errors for five-set loss to Auburn

By Patrick Pinak | Nov. 8, 2015

Mary Wise had never lost to Auburn — until Sunday.

UF running back Kelvin Taylor (21) and defensive end Alex McCalister (14) celebrate with teammates after clinching the SEC East with its 9-7 win against Vanderbilt on Nov. 7, 2015, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

Sports

GEORGIA ON MY MIND: Gators down Commodores, clinch trip to SEC title game in Atlanta

By GRAHAM HALL | Nov. 7, 2015

The Gators found themselves in a similar position – trailing to a seemingly inferior opponent, on Homecoming nonetheless.

UF right-side hitter Alex Holston (3) celebrates during Florida's 3-0 win against St. John's on Sept. 17, 2015, in the O'Connell Center.

Sports

UF earns ninth straight win with sweep of Mississippi State

By Patrick Pinak | Nov. 7, 2015

Alex Holston was clutch Friday night.

UF forward Savannah Jordan takes a shot during Florida's 2-1 win against LSU on Oct. 11, 2015, at James G. Pressly Stadium.

Sports

Gators advance to SEC Tournament final with win over Auburn

By Ryan Summers | Nov. 7, 2015

A set piece goal — the same event that led to Florida’s demise the first time it met Auburn this season — was what clinched the Gators’ victory over the Tigers on Friday.

Metro

City Commission Roundup 11/06/2015

By Hunter Williamson | Nov. 6, 2015

Gainesville City Commissioners welcomed medical marijuana dispensaries, heard the resignation of the city manager and approved the creation of a utility advisory board during Thursday’s City Commission meeting.

Metro

Fourth graders visit Museum of Natural History for free

By Sara Marino | Nov. 6, 2015

In the middle of the classroom Thursday, they passed around pieces of pottery.

Florida swimmers line up to begin the men’s open 400-meter individual medley during the Pinch A Penny All Florida Invitational on Sept. 28 in the O’Connell Center.

Sports

Gators see success at South Carolina meet

By Lauren Staff | Nov. 6, 2015

Entering the South Carolina meet, Florida’s swimming and diving teams had a lot to prove.

Karl Kaufmann poses with his daughters Kelli, left, 20, and Kaitlyn, 16, in Ben Hill Griffin Stadium during Gator Growl on Nov. 9, 2013. The 59-year-old has been the announcer for Gator Growl since 1980.

News

Father and daughter share Gator Growl tradition

By Caitlin Ostroff | Nov. 5, 2015

Kelli Kaufmann is a junior, but she’s been a part of the UF Gator Growl tradition since childhood.

Metro

New Chipotle, strip mall coming to Gainesville

By Beatriz Martinez | Nov. 5, 2015

Next year, students will have access to one more shopping mall — and one more Chipotle.

Metro

Sweet Dreams celebrates 10th annual Fall Chocolate Night

By Sara Marino | Nov. 5, 2015

Michael Manfredi only had time for dark chocolate.

Opinion

Darts and Laurels: Homecoming 2015 Edition

Nov. 5, 2015

Homecoming is many things for many people. It’s a time for reflection and nostalgia; a time for celebration; and, if you’re going to Gator Growl, a time for mediocre "indie" acts, former CW stars and rappers who released their best work 10 years ago. OH! *cue Andrew Dice Clay hand motion* Just kidding, T.I., we loved last year’s "About the Money," and we still love you.

Metro

Arrested man starts GoFundMe

By Giuseppe Sabella | Nov. 5, 2015

On Tuesday, John-Phillip Rogers set up a GoFundMe page.

News

UF institute celebrates room’s grand opening

By Monica Andrade | Nov. 5, 2015

UF informatics and data science researchers now have a new place to call home.

News

Group advocates for disabilities

By Katelyn Newberg | Nov. 5, 2015

A new organization on campus is giving students with disabilities a voice.

Ben Judkins conducts the Gator Band during UF’s 38-10 win against Ole Miss on Oct. 3, 2015, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. The drum major has directed the 350-student band, along with two other drum majors, for two years.

News

The sound of the Gator Nation

By Alyssa Fisher | Nov. 5, 2015

Four years later, Ben Judkins still can’t describe the tunnel.

Metro

Police arrest UF student with knives, bong in car

By Giuseppe Sabella | Nov. 5, 2015

University Police arrested a UF student early Thursday morning after police said he had several knives and a bong in his car.

Opinion

From your Student Body President: Create long-lasting memories this Homecoming

Nov. 5, 2015

Hello Gators! I’m back for another issue of my new monthly column. I hope everyone survived midterms and is getting ready for a well-deserved Thanksgiving Break!

Will Grier runs onto the field during Florida's 14-9 win against Kentucky on Sept. 19 at Commonwealth Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. West Virginia announced on April 6, 2016, that Grier was transferring to WVU.

Sports

Will Grier’s suspension fuels conversation on NCAA’s PED’s policy

By Ethan Bauer | Nov. 5, 2015

"So I took an over-the-counter supplement that had something in it."