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‘Sketchy’ Swamp Party email sender named senator
By Colleen Wright | Mar. 19, 2013Among the many appointments that filled empty Senate seats at Tuesday’s meeting, one raised eyebrows.
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On the Wings of Twitter: Jack Dorsey for Mayor?
Mar. 19, 2013Nearly two years ago, Vanity Fair interviewed Twitter’s founder, Jack Dorsey.
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From soda bans to tobacco stands
Mar. 19, 2013Since he took office, New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg has been on a crusade to make his city a healthy and safe place to live, and he’s banning just about anything and everything he can to make it that way.
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Wells wins; Lowe, Braddy will run off
By Chris Alcantara | Mar. 19, 2013Incumbent Randy Wells won re-election in the City Commission District 4 race Tuesday night, but incumbent Mayor Craig Lowe and contender Ed Braddy will compete next month in a runoff election for Gainesville mayor.
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Public God rules blind leading the blind
Mar. 19, 2013If you put a frog in a pot of boiling water, it will jump out immediately, clambering its way to safety.
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Gainesville study finds primates may have enjoyed alcohol
By Elly Ayres | Mar. 19, 2013If you enjoyed alcoholic beverages last weekend, you may have been indulging in the same behavior as primates — giving a whole new meaning to “monkeying around.”
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Puppy power: Dog training helps inmates
By Moises Reyes | Mar. 19, 2013Marcus Henry changed his life more than a year ago.
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Junior cornerback adjusting to life as two-way player
By JOE MORGAN< | Mar. 19, 2013Brian Poole seems to be the only guy who can slow down Loucheiz Purifoy.
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Gainesville residents reject idea of ban on large, sugary drinks
By Danielle Cotillo | Mar. 19, 2013New York City’s ban on large sugary drinks was struck down last week, and some Gainesville residents and business owners voiced opposition to the idea of a similar law coming to town.
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Breaking down this week’s potential Cinderella upsets
By GREG LUCA< | Mar. 19, 2013Davidson, Belmont, Minnesota and St. Mary’s will be the teams that defy their seeding and open the Big Dance with upsets.
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No laws allowing weapons on campus in Florida
By Katie Burns | Mar. 19, 2013Despite the events at the University of Central Florida and other universities around the nation, Florida does not have legislation on the floor to change its laws for concealed weapons on campuses.
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Avoid tickets by following scooter laws
By Jacqueline Bond | Mar. 19, 2013Wearing sunglasses may save people about $100 the next time they are on a scooter.
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Florida bats come alive in win against North Florida
By JOSH JURNOVOY< | Mar. 19, 2013Taylor Gushue got the cold shoulder from his teammates after one of his best moments this season.
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Gators earn WNIT berth
By PHILLIP HEILMAN< | Mar. 19, 2013Although the Gators will not be dancing this postseason, they still have the opportunity to continue playing.
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Responses to recent Alligator guest columns
Mar. 19, 2013This piece is written in response to Sarah Platt’s guest column regarding advertising in society. An answer to the question she posed: I strongly believe society shapes the media.
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UF branches out, takes steps to be a Tree Campus USA College
By Mary Velasquez | Mar. 19, 2013UF was recognized Tuesday for its tree-friendliness.
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Around the world in… 365 days?
By Allison Annear | Mar. 19, 2013The easy way to get around the world with one payment!
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Custom sushi restaurant rolls into building on University Avenue
By Jennifer Cole | Mar. 19, 2013How Do You Roll?, a custom sushi restaurant across from The Swamp, has opened its doors for business.
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Senior accepts marriage proposal after blowout win
Mar. 19, 2013Twenty-two goals and a diamond ring capped a flawless night for Emily Dohony and UF at Dizney Stadium.
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Sophomore proving clutch
By ADAM LICHTENSTEIN< | Mar. 19, 2013In high-pressure scenarios, coach Tim Walton turns to Lauren Haeger.
