University
Michelle Obama to visit UF Monday
Sep. 13, 2012First lady Michelle Obama will speak publicly on UF's campus Monday, and tickets will be available starting tonight.
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Opinion
We are more than Terry Jones
Sep. 13, 2012As a nation, we’ve seen what we can build when we embrace other cultures, and we’ve seen what we can destroy when we accost them.
News
Cancer risk of boba tea uncertain
By Webb | Sep. 12, 2012Local vendors of bubble tea, also known as boba tea, are afraid they may lose business after a German hospital published a vague test that found a few toxins in a sample from a German bubble tea chain.
The Avenue
Wolfgang celebrates five years in business with sale, cocktails
By MICHELLE PROVENZANO< | Sep. 12, 2012Wolfgang, located at 1127 W. University Ave., offered a grab-bag sale to all customers who visited the store, with a chance to receive discounts of up to 50 percent off any one item, in addition to 15 percent-off the entire shop.
The Avenue
Drink up, it’s #LochteNation
By Jessica Kegu | Sep. 12, 2012The pre-, mid- and post-Olympics news coverage may have subsided, but lucky for Gainesville residents, Ryan Lochte can still be a part of our daily lives. Here’s a drinking game to celebrate.
Sports
Column: Gators’ pass rush will disappoint against Vols
By JOE MORGAN | Sep. 12, 2012When Tennessee quarterback Tyler Bray takes his first snap on Saturday, Florida needs to get after him. The Gators’ pass rush — particularly the defensive line — has been quiet for too long.
Sports
Notebook: Receivers to test UF secondary; Morrison making strides
By ADAM PINCUS | Sep. 12, 2012Florida cornerbacks have a tall task Saturday.
University
Students react to iPhone 5 announcement
By Colleen Wright | Sep. 12, 2012Apple announced the launch of its iPhone 5 at an event in San Francisco, confirming the swirling rumors of an iPhone upgrade. Apple also unveiled a new iPod nano, iPod touch and iOS 6 software.
The Avenue
Matt Hires to bring singer/songwriter act to Gainesville
By Ashira Morris | Sep. 12, 2012On Friday, Hires will bring his singer/songwriter act to High Dive. The show starts at 9 p.m. with local opening acts Benny Cannon and Vane.
The Avenue
Local band Xylitone to open up for Of Montreal on Sept. 25
By Kathryn Varn | Sep. 12, 2012Xylitone, made up of two UF students and one UF graduate, has a show tonight at High Dive and was contacted by RUB Entertainment to open for of Montreal Sept. 25.
University
Man arrested for Sorority Row theft
By Brett Le Blanc | Sep. 12, 2012Police arrested Joseph Murray on felony charges of petty theft and car burglary early Wednesday morning.
The Avenue
Hippodrome play is a must-see
By Beth Benge | Sep. 12, 2012Gainesville’s Hippodrome Theatre has produced cutting-edge plays throughout its 40 years. It’s latest production, “Other Desert Cities,” is no exception.
The Avenue
Sanctuary Yoga moves to new location
By Meghan Pryce | Sep. 12, 2012Sanctuary Yoga, previously located at the Seagle Building on University Avenue, has moved downtown, now located at 530 N. Main St.
University
UF professors rank low
By Marisa Ross | Sep. 12, 2012When www.RateMyProfessors.com released its annual rankings last month, UF did not claim a spot on the Top 25 Professors, Top 10 Hottest Professors or Top 25 Universities lists.
Sports
Florida aiming to force more turnovers against Tennessee
By JOSH JURNOVOY | Sep. 12, 2012Florida’s biggest strength in 2011, its defense, had just one glaring weakness: forcing turnovers.
Metro
Police investigate hate crime directed at UF law professor
By Chris Alcantara | Sep. 12, 2012At about 11:40 a.m. Monday, police responded to a criminal mischief call at the law school parking lot, said UPD spokesman Maj. Brad Barber in an interview Wednesday.
Sports
Monserez excels in new role for UF volleyball
By KATIE AGOSTIN | Sep. 12, 2012For Maddy Monserez, the Active Ankle Challenge wasn’t just another three wins for the Gators. Instead, last weekend’s matches against Jacksonville, Louisiana-Lafayette and Georgia Tech were the first time that the sophomore played right back for Florida.
University
Students help parties build campaign platforms
By Samantha Shavell | Sep. 12, 2012The Swamp Party was on Turlington Plaza and the Reitz Union on Wednesday seeking students’ input on which issues they want SG to address this year.
Metro
‘What Not to Wear:’ Freshman edition
Sep. 12, 2012Please don’t be shocked by this, it really was not as terrible as many might think. Anyone else who has started their mornings by donning a plaid skirt or oxford blouse may not be completely in agreement, but overall uniforms have been a great part of my childhood.
The Avenue
Ale to the Chief: White House releases president’s beer recipe
By Becca Goldring | Sep. 12, 2012White House Press Secretary, Jay Carney, promised that when America hit the magic number, the recipes would become available to the public.
