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Florida's year-to-date crime rate dips 2 percent

By Emily Morrow | Oct. 24, 2011

Florida has seen fewer crimes so far in 2011 than last year.

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Accent brings Shaq to speak at O'Connell Center tonight

By Claire Miller | Oct. 24, 2011

Spencer Pylant remembers watching the NBA championship game in 2006.

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UF makes top 10 list for sexual health

By Clare Lennon | Oct. 24, 2011

The Gator Nation has proved, once again, that it likes to be on top.

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Graduate courses now count for honors credit

By Natalie Asorey | Oct. 24, 2011

With two classes left to complete, Tori Petry, 19, worries about receiving her UF Honors Program certificate.

Florida coach Will Muschamp said quarterback John Brantley is probable for Saturday’s game against Georgia. Brantley suffered an ankle injury late in the first half against Alabama on Oct. 1.

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Notebook: Brantley probable to return against Georgia on Saturday

By TOM GREEN | Oct. 24, 2011

Florida’s offense could get a much-needed boost Saturday against Georgia.

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Brantley to face familiar, undue expectations in return from injury

Oct. 24, 2011

John Brantley must feel comfortable wearing that crown by now.

The bat house and bat barn can be seen streaming live 24/7 because of the Florida Museum of Natural History's grants, donations and investments.

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Bat house cameras now up and running 24/7

By Benjamin S. Brasch | Oct. 24, 2011

After one and a half years of planning, the bat barn and bat house cameras to show the daily lives of UF's bats online are up and running.

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Andujar’s move to outside back gives Gators more options

By JOSH JURNOVOY< | Oct. 24, 2011

The Gators had a talented forward receiving too few minutes and a lack of depth on defense.

Florida junior Lauren Embree lost Monday’s singles final, but will still play in next week’s USTA/ITA National Indoor Championships.

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Embree falls in straight sets in regional finals

By MEGAN WALSH< | Oct. 24, 2011

Junior Lauren Embree may have squared off against a familiar face Monday at the USTA/ITA Southeast Regional Championships, but her finish in the tournament’s singles finals wasn’t quite as typical.

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Gators looking to channel George’s aggression in the post this season

By JOE MORGAN< | Oct. 24, 2011

Sometimes, Jennifer George needs a slap to the face.

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UF offense dominant during 24-set streak

Oct. 24, 2011

Florida’s volleyball team is nearing the end of its most dominant month in years.

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Florida golf tumbles down standings on second day of Isleworth Invite

By LANDON WATNICK< | Oct. 24, 2011

On Day 2 of the Isleworth Invitational, the Gators took a significant dip.

After a hiatus in 2010 because of unpaid debts, the Alachua County Fair has returned this year. The fair will continue through Saturday at the Alachua County Fairgrounds on Northeast 39th Avenue.

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Hosts of county fair plan more community outreach for coming years

By Meredith Rutland | Oct. 24, 2011

Fried butter, spinning amusement rides and performing seals heralded the Alachua County Fair's first weekend, attracting thousands.

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Student activists give budget suggestions to administration

By Erin Jester | Oct. 24, 2011

The Gainesville Chapter of Students for a Democratic Society has finalized a proposal calling for a stop to budget cuts and outlining possible solutions for balancing UF's budget.

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Fashion brands dominated by once forbidden trends

By Natalia Sieukaran | Oct. 24, 2011

The game of fashion can often be a harsh spectator sport whose fans can be very critical. For those dissuaded by the many supposed rules and regulations of fashion, you all can be put at ease. There's a known fact: There are no rules, per se.

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Tips for students taking out auto loans

By Kristian Grimsland | Oct. 24, 2011

For many students, a car is necessary when attending college. Unfortunately, finding the best auto loan option for students can be a struggle. Generally banks and other financial intuitions are not very eager to offer an auto loan to college students.

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