News
Law enforcement around the county
By Morgan Watkins | Oct. 13, 2011Here's a glimpse of the week's happenings at your local law enforcement agencies.
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University
Court outlines measures for future elections
By Clare Lennon | Oct. 13, 2011Four of the UF Supreme Court Justices outlined measures for future elections cycles at a Wednesday night meeting.
University
Pink replaces orange and blue during Pink Heals Tour
By Maria Galindo | Oct. 12, 2011Firefighters, police officers and about 300 people clad in pink gathered on the lawn north of the stadium from 2 to 6 p.m. for the 2011 Pink Heals Tour.
University
Life-sized statues to leave today
By Amana Cohen | Oct. 12, 2011Last July, telecommunication senior Ashley Stout was walking by the Reitz Union when she saw something out of the corner of her eye that caused her to do a double take.
Metro
RTS bus ridership reaches record-breaking high this year
By Ayana Stewart | Oct. 12, 2011The Regional Transit System has released its record-breaking ridership report for 2010-2011, with 10,021,824 passengers transported from October 2010 to September 2011.
University
Rick Scott questions value of liberal arts degrees in workforce
By Emily Morrow | Oct. 12, 2011If you're not studying science, engineering or technology, Gov. Rick Scott may not think your degree is worth funding.
University
CNN analyst discusses Osama bin Laden at Bob Graham Center
By Jenna Box | Oct. 12, 2011About 200 people showed up Wednesday evening at the Buddy & Anne MacKay Auditorium to hear CNN national security analyst Peter Bergen speak about the United States' hunt for Osama bin Laden.
University
UF Supreme Court addresses authority over SG elections
By Clare Lennon | Oct. 12, 2011Four of the UF Supreme Court justices outlined measures for future elections cycles at a meeting Wednesday night.
Sports
Notebook: Finley transferring from Florida, Muschamp wants one quarterback to emerge
Oct. 12, 2011Linebacker Dee Finley has decided to transfer from Florida, the team announced in a statement Wednesday.
News
UF basketball looking for balance with guard-heavy roster
By JOHN BOOTHE | Oct. 12, 2011After unloading three big bodies to graduation and the NBA Draft, the Gators are trying to pick up some speed.
Sports
With plenty of blame to go around, who’s at fault?
By MATT WATTS | Oct. 12, 2011After posting the worst back-to-back losses in the last 40 years, it would be easy for players and coaches to point fingers.
News
Demonstrators protest injustice at Publix grand opening
By Mina Radman | Oct. 12, 2011"Welcome to Publix, where shopping is oppression" is one of the five signs protestors are holding today at the grand opening ceremony for a Publix in Ocala.
University
'Entourage' actor speaks at Phillips Center
By Claire Miller | Oct. 12, 2011"I knew I was gay when I watched ‘Back to the Future,'" said "Entourage" star Rex Lee Wednesday night. "The idea of Michael J. Fox in purple briefs turned me on, and I thought, ‘Oh! You are a homosexual!'"
News
Beal leaving past accolades behind
By JOHN BOOTHE | Oct. 12, 2011When Bradley Beal stepped on Florida’s campus this summer, coach Billy Donovan soon realized he was not only getting his highest-rated recruit in the last 10 years, but also one of the most mature freshmen he’s ever had at UF.
Metro
Gainesville residents occupy Bo Diddley
By Benjamin S. Brasch | Oct. 12, 2011Gainesville is officially occupied.
News
Local biomass power project holds ceremony
By Morgan Watkins | Oct. 12, 2011A local biomass power project held a groundbreaking ceremony Monday for a site that will host a 100-megawatt plant.
Sports
Two-quarterback situation not limited just to Florida
By GREG LUCA | Oct. 12, 2011Who starts at quarterback?
Sports
More experienced Gators looking to minimize turnovers, stay aggressive
By JOE MORGAN< | Oct. 12, 2011With every key player returning from last season, Florida will not experience much change in its lineup.
News
Argentine Tango Club dances for breast cancer awareness
By Emily Culclasure | Oct. 12, 2011Burcin Unel and Alper Üngör's feet were in sync as they glided across the dance floor as if it were made of ice and air. With intricate twirls and an occasional kick of the heels, they showed onlookers how to properly perform Argentine tango.
The Avenue
Dralion creates a vivid performance at O'Connell Center
By Mina Radman | Oct. 12, 2011Once the curtain falls, the magic begins.
