News
Mr. UF pageant raises about $10,000
By ELIZABETH BEHRMAN | Feb. 9, 2009Snazzy suits, cowboy hats and tiny Speedos were all part of the show at Tuesday night's pageant to choose Mr. UF.
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Opinion
Alligator guilty of self–righteous agenda
By Daniel Shabashvili | Feb. 9, 2009I notice the Alligator tends to be pretty opinionated, which is good - it's more interesting that way. However, the newspaper is also pretty ignorant, which is something I personally dislike.
Metro
Singing valentines available for Gainesville residents
By YVONNE AYALA | Feb. 9, 2009Harmonious "oohs" and "aahs" filled a Santa Fe College music practice room Tuesday night as Gainesville's Barbergators Chorus held their last rehearsal before Valentine's Day.
Opinion
‘Roids ruin youthful nature of sport
By ALLIE CONTI | Feb. 9, 2009"Field of Dreams" will always be one of my favorite movies, but I'm not sure how anyone can be a fan of professional baseball in this day and age.
Metro
New campaign addresses pet waste pickup
Feb. 9, 2009The city of Gainesville and Alachua County want you to scoop the poop.
Metro
UF experts weigh in on economic recovery plan
By CAROLYN TILLO | Feb. 9, 2009The U.S. Senate voted to approve the $838 billion economic stimulus bill on Tuesday, but UF experts have identified aspects of the recovery program they would like to see changed.
News
UF, Kentucky look to revitalize rivalry at Rupp
Feb. 9, 2009The UF-Kentucky rivalry is littered with golden moments.
Metro
Cold case unit continues 20–year search
By HUNTER SIZEMORE | Feb. 9, 2009Twenty years and over 3,000 leads after the disappearance of Tiffany Sessions, the Alachua County Sheriff's Office held a press conference to remind people the search is still on.
Opinion
Republican party takes a breather
Feb. 9, 2009As I write, the Senate has passed the economic stimulus package, sending it back to the House for the final stage of negotiations. It's a wonder they achieved any deal, however fragile it was, considering the attempts by Congressional Republicans to dynamite the process.
News
CORRECTION
Feb. 9, 2009The Alligator incorrectly reported that the band Ra Ra Riot canceled its performance at the Harvest of Hope music festival next month. They will be performing.
News
Discrimination lawsuit filed against Levin College of Law
By THOMAS STEWART | Feb. 9, 2009A former associate professor in UF's Levin College of Law filed a lawsuit against UF last week alleging she was forced to resign in 2007 because of sex and race discrimination.
Opinion
Burger flipper makes super–sized appearance
By The Alligator Editorial Board | Feb. 9, 2009Even while boasting recession-proof returns, McDonald's can't help but smile after receiving free advertising at the hands of a loyal employee.
Opinion
Ridin’ Dirty
By The Alligator Editorial Board | Feb. 9, 2009From marijuana grow houses to teachers wielding weapons, absurdity runs rampant on the North Central Florida crime scene.
Metro
Kentucky comes out on top against UF in blood drive
By JEREMY GRINER | Feb. 9, 2009UF and Kentucky fans were fighting a bloody battle nearly a week before the men's basketball game.
News
Controversy arises over about $5,500 given out by SG
By CHELSEA KEENAN | Feb. 9, 2009Student senators decided to shell out about $5,500 during Tuesday night's Senate meeting to four student organizations.
Metro
Nonprofit organization raises breast cancer awareness
By EMILY FUGGETTA | Feb. 9, 2009Brandon Mendelson wants you to touch your breasts.
News
Ne–Yo sways hearts in O’Dome performance
By Mae Basiratmand | Feb. 9, 2009Nearly 4,000 people flocked to the O'Connell Center Tuesday night to see Ne-Yo, an artist known for his R&B and pop stylings.
News
CORRECTION
Feb. 9, 2009The Alligator incorrectly reported that the fine for running a red light is $125 and $175 thereafter. The fine for running a red light is $219.
