The Avenue
Local reptile enthusiast living dream
By DAVID LOW | Jan. 16, 2008Unlike Samuel L. Jackson, Brian Maddox has not had it with these mother… well, these snakes.
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Sports
Lucas crucial to Gators' success this year, beyond
Jan. 16, 2008OXFORD, Miss - Just about the only thing Nick Calathes can't do on the hardwood is dunk.
Sports
Best Photos of the Week in Sports
By Alligator Photographers | Jan. 16, 2008Highlighting the best sports photos from the week of Jan. 7 - Jan. 13, 2008.
Sports
Men begin spring season in weekend tournament
Jan. 16, 2008Eight members of the UF men's tennis team will make their 2008 debuts at the Southeastern Conference Coaches' Indoor Championships in New Orleans, which begins Thursday and lasts until Monday.
The Avenue
Magnetic Fields loses pull on new album
By ROBERT HILSON | Jan. 16, 2008Stephin Merritt, the mastermind behind the New York lo-fi outfit Magnetic Fields, is attempting to be the new plastic surgeon of indie rock.
Metro
Homeless shelter possible
By JENNIFER EASTMAN | Jan. 16, 2008The Gainesville City Commission will meet tonight to discuss plans for a one-stop homeless center in Alachua County.
News
Car pool opens to students
By DEBORAH SWERDLOW | Jan. 16, 2008Whether you want to catch extra sleep on the ride to school, find a buddy to keep you company during a long drive home or save gas on a road trip to a Gators game, GreenRide has the answer.
News
Slashed funds result in fewer Merit students
By KIM WILMATH | Jan. 16, 2008UF has lost some of its bragging rights among top-tier universities, though a university official said Wednesday that it's nothing to worry about.
Opinion
DVDs should be shared in any format
Jan. 16, 2008Water, water everywhere, and not a drop to drink.
Sports
Gymnastics: UF vs Illinois-Chicago
Jan. 16, 2008Photos from the UF vs Illinois-Chicago gymnastics competition on January 11, 2008.
News
UF gets $600K donation
By KATIE SANDERS | Jan. 16, 2008One couple's $600,000 gift to UF's College of Education aims to reform Alachua County middle schools, carrying on the legacy of middle school innovation pioneered by UF in the 1960s.
The Avenue
‘Paradise City’ offers racing fun, more freedom
By RYAN LEVICK | Jan. 16, 2008My roommate loves living life on the edge.
News
SG presidential hopeful seeks running mates
By ILEANA MORALES | Jan. 16, 2008UF Student Senate President Kevin Reilly is paying extra attention to his e-mail inbox this week as he waits for messages from potential running mates.
Opinion
Kevorkian free speech zones were unconstitutional
By SKEET SURRENCY | Jan. 16, 2008It was very distressing to see UF's response to the threat of free speech at the Dr. Kevorkian event was to corral protesters into "free speech zones."
News
Gators can't make up multiple double-digit deficits, lose by 2 points
Jan. 16, 2008OXFORD, Miss. - The Gators' inability to crack the polls has been a mystery to many. Wednesday's game at No. 18 Mississippi proved UF is right where it belongs.
The Avenue
Omnipresent iPods depreciate music
By DAVID LEE COMBS | Jan. 16, 2008I'm not here to argue with you.
Opinion
Bush's education reforms fall short again
By the Editorial Board | Jan. 16, 2008Former Gov. Jeb Bush has officially joined the ranks with other long forgotten politicians in the never-ending quest to stay relevant.
The Avenue
Vivid colors give denim dazzle of '80s
By VANESSA DIMAGGIO | Jan. 16, 2008The '80s brought forth a slew of unforgettable fashion pieces: jelly shoes, mesh shirts, plastic bangles and, of course, the dreaded scrunchie. There are certainly a few trends from that decade that need not be recycled.
