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Mini crossword for Jan. 13, 2026
By Rohit Paranjape | Jan. 13Play the Alligators original mini crossword.
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Mini crossword for Jan. 14, 2026
By Rohit Paranjape | Jan. 13Play The Alligator's original mini crossword.
The Avenue
The Hippodrome hosts book ban documentary screening with The Lynx bookstore
By Juliana DeFilippo | Jan. 13The Hippodrome’s screening of the 2025 documentary “The Librarians” on Sunday, held in collaboration with The Lynx bookstore, brought a crowded theater. The local bookstore joined organizations like the Freedom to Read Project in promoting the film during its Jan. 10-18 run at the Hippodrome.
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Florida v. Oklahoma: How the Gators can grab their first road win of conference play
By Jeffrey Serber | Jan. 13After back-to-back home wins against ranked opponents, Florida looks to ride its momentum Tuesday against Oklahoma (11-5).
Metro
Gainesville residents protest ICE, U.S. action in Venezuela at Massey Park
By Alexa Ryan | Jan. 12About 35 people gathered at Gainesville’s Albert “Ray” Massey Park at noon Sunday to protest U.S. military action in Venezuela and Immigration and Customs Enforcement across the country.
Sports
Jon Sumrall’s first win at UF was retaining last season’s ‘fab five’ players
By Max Bernstein | Jan. 12Despite interest from programs all over the nation, five of Florida’s most important players — Jadan Baugh, Vernell Brown III, Dallas Wilson, Jayden Woods and Myles Graham — all re-signed with Name, Image and Likeness Collective Florida Victorious for the 2026 season, marking landmark victories for the future of Gators football in the Sumrall era.
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Halfway to March: How the 11-5 Gators compare to last year's championship squad
By Jeffrey Serber | Jan. 12Coming into the 2025-26 season as the defending national champions, Florida men’s basketball has been tested early.
The Avenue
‘Primate’ is a blood-soaked lesson in monkey business
By Aaliyah Evertz | Jan. 12Directed by Johannes Roberts and co-written with Ernest Riera, the film centers on chimpanzee Ben, domesticated by a well-meaning family. The movie charts his violent descent after contracting rabies. What begins as an uneasy coexistence spirals into a graphic, relentless creature-feature horror.
Opinion
UF journalism department interim chair welcomes you back
By Harrison Hove | Jan. 12UF journalism department interim chair welcomes you back.
Opinion
Mayor Ward welcomes you back
By Harvey Ward | Jan. 12Harvey Ward welcomes students to Gainesville.
Metro
Gainesville, Alachua County approve plans for two new crosswalks near University Avenue
By Kaitlyn McCormack | Jan. 11The Metropolitan Transportation Planning Organization approved plans for two new crosswalks: a raised crosswalk in front of the Publix at University Village Market on Northwest Third Avenue and a regular crosswalk farther down the street by Northwest Fourth Place.
The Avenue
‘Espero que alivie sus preocupaciones:’ Jazz Life se presenta dos veces al mes en Muñecas Downtown
By Ornella Moreno | Jan. 11Cada segundo y cuarto viernes del mes, el restaurante mexicano Muñecas Downtown transforma su ambiente habitual en un espacio animado lleno de jazz.
The Avenue
‘I hope it eases their troubles:’ Jazz Life plays bimonthly shows at Muñecas Downtown
By Ornella Moreno | Jan. 11Every second and fourth Friday of the month, the Mexican joint Muñecas Downtown transforms from its usual restaurant setting into a lively space filled with jazz.
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UF’s new institutional neutrality policy is in effect. Here’s what to know.
By Alexa Ryan | Jan. 11At UF, which was the first Florida university to adopt the policy — with the University of West Florida following suit shortly afterward — some faculty have already spoken against what some view as a breach of First Amendment rights.
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Florida schools won’t enforce controversial syllabuses rule until Summer, state says
By Alabama Weninegar | Jan. 11Faculty members across Florida public universities and state colleges are preparing to comply with a new regulation requiring them to publicly post their syllabuses and class materials 45 days before the semester begins. But confusion remains over when and how the rule will be enforced.
The Avenue
Fill your calendar with this week’s Gainesville music events
By Isabel Kraby | Jan. 11Gainesville is hosting a wide variety of musicians and music events for all types of listeners this week. Check out what’s going on beginning Monday, Jan. 12.
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Some UF Venezuelan students have new hopes of returning home. Others aren’t so sure.
By Dulce Rodriguez-Escamilla | Jan. 11Students now say they’re experiencing a renewed optimism they might return to Venezuela, either temporarily or permanently. Others remain skeptical, voicing concerns over present and future U.S. involvement.
The Avenue
Romanticize Dry January with 5 vibrant mocktail recipes
By Summer Johnston | Jan. 11The new year has come around again, and your favorite influencers are talking about ditching alcohol for January. I’m here to help you start off 2026 with spirit — just not the alcoholic kind.
Sports
Gators remain winless in conference play after loss to Auburn
By Ava DiCecca and Max Bernstein | Jan. 11Florida lost to Auburn Sunday on the road, failing to clinch its first Southeastern Conference win of the season.
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Boogie Fland's season-best day leads Florida in rout over Tennessee
By Ava DiCecca and Max Bernstein | Jan. 10Sophomore guard Boogie Fland had his best game in a Florida jersey, leading the Gators in a rout over Tennessee Jan. 10.
