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Oct. 12

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Gainesville families participate in the Fall Festivities at the first annual Great Pumpkin Bash at Bo Diddley Plaza in Fla. on Oct. 11, 2025.

Metro

First-ever Great Pumpkin Bash brings Gainesville families downtown to celebrate fall

By Juliana DeFilippo | Oct. 12

The Pumpkin Bash attracted about 200 visitors of all ages. Families walked around the plaza, pushing strollers and walking dogs. Vendors sold food, drinks and clothes, while tablers offered information about their organizations.

Kate Magill and Sloane Henry, both 35, opened their bridal shop, Fleuridian, on Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025.

The Avenue

Best friends trade law careers for lace at new bridal shop

By Aaliyah Evertz | Oct. 12

The inside of Gainesville’s newest bridal boutique feels more like a living room than a showroom. A fireplace anchors the space, patterned wallpapers add color, and racks of gowns in every size line the walls.

News

Mini crossword for Oct. 12, 2025

By Rohit Paranjape | Oct. 12

Play The Alligator's original mini crossword.

Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) throws the ball in a NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, in College Station, Texas.

Sports

Gators offense fizzles out in loss to No. 5 Aggies

By Curan Ahern | Oct. 11

The Florida Gators struggled to

Sabor Latino, the official dance team of UF's Hispanic Student Association, celebrates their win at Soulfest on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025.

News

UF Soulfest brings international dance, music to the stage

By Leona Masangkay | Oct. 11

Dozens of students danced and sang on stage under colorful lights Friday evening in the name of homecoming spirit and school pride.

Various kinds of toast are seen on display inside of Bakery 1908 on Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2025.

The Avenue

From matcha buns to dim sum, Gainesville’s new Asian bakery has treats for all

By Christopher Rodriguez | Oct. 11

Bakery 1908’s name comes from the lucky number 1908. But even luckier are the new customers of this Asian bakery as they walk away from the counter, their arms laden with handcrafted sweet buns and steaming coffees.

Texas Longhorns and the Florida Gators face-off on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla.

Sports

Florida vs. Texas: Live updates

By Max Bernstein | Oct. 11

Florida football faces the No. 9 Texas Longhorns on Saturday. Follow along for live updates throughout the contest.

Florida Gators defensive lineman Brien Taylor Jr. (33) runs after Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) during a football game between the Texas Longhorns and the Florida Gators on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla.

Sports

Florida looks to slow down Marcel Reed and No. 5 Texas A&M

By Max Bernstein | Oct. 11

The Gators will face one of the top dual threat quarterbacks when they travel to No. 5 Texas A&M on Saturday: Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed.

A Gators swimmer traverses through the water at Florida's home opening meet against Virginia on Friday, Oct. 11, at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center Natatorium, in Gainesville, Florida.

Sports

Florida swim & dive splits home opener against Virginia

By Riley Orovitz | Oct. 11

Gators swim and dive split in home opener and a group of swimmers on the women's team recorded the third best time in program history in the 400-yard medley relay.

Florida Gators forward Addy Hess (9) kicks the ball in a match against the Missouri Tigers on Oct. 11, 2025, at Donald R. Dizney Stadium in Gainesville, Fla.

Sports

Florida soccer upsets No. 12 Mississippi State on senior night

By Adrian Carmona | Oct. 11

Florida's offense was in dire need of a spark when a freshman stepped up against the Missouri Tigers on Friday night.

Florida Gators guard Urban Klavzar (7) drives with the ball during a basketball game against Norfolk State in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Friday, March 21, 2025, in Raleigh, N.C.

Sports

After a chaotic season, Urban Klavzar looks to settle in and be more than just a shooter

By Jeffrey Serber | Oct. 11

After limited time on the court last season, junior guard Urban Klavzar comes into his first full season with Florida growing as a player and mentor.

News

Mini crossword for Oct. 11, 2025

By Rohit Paranjape | Oct. 11

Play The Alligator's original mini crossword.

Florida Gators defensive specialist Emily Caanan (7) celebrates with her teammates after winning a point in a match against the Missouri Tigers in the O’Connell Center in Gainesville, Fla., on Oct. 10, 2025.

Sports

Florida volleyball tops Missouri in four sets behind Milica Vidacic’s late push

By Ava DiCecca | Oct. 10

Opinion

College Friend: Can I expect my roommates to clean up after my pet?

By Alejandra Agustin | Oct. 10

Less than once a month, my cat makes a small mess (hairball, knocking over the trash) in the common area when I’m in class or at work. Instead of occasionally taking a few minutes to clean it up, my roommates will text me about it and leave the mess until I can get home, often hours later.

Florida Gators head coach Billy Napier during warmups before a football game between the Texas Longhorns and the Florida Gators on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla.

Sports

How can Florida upset the No. 5 Texas A&M Aggies?

By Riley Orovitz | Oct. 10

The Gators are facing one of their biggest challenges of the season Saturday against the No. 5 Texas A&M Aggies. Here are three keys to the Gators' potential upset victory.

Metro

UF student arrested on felony battery charges after tailgate incident at fraternity house

By Alexa Ryan | Oct. 10

Thursday night, a 20-year-old UF student was arrested on charges of a felony battery after allegedly throwing a broken metal basketball rim over a privacy fence.

News

Mini crossword for Oct. 10, 2025

By Rohit Paranjape | Oct. 10

Play The Alligator's original mini crossword.

Sports

Major rule change could allow NCAA Division I athletes to bet on professional sports

By Riley Orovitz | Oct. 9

On Wednesday, the Division I Administrative Committee adopted a proposal allowing student athletes and athletics department staff members to bet on professional sports.

Florida Gators Men’s Basketball celebrates on stage with their trophy after winning the National Championship against the Houston Cougars in the NCAA Tournament on Monday, April 7, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas.

Sports

2025 Final Four court donated to Florida Victorious

By Adrian Carmona | Oct. 9

The hardwood of Florida basketball’s historic 2025 championship run was purchased by an anonymous donor and donated to Florida Victorious, the UF Name, Image and Likeness collective, Florida Victorious announced Wednesday morning.