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Study predicts new presence of Zika virus in Florida
By Anthony Nicotera | Mar. 22, 2016The infamous Zika virus is closer to home than some may think.
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Upcoming exhibit to combine literary and visual artwork
By Lauren Johnson | Mar. 21, 2016The Historic Thomas Center will combine two forms of art for its first time at an upcoming exhibit.
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Gainesville parks' operating hours change
By Brittany Spino | Mar. 21, 2016Several of Gainesville’s nature parks changed operating hours for spring and summer after the recent time change.
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Women's group brings inspiration to Gainesville
By Janiece Sebris | Mar. 21, 2016A women’s empowerment and support group will hold its first gathering today.
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Gainesville sees increase in burglaries this semester
By Meryl Kornfield | Mar. 20, 2016Gainesville Police Department announced Friday that burglaries are 50 percent higher compared to the same time last year.
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Wing Week Madness: App offering wing deals
By Brittany Spino | Mar. 20, 2016Seven days of discounted chicken wings: There’s an app for that.
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Police: Man arrested for attempted murder
By Martin Vassolo | Mar. 20, 2016Police arrested a Gainesville man early Friday morning after they said he shot his gun at a moving car.
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KFC offers halal chicken, gains customers
By Alexa Lorenzo | Mar. 20, 2016More residents have bought KFC since its Gainesville locations began to offer halal meat.
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Kanapaha Gardens holds 26th annual Spring Garden Festival
By Sara Marino | Mar. 17, 2016Andraya Mendez plans to add another plant to the half-dozen succulents and flowers already in her apartment.
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Shelters seek support during abundant kitten season
By Anne Marie Tamburro | Mar. 17, 2016In a cemetery outside of Gainesville, someone deserted three bright-eyed kittens in 2015.
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Former UF track star arrested for kidnapping, battery
By Martin Vassolo | Mar. 17, 2016Police arrested former UF athlete Dedric Antoine Dukes on Thursday morning after they said he repeatedly assaulted, kidnapped and threatened his girlfriend with a gun over the course of four months.
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Column: The GOP created Trump; he'll destroy it. What next?
Mar. 17, 2016The Republican Party has failed to stop Trump.
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Darts & Laurels: 03/18/2016
Mar. 17, 2016It’s been a wild ride this week, dear readers. Between the Florida primary and mayoral elections, there has been plenty to keep the Alligator newsroom busy and bustling. But now, it’s time for everyone’s favorite part of the week: a time to reflect on the good and the bad, the pretty and the ugly. Thanks for tuning in, readers, to this week’s edition of…
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Police: Man arrested with 89 grams of weed, 183 tablets of Xanax
By Martin Vassolo | Mar. 17, 2016A Gainesville man was charged Wednesday after police said they found nearly 200 grams of various drugs in his home.
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Police: After Facebook feud, a knife threat
By Martin Vassolo | Mar. 17, 2016A Gainesville woman was arrested Wednesday after police said she threatened to cut her neighbor for making a Facebook comment.
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Matheson History Museum extends popular exhibit
By Anthony Nicotera | Mar. 16, 2016A display that examines national and local African-American history will stay in Gainesville longer than expected.
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St. Patty's Day in Gainesville: Events and deals
Mar. 16, 2016Brewery to celebrate St. Patty’s Day with music and beer
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The votes are in: Clinton, Trump, Poe and Hayes-Santos victorious
Mar. 15, 2016For president, Florida voters chose Hillary Clinton for the Democratic nominee and Donald Trump for the Republican.
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Police: Custodian worker steals $900 in gift cards
Mar. 15, 2016A maintenance worker at University House apartments was arrested Monday morning after police said he stole $900 worth of gift cards from his manager’s desk.
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Local business hosts event for community members to share innovative ideas
By Madison Behm | Mar. 15, 2016A local business will hold its third Studio Talk for entrepreneurs and small business owners Thursday.
