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Miami Bus Service will continue its shuttle service between UF and South Florida this holiday season despite scrutiny after one of the company’s buses crashed in Miami, killing two people.

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Grounded UF cheer squad sees support

By Samantha Shavell | Dec. 3, 2012

Alumni and supporters have taken to the Internet to express their discontent with the University Athletic Association’s recent decision to ground UF cheerleaders.

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Gainesville Civic Chorus

By Linda S. DiFranco | Dec. 3, 2012

I am a Gainesville resident and have been for 18 years. Sunday night, I had the most wonderful musical experience!

Forward Erik Murphy (33) shoots during Florida’s 58-40 win against Savannah State on Nov. 20 in the O’Connell Center.

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Forward Erik Murphy could miss game vs. FSU

By KATIE AGOSTIN | Dec. 3, 2012

Coach Billy Donovan may have to once again test out a new starting lineup.

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Students cram into libraries as finals loom

By Laura Hogan | Dec. 3, 2012

Averaging about 17 heads per minute, the students flowed into Library West around 1:30 p.m. Monday, the revolving door whirring about and around.

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UL coach Charlie Strong has UF ties

By ADAM PINCUS | Dec. 3, 2012

When Florida takes on Louisville 29 days from now, Will Muschamp will see a familiar face on the opposite sideline — former Gators defensive coordinator Charlie Strong.

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Christmas goes beyond red and green at poinsettia sale

By Noelia Trujillo | Dec. 3, 2012

For Sheila Scolaro, a 21-year-old plant science junior at UF, one of the best parts of the holidays isn’t decorating a Christmas tree.

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Tiny athletes sprint toward victory while UF first lady, mayor watch on

By Colleen Wright | Dec. 3, 2012

The Young Athletes Culminating Event, sponsored by Special Olympics Florida and Balance 180 Gymnastics, was held Sunday at St. Francis Catholic High School.

Danielle Ruiz, left, stands with Laura Kalt, her victim advocate at the Gainesville Police Department. Victims can receive free, confidential counseling by contacting the Alachua County Rape Crisis center at 352-264-6760.

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Featured Story - Silenced Voices

Dec. 3, 2012

In a system demanding more than testimony, rapes go unpunished.

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Christmas debates are null if we’re terrible

Dec. 2, 2012

It’s time for people whining about our culture “taking the Christ out of Christmas” to irritate me out of my socks.

Gainesville residents gather as Mayor Craig Lowe lights the city Christmas tree Saturday night at the Thomas Center. The Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration was free and open to the public.

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City decks the halls at annual tree-lighting ceremony downtown

By Rachel Crosby | Dec. 2, 2012

Mayor Craig Lowe counted down from three. Christmas carolers held their hymnals. Children waited, their eyes wide with wonder.

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In the middle of studying for finals, we’re all fantasizing about what we’ll be doing over the winter break. Many of us do the same things year after year, but the college experience is about learning new skills, gaining knowledge, networking and, at the very least, creating some good stories to tell future grandchildren. Why not try something new this season?

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