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Long-distance relationships can test the strength of any commitment, so it’s important to weigh out the pros and cons before getting involved in one.

NEWS

Long-distance relationships tough, but can be worth it

By Emily Culclasure | Mar. 14, 2012

Long-distance relationships don’t always work, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t worth a shot.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Watch Theatre Strike Force perform 12 hours of improv

By Nicole La Hoz | Mar. 14, 2012

Before, there was caroling about the number 12. Today, there’s camping on the North Lawn for 12 hours.

NEWS

Correction

Mar. 14, 2012

The Monday edition of the Alligator incorrectly reported that Garrett Garner brought Totuit to Gainesville. Garner brought Totuit to the table to talk about advancing Gainesville economically.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS TENNIS

Undefeated Oyen rallies, UF women's tennis beats Duke

By ELI MARGER | Mar. 14, 2012

Sofie Oyen trudged off the court and tossed her racket on the ground in disgust. Frustration had gotten the better of the sophomore, and she trailed her match 6-2.

Former Florida midfielder Janine Hillier, who transferred to Stony Brook in the offseason, stands by herself during the Gators' 17-4 win over the Seawolves on Wednesday. Hillier was held scoreless.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS LACROSSE

Florida lacrosse overcomes slow start, dominates Stony Brook

By JOSH JURNOVOY< | Mar. 14, 2012

The Gators were forced to play at a slow pace for most of the first half on Wednesday.

Former UF professor Stephen Mulkey speaks about climate change in the Smathers Library East on Tuesday night.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Speaker urges action against climate change

By Jenna Lyons | Mar. 13, 2012

About 100 people snacked on brownies Tuesday night as they listened to not-so-sweet predictions about the future of climate change.

Sarah Durling, 18, of California, passes out handouts for Survivors of the Abortion Holocaust on Turlington Plaza on Tuesday afternoon. The group, which is partnered with pro-life group Created Equal, is on a nationwide tour, displaying graphic posters of mutilated fetuses to spread abortion awareness. The UF Pro-Life Alliance also displayed posters on the Plaza of the Americas. All groups will display tomorrow as well.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Anti-abortion group backs methods with First Amendment

By Kelsey Meany | Mar. 13, 2012

Roy Broderick screamed, “What the f--k?” as he passed through Turlington Plaza on Tuesday morning.

Former Florida baseball player Preston Tucker hits a three-run home run in a 9-2 win against Florida State on March 13, 2012. Tucker will join the Houston Astros on Thursday.

SPORTS | BASEBALL

Tucker home run sparks nine-run barrage, leads UF past rival Seminoles

Mar. 13, 2012

With one third-inning swing, Preston Tucker made things right again for the Gators.

Former Florida running back Chris Rainey said potential suitors in April’s NFL Draft have been asking him about his 2010 arrest.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Rainey draws praise at Pro Day; Brantley working on footwork

By TOM GREEN | Mar. 13, 2012

Chris Rainey isn’t concerned about his NFL Draft stock; he doesn’t “want to hear all of that bullcrap.”

Carl Bovard feeds 2-year-old Siberian tiger Sampson at Single Vision, a cat and endangered species educational facility in Melrose.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Sanctuary owner hopes to educate on endangered species

By ELIZABETH BEHRMAN | Mar. 13, 2012

Every day at about 4 a.m., Carl Bovard is awakened by his 12 cats.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Driskel, Brissett entrenched in battle for starting QB spot

By GREG LUCA | Mar. 13, 2012

Not long after new offensive coordinator Brent Pease had been hired, Jeff Driskel and Jacoby Brissett were in his office, trying to get a copy of their new playbook.

NEWS | CAMPUS STUDENT GOVERNMENT

UF Pride Awareness Month to feature speakers, drag show

By Katherine Hahn | Mar. 13, 2012

Pride Awareness Month at UF begins March 19 and will include speakers, a drag show and an indie-rock band performance.

SPORTS | COLUMNS

Annual Florida-Florida State rivalry should be weekend series

By TOM GREEN | Mar. 13, 2012

Kevin O’Sullivan knows what Gators fans are interested in.

METRO | CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Deli owner charged with trying to slice employee with meat cleaver

Mar. 13, 2012

The co-owner of Hong Kong Deli & Market is accused of elbowing his colleague and trying to slice an employee with a meat cleaver.

As a player, Amanda Butler led UF to its first NCAA tourney berth in Bowling Green, Ohio, in 1993.

SPORTS | WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

Butler, Florida return to site of first NCAA berth

By JOE MORGAN | Mar. 13, 2012

Bowling Green, Ohio, is a city of firsts for Gators women’s basketball.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Engineers celebrate Pi Day

By Samantha Shavell | Mar. 13, 2012

UF’s College of Engineering is celebrating Pi Day by encouraging engineering students to stay around to finish their major.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Concert to benefit Satchel’s

By Jovahn Huertas | Mar. 13, 2012

In the wake of a fire that crippled a popular pizza place, supporters have rallied to put on shows for the restaurant’s out-of-work employees.

Flaco's, located at 200 W University Ave., will open a second location in Midtown.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Flaco’s to open second location

By Michael Scott Davidson | Mar. 13, 2012

Students who crave Cuban food won’t have to travel far once Flaco’s opens its second location in Midtown.

Sophomore pitcher Hannah Rogers (left) said junior catcher Kelsey Horton (right) has adjusted well to playing behind the plate in place of injured starter and clean-up hitter Brittany Schutte.

SPORTS | SOFTBALL

UF softball's Horton filling in admirably for injured slugger Schutte

By JONATHAN CZUPRYN< | Mar. 13, 2012

Brittany Schutte taking a ball to the face was like a kick in the gut for the Gators. Or, it was supposed to be.

METRO | CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Man charged with tampering with bikes at Museum Walk

By Adrianna Paidas | Mar. 13, 2012

A Gainesville man was charged with trying to steal multiple bicycles Monday night in an apartment complex off 34th Street.

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