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OPINION | COLUMNS

Student shooting raises concerns

By Jeremiah Tattersall | Mar. 15, 2010

We, as a community, are saddened by the recent events in which a geography Ph.D. student, Kofi Adu-Brempong was shot by a University Police Department officer. It appears this situation did not warrant the use of deadly force and that UPD allowed the situation to escalate out of control. Our questions seem to be falling on deaf ears.

NEWS

Alligator MusiCast #8

By FRANKIE FUSCO | Mar. 15, 2010

This week in Gainesville music is a big 'un; luckily, the latest MusiCast is here to help.

NEWS

Facebook users need to watch out for viruses

By SWAPNA KASTURI | Mar. 15, 2010

Evan Facebook isn't safe from hackers and viruses. Learn what you can do to avoid having hackers take over your computer through Facebook.

NEWS

Swamp Head Brewery cleans up competition at Beerfest 2010

By Richard O. Stehli | Mar. 15, 2010

During last weekend's Florida Brewers Guild’s Beerfest 2010 in Ybor City in Tampa, a Gainesville brewery won several awards for their local beer.

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

Gators land first NCAA Tournament bid since 2007

By ADAM BERRY | Mar. 14, 2010

After two disappointing seasons and a long two-day wait, Florida is back in the NCAA Tournament.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS TRACK

UF men's track team takes national title

By RYAN BUTLER< | Mar. 14, 2010

Behind seven individual All-American performances, the UF men’s track team won the 2010 NCAA Indoor Championships in Fayetteville, Ark., this weekend.

SPORTS | COLUMNS

Tourney berth comes as a shock

Mar. 14, 2010

Wow.

SPORTS | BASEBALL

Charleston Southern hands No. 6 UF first home loss

By ANTHONY CHIANG | Mar. 14, 2010

Charleston Southern’s cleanup hitter beat Florida from the mound instead of the batter’s box Sunday.

SPORTS | SOFTBALL

No. 4 Gators take series with finale win against Rebels

By GREG LUCA< | Mar. 14, 2010

After going just 3 for 14 with runners in scoring position in Game 2, Florida got the big hits right when it needed them Sunday.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS

UF lacrosse falls to Johns Hopkins

By TONI-ANN MILLER | Mar. 14, 2010

Florida’s defense could not stand up to Johns Hopkins’ offense — specifically attacker Candace Rossi — in an 16-8 loss Saturday in Baltimore, Md.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS TENNIS

Bangoura contributes in singles and doubles competition

By ANDREW OLSON < | Mar. 14, 2010

Sekou Bangoura Jr. is usually one of the first Gators to finish his singles set and help set up a win.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS GOLF

Gators men's golf team struggles in Las Vegas

By KELSIE HOECHERL | Mar. 14, 2010

The Florida men’s golf team wrapped up their Spring Break on a disappointing note.

OPINION | LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Univeristy Police Department used excessive force

By Ky Gress | Mar. 14, 2010

Like many people in the UF community, I would like to know why five University Police Department officers were unable to physically restrain a student with disabilities who was “armed” with a cane?

OPINION | COLUMNS

Alligator Columnist plans to build dinosaur park

By Ryan Spencer | Mar. 14, 2010

Abandoning the typical weeklong alcohol/Gatorade cycle set against a backdrop of sandy shorelines (or, less frequently, powder-laden slopes), I sipped not on ‘tron, but water, and did so in the confines of my own backyard. Had I adopted a new sense of responsibility for my health? Was it a case of middle school-reminiscent yardwork mandated by my parents, or was it perhaps HGTV-triggered gardening mania? Don’t be ridiculous — I’ve got two words for you: dinosaur cage.

METRO

Inmates let the dogs out

By MEG WAGNER | Mar. 14, 2010

Keith Skipper has taught MoJo, a 1-year-old Basenji and Italian greyhound mix, everything he knows.

OPINION | LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Iowa elementary schooler seeks help

By Jonah C. | Mar. 14, 2010

My name is Jonah C. I’m a fifth-grade student in Harlan, Iowa. My class is studying the geography and history of the United States. I need your help to complete my state project. I picked the great state of Florida. It would be greatly appreciated if you could send me a post card, souvenir or any information on Florida wildlife. My teacher would also like a license plate. Thank you for your time.

METRO

City fire chief to resign, take county position

By CINDY TAVERAS | Mar. 14, 2010

After nearly 25 years with Gainesville Fire Rescue, Fire Chief Bill Northcutt will resign this month to work with the Alachua County Fire Rescue.

METRO | POLITICS

Five Race for District 4

By MINCH MINCHIN | Mar. 14, 2010

Gainesville voters will elect a new Gainesville mayor and a new member to the City Commission’s District 4 on Tuesday.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Public safety group looks into shooting

By KATHERINE BEIN and MINCH MINCHIN | Mar. 14, 2010

UF President Bernie Machen has called for an independent investigation.

METRO

The Lowe Down: Voters should elect Craig Lowe for mayor

By The Alligator Editorial Board | Mar. 14, 2010

Tuesday, Gainesville voters will decide the city’s next mayor, and residents who live near the UF campus will also decide who will fill a City Commission spot.

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