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OPINION | COLUMNS

Why vaccinations are a necessity and not a terrible idea

Nov. 6, 2016

As we all know, ‘tis the season. I’m not talking about Christmas season, but that is fast-approaching. Are you ready? I know I’m not. Anyway, I digress. It is certainly election season, and fewer than 48 hours after this is published, we will know who will be our president for the next four years. That is equally cool as it is terrifying. Good luck, America. Again, I kid. I am talking about flu season.

Former President Bill Clinton visited Gainesville Saturday as part of a bus tour to rally votes in Florida for Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton, three days before Election Day and on the last day of early voting in Alachua County.

METRO | POLITICS

On last day of early voting, Bill Clinton visits Gainesville

By Melissa Gomez | Nov. 5, 2016

Stepping out of a black RV with the words “Stronger Together” on the side, former U.S. President Bill Clinton waved to surprised Gainesville residents Saturday afternoon.

Arkansas' Rawleigh Williams III (22) outruns Florida's Nick Washington (8) and DeAndre Goolsby (30) during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 5, 2016 in Fayetteville, Ark. Arkansas beat Florida 31-10. (AP Photo/Samantha Baker)

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

No. 11 Florida falls flat in road loss to Arkansas

By JORDAN MCPHERSON | Nov. 5, 2016

It was supposed to be a statement game.

When checking the car, deputies found a small, brown dachshund puppy in the back seat.

METRO

Puppy in the back seat for Gainesville man’s theft, high-speed pursuit

By Caitlin Ostroff | Nov. 5, 2016

After shooting a man, stealing his car and leading police on a high-speed pursuit — with a puppy in the backseat — a Gainesville man was arrested Friday, the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office said.

Savannah Jordan dribbles the ball during Florida's 5-2 win over Iowa State on Aug. 19 at James G. Pressly Stadium.

SPORTS | SOCCER

Florida defeats No. 2 South Carolina, advances to SEC Championship game

By Dylan Dixon | Nov. 4, 2016

Savannah Jordan has been in a funk recently.

An illustration was provided for “A Magdalene Requiem, In Search of Mercy” concert on Saturday. It displays a woman intended to be from one of the Magdalene asylums.

NEWS | FEATURES

The Requiem: Through music, a student honors lost lives

By Catherine Dickson | Nov. 3, 2016

On Saturday, Joshua Mazur will play songs for the dead.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Penn State professor discusses perceptions of death

By Robyn Wilbar | Nov. 3, 2016

An environmental and urban historian displayed the irony of a magazine cover at a talk Thursday. The cover depicted a funeral home with children full of life.

NEWS | CAMPUS

After UF student’s death, officials look into bicycle safety

By Molly Donovan | Nov. 3, 2016

In light of the death of a UF student bicyclist last week, many Gainesville residents — including Mayor Lauren Poe — have re-evaluated street safety in the city.

From left: U.S. congressional candidates Democrat Ken McGurn, independent Tom Wells and Republican Ted Yoho debated on Thursday evening at Santa Fe College during the Candidate Forums event, moderated by David Tegeder.

METRO | POLITICS

U.S. House candidates debate Obamacare, student debt

By Katelyn Newberg | Nov. 3, 2016

In front of a crowd of 50 residents, three congressional candidates squared off over the economy, the Affordable Care Act and student debt.

METRO | POLITICS

Candidate Spotlight: U.S. Congress Representative, District 3

Nov. 3, 2016

Get to know the candidates for Florida state representative District 3.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Florida Museum to host astronomy night

By Amanda Nardi | Nov. 3, 2016

Tonight, visitors of the Florida Museum of Natural History can see the stars up close.

NEWS | CAMPUS

UF and FSU to hold unity gospel concert this weekend

By Robyn Wilbar | Nov. 3, 2016

Wearing T-shirts inscribed with the words “Our hands are lifted,” Florida State University’s and UF’s gospel choirs will harmonize in concert for the first time.

SPORTS | COLUMNS

Picks Column: Week 10

Nov. 3, 2016

Site: Razorback Stadium (cap: 72,000)

Melanie Monteagudo (far right) heads the ball into the net during Florida's 6-0 win over Alabama on Oct. 20, 2016, at Donald R. Dizney Stadium.

SPORTS | SOCCER

Florida to face No. 2 South Carolina in SEC Tournament semifinals

By Dylan Dixon | Nov. 3, 2016

With Florida’s biggest game of the season on the line Wednesday night, Melanie Monteagudo stood nervously at midfield hoping the fate of the contest wouldn’t come down to her.

UF’s Justin Leon drives toward the basket during Florida’s 95-63 win against Auburn on Jan. 23, 2016, in the O’Connell Center.

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

Leon, Hayes looking to become impact players

By Ray Boone | Nov. 3, 2016

With tired legs and a sweat-soaked jersey, Justin Leon approached the free-throw line with the weight of the team on his shoulders.

OPINION | EDITORIALS

Darts & Laurels: November 4, 2016

Nov. 3, 2016

You’re sitting in the driver’s seat of your ol’ beat-up Chevy, parked at the edge of the hill overlooking the city. He’s looking as gorgeous as ever, illuminated by the twinkling lights of the town. “The city looks beautiful from here,” you whisper to him “but not as beautiful as you.” You lean in for the kiss, and he meets you there. “I’ve never done this before,” he giggles nervously as he crawls into the back seat. “Yeah, me neither,” you whisper to yourself as you turn around and look at him. He’s smiling, waving one finger your way, silently telling you to join him. You’re about to crawl back there, but you spot a copy of the Alligator on your dashboard. “Not tonight,” you say to the guy you love, who’s been waiting a whole year for this moment. “I’ve got to read…

OPINION | COLUMNS

The problem with TV news is partisan commentary

Nov. 3, 2016

On Monday, CNN announced it would be severing ties with Donna Brazile for furnishing Hillary Clinton campaign chairman John Podesta with questions that would be asked in one of the primary debates. The emails, which were provided by a WikiLeaks email dump, reveal that Brazile sent Podesta emails describing almost verbatim some of the questions Clinton would receive. While Brazile was initially hired by CNN specifically to be a Democratic strategist, her actions were, as her CNN colleague Jake Tapper put it, “journalistically horrifying.”

METRO | CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Georgia men pulled over with more than 100 grams of heroin

By Caitlin Ostroff | Nov. 3, 2016

Gainesville Police arrested two Georgia men after finding about 122 grams of heroin in their car Wednesday.

OPINION | COLUMNS

False advertising: the 'No Man’s Sky' video game and consumer protection

Nov. 3, 2016

Back in 2015, Sean Murray, the head developer and mastermind behind the video game “No Man’s Sky,” appeared on the late-night programs of Jimmy Fallon and Stephen Colbert to promote a game that was very far from being finished. Then, after multiple delays, the supposedly “completed” game was released in August, only to be bombarded with poor reviews and intense criticism.

NEWS | CAMPUS

UF to update login page on Nov. 6

By Paige Fry | Nov. 3, 2016

A branding agency spent about 100 hours designing the new UF login page.

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