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Saturday, February 28, 2026

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OPINION  |  EDITORIALS

Dumbing Down

We are not surprised the “Twilight” saga is still eliciting “Harry Potter” levels of fanaticism out of women of all ages, but we would be lying if we said it has not had a profound impact on our faith in humanity.


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THE AVENUE  |  LIFESTYLE

Dave’s ideal Fourth of July extravaganza

The Fourth of July. It’s possibly the greatest holiday that has ever existed. Some guys signed a piece of paper that brought the United States of America into existence, and more than two centuries later we commemorate that day in the most American way: grilling, getting belligerently drunk and watching things explode. I love July Fourth because I’m a big fan of America. It’s pretty much the best country I’ve ever lived in.


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OPINION  |  COLUMNS

Government spending out of control

On Tuesday, I attended the Gainesville Area Chamber of Commerce Candidate forum for County Commission candidates. About a hundred business owners showed up to hear the vision of the six candidates for Alachua County. One common theme prevailed: the burden on local business from all levels of government has to subside for the health of the local economy. Increased taxation was shied away from by candidates from both parties. Consistently, all the candidates said we can either be dragged down by the national economic situation, or we find ways to improve upon it.


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