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Fresh Paint Thu, 7 Aug 2008 02:12:37 -0400
Charlie Doerner, Alligator Feature photo

Gator Ride offers students free rides home for fall Thu, 7 Aug 2008 02:14:21 -0400
Members of UF’s Student Senate promoted an effort Tuesday to help students at the nation’s No.1 party school get home safe.

Cornelius Ingram done for season with torn ACL Thu, 7 Aug 2008 22:26:47 -0400
This isn't what Cornelius Ingram had in his mind when he decided to return for his senior year.

Kind of a big deal: Local agent creates two–day music festival Thu, 7 Aug 2008 02:10:37 -0400
Pat Lavery has done it all. He has played a prominent role in Gainesville’s music scene since the late ‘90s, working his way up from going to shows and meeting bands to working at a local radio station to starting his own booking agency called Glory Days Booking.

‘Swing Vote’ fails to win over audience with hazy plot Thu, 7 Aug 2008 02:14:51 -0400
Just in time for our own election season, “Swing Vote” enters theaters and, like most politicians, tries hard to reflect the thoughts and feelings of the average American.

Lollapalooza ‘08: Music and mayhem in the windy city Thu, 7 Aug 2008 02:13:25 -0400
“We’re from Oakland, Calif., but we love Chicago,” was the sentiment echoed by Zach Rogue after his band, Rogue Wave, ended their first song for Lollapalooza 2008. As tens of thousands descended upon Grant Park, it was hard to imagine anyone disagreeing with the statement. Lines were long and seat–saving situations grew tense, even downright nasty as the Chicago sun began to set. But these moments couldn’t ruin the eventful and eclectic weekend of music.

Reznor extends hand that feeds with new album release Thu, 7 Aug 2008 02:13:52 -0400
Feeling the pinch yet? Getting squeezed at the pump? Gouged at the grocery store? Not to worry. While Congress waffles over another round of stimulus checks and Sen. John McCain whets the collective petroleum appetite by dangling a gas tax holiday just out of reach of this nation’s penny–pinching fingertips, Nine Inch Nails is actually offering a whiff of wallet–sparing practicality.

Codependency doesn’t make couples cute Thu, 7 Aug 2008 02:14:31 -0400
As part of the follow–up to my first article, I thought I would continue to talk about codependency because if you have full love for yourself, you won’t be codependent.

Juicy Campus through the ages Wed, 6 Aug 2008 23:19:25 -0400

Bush, Cheney deserve impeachment Thu, 7 Aug 2008 02:11:26 -0400
Given their Nixon–esque polling numbers, it’s safe to say that President George W. Bush and Vice President Dick Cheney are not exactly the most popular pair to grace 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. In fact, only about 25 percent of people think our feckless leader is doing a good job. Incidentally, the same percentage of people predicted that the second coming of Jesus would occur in 2007. I’ve got a hunch that there’s a lot of overlap in those two groups.

Darts & Laurels Thu, 7 Aug 2008 02:12:18 -0400
You could best describe the current mood at the Department of Darts and Laurels as ambivalent. Summer classes have finally come to an end, and we’re stuck somewhere in between nostalgia and euphoria.

Correction: New Gainesville Resort to Pamper Pets Thu, 7 Aug 2008 20:54:57 -0400
Pet Paradise does not offer veterinary services. The Alligator reported otherwise on July 31.

Enter the comfort zone Thu, 07 Aug 2008 12:58:00 EST
Tallahassee Democrat Editorial Page Editor Mary Ann Lindley gives an overview of life in Tallahassee.

Local news Thu, 07 Aug 2008 09:08:00 EST
Habitat for Humanity dedication

Updated: Meggs says he won't prosecute DEA cases because of Hoffman case Thu, 07 Aug 2008 13:34:00 EST
State Attorney Willie Meggs has told the Tallahassee Democrat that his decision to no longer prosecute cases involving the federal Drug Enforcement Administration is, "probably more symbolic than it is substantive, but I am very serious about it."

What's around here Thu, 07 Aug 2008 13:04:00 EST
Writer Andy Lindstrom takes a look at the the area surrounding Tallahassee, including Gadsden, Wakulla and Jefferson counties, and south Georgia.

Defendant in Hoffman case enters not guilty plea Thu, 07 Aug 2008 11:41:00 EST
Andrea Green, 25, of Perry, has pleaded not guilty in connection with the May murder of a Tallahassee police informant, Rachel Hoffman.

Judge orders Detroit mayor, FAMU grad to jail Thu, 07 Aug 2008 10:47:00 EST
DETROIT -- Judge Ronald Giles just sent Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick to jail moments after the mayor pleaded for forgiveness and admitted he made an unauthorized trip to Windsor on city business. Windsor is in Ontario just across the Detroit River. Kilpatrick graduated from FAMU as a political-science major. He was also captain of the football team.

Officials: Florida more prepared for disasters than ever before Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:47:00 EST
Florida is more ready for a hurricane and other disasters than ever before, Gov. Charlie Crist and top emergency-management officers said Wednesday.

More retail coming to SouthWood Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:25:00 EST
A 460,000-square-foot shopping center along Capital Circle Southeast just south of Tram Road is slated to open in 18 months.

Utility costs hit universities hard Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:24:00 EST
Florida's public universities have another financial hurdle to scale in these days of state budget cuts — skyrocketing utility costs.

Plain talk Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST
Mark Rosenberg apparently has learned in his two-and-a-half years as chancellor of the State University System to emulate Harry Truman by being plain-spoken about Florida's failure to invest in higher education, regardless of the political points it costs him.

Wild Things Wed, 06 Aug 2008 17:38:00 EST
See and submit nature photos

Leon County making plans for new libraries Wed, 06 Aug 2008 16:43:00 EST
The construction site has been chosen and plans have already been drawn up for the new Lake Jackson branch library, which county officials plan to start building in October.

Tallahassee boxer Cloud fighting before prime time audience Thu, 07 Aug 2008 17:31:00 EST
Julio Gonzalez has gone just about everywhere in search of a breakthrough prizefight victory.

Former Tallahassee resident sentenced to prison in child sexual battery case Thu, 07 Aug 2008 17:05:00 EST
A 41-year-old man was sentenced Thursday in Circuit Court to 30 years in prison for four counts of sexual battery and two counts of lewd or lascivious battery, according to the State Attorney's Office.

Judge's ruling means some with developmental disabilities could get less state money Thu, 07 Aug 2008 15:33:00 EST
A quarter of the 31,000 Floridians who get state money for help with developmental disabilities could get less from the state after an administrative judge ruled new procedures for assigning care is legal.

Updated: State Attorney's Office reported problems with police DUI investigator Thu, 07 Aug 2008 15:06:00 EST
In a letter dated July 9 to Tallahassee Police Department Chief Dennis Jones, State Attorney Willie Meggs wrote about problems his office has had with Investigator Holly Lofland, who has testified for many DUI cases.

What was, and will be Thu, 07 Aug 2008 13:04:00 EST
Writer Andy Lindstrom gives a quick tour of the history of Tallahassee and Florida's Big Bend, and takes a glance at what this area might become.

Jericho to broadcast FAMU football Thu, 07 Aug 2008 11:01:00 EST
Florida A&M University announced today it has signed a contract with the Black College Sports Network, a division of Jericho Broadcast Networks, Inc.

TPD: Man pulled over for speeding, arrested for drug possession Thu, 07 Aug 2008 10:26:00 EST
A man who was pulled over for speeding around 11 p.m. Wednesday ended up getting arrested for drug violations and violating his probation, according to the Tallahassee Police Department.

Scallopers must use caution in Big Bend waters Thu, 07 Aug 2008 09:45:00 EST
With little more than a month left in one of the best scallop seasons ever, scoopers are still filling their quota in just a couple of hours.

Dempsey, Miller spar in circuit judge race Thu, 07 Aug 2008 07:34:00 EST
Circuit Judge Angela C. Dempsey and challenger William J. "Bill" Miller Jr. traded barbs Wednesday in what is becoming an unusually heated race for the legal bench.

Bob Gabordi's Blog: The odd case of the missing tomatoes Thu, 07 Aug 2008 07:21:00 EST

Spotlight on newcomers as FSU football begins preseason Thu, 07 Aug 2008 06:08:00 EST
New rule. Newcomers are off limits to the media during the preseason for the first time during the Bobby Bowden Era.

AG sues Quincy ad company Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:58:00 EST
Florida Attorney General Bill McCollum filed a lawsuit Wednesday against a Quincy-based Internet advertising company, accusing the owners of operating a huge pyramid scheme and seeking civil damages for the victims.

Mickey Andrews 'excited' for 25th preseason Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:56:00 EST
Mickey Andrews arrived at Florida State in 1983 with the challenge to build a championship defense and help the Seminoles become a football powerhouse.

Universities want reserve dollars for pay problem Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:52:00 EST
In the past two weeks, both the pastor of Bethel Missionary Baptist Church and the president of Florida's flagship school have made a special request to the governor: Release reserve dollars to keep public universities from losing more momentum.

Solar home nets award for Simpler Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:25:00 EST
Tallahassee's Simpler Solar Systems has won an Aurora Award for the company's work creating one of the state's most energy-efficient homes.

FSU defensive coordinator assesses his squad position by position Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:20:00 EST
Veteran Florida State defensive coordinator Mickey Andrews is waiting for players to complete summer school before putting together a preseason depth chart that represents the elements important to him in ranking players at each position. That includes performance in spring practice, the offseason and in the classroom.

Political guessing game: Who paid for that ad? Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST
Screven Watson is a Democrat and he is for truth, but he's only one man.

Updated: Golfer's fame lingers from Chamber's annual conference Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST
Activities and events at the Annual Chamber Community Conference begin Friday at the Amelia Island Resort, where 400 attendees will explore business topics and make contacts that will help them professionally.

FSU and FAMU to hold summer commencement ceremonies Wed, 06 Aug 2008 20:01:00 EST
Nearly 2,000 students will graduate from Florida State and Florida A&M universities Friday and Saturday at the Tallahassee-Leon County Civic Center. Each of the public universities will hold summer commencement ceremonies this weekend. FAMU's program will start Friday at 6 p.m. Doors will be open to the public at 4:30 p.m. and the graduation march will start at 5:40 p.m. Acclaimed author and professor Dennis Kimbro will be the commencement speaker. FSU's program will start Saturday at 9 a.m. About 1,300 students will participate in the ceremony. R. Eugene Taylor, FSU alum and former vice chairman and president of Global Corporate and Investment Banking for Bank of America, will be keynote speaker. Return to Tallahassee.com for more details.

Outlying counties reducing sheriff's office, fire department funding Wed, 06 Aug 2008 16:36:00 EST
Outlying counties are facing diminished property tax revenues due to the impacts of Amendment 1, and in some cases, diminishing property tax values.

We want to know: Share with us your Olympics excitement Wed, 06 Aug 2008 15:16:00 EST
The Tallahassee Democrat is working on a story about the Summer Olympics in Beijing, which kick off Friday.

DJJ fires 12 detention officers for use of 'inappropriate' Web sites Thu, 07 Aug 2008 15:15:00 EST
The Department of Juvenile Justice today announced the firings of 12 detention officers, including at least one supervisor, in a continuing investigation of employees using state computers to scan "inappropriate" Web sites, including some featuring pornography.

Updated: BOG opens budget bidding at $3.7 billion Thu, 07 Aug 2008 15:15:00 EST
JACKSONVILLE -- The Florida Board of Governors approved a $3.7 billion budget request Thursday, a $350 million increase over current-year spending.

The weather Thu, 07 Aug 2008 13:03:00 EST
Newcomers to Tallahassee may notice the beautiful weather before they notice just about anything else. Temperatures are usually warm, sometimes downright hot and humid, with a few rainy days interspersed here and there. Save the really hot days, Tallahassee weather is about easygoing as the rest of this region.

Local shops switch to waterborne automotive finishes Thu, 07 Aug 2008 07:56:00 EST
Automotive painting in Tallahassee is changing with the arrival of waterborne products that can reduce the emission of harmful vapors by 45 percent over solvent-based products, companies say.

Credit crunch has very real effect on business financing Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:46:00 EST
Financial institutions are in a precarious position today. With the economy slowing down and significant losses in the institutions' real estate portfolios, many banks are cutting back credit to both new and established accounts.

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