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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.

Explore our interactive project detailing the Hoffman case Sun, 10 Aug 2008 16:11:00 EST
Click here to explore the new Rachel Hoffman interactive project. With photos, videos, stories, documents, forums and more, the in-depth presentation walks through Hoffman's life and death, the controversy surrounding the use of confidential informants, community commentary, the indictment of two men in Hoffman's death and the legal battle to seal evidence in the case.

rattlernews Sat, 09 Aug 2008 20:31:00 EST
Check out FAMU Media Day

Fans treated to a show at FSU Media Day Sun, 10 Aug 2008 18:34:00 EST
When asked why she was attending FSU Fan Day, 12-year-old Clarie Kelly, clad in a garnet "Lose Carbs. Eat Gator!" T-shirt, responded simply, "I like football."

FSU QB Weatherford boasts 'well-rounded receivers' at Media Day Sun, 10 Aug 2008 17:02:00 EST
FSU quarterback Drew Weatherford expects his job to be a bit easier. Cornerback Tony Carter has already found his to be more difficult during Florida State's preseason camp.

Until the death of Rachel Hoffman, TPD's Pender, Odom known as 'exemplary' Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:49:00 EST
When the sun rose on May 7, Tallahassee Police Department Officer Ryan Pender had an "exemplary" record from his first seven years on the force.

Cloud now waits for title foe Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:24:00 EST
Now that he's established himself as the next light heavyweight to challenge for the world championship, there are a few pressing things on Tavoris Cloud's must-do list.

nolesports Sat, 09 Aug 2008 20:36:00 EST
See FSU football practice

County at-large: Akinyemi offers a temperate new voice Fri, 08 Aug 2008 18:41:00 EST
Voters in the race for the at-large seat on the Leon County Commission will be able to choose from among three distinctive candidates.

FAMU speedster Donovan Johnson ready to play in 2008 Sun, 10 Aug 2008 18:14:00 EST
The Florida A&M football media guide says Donovan Johnson didn't play in 2007. It doesn't say why the defensive back from Miami wasn't on the field with his teammates.

Rattler pride rears its head Sun, 10 Aug 2008 18:01:00 EST
Watching the NFL draft the last couple of years during his professional career wasn't easy for Earl Holmes.

'Noles offensive line young, but impressive Sun, 10 Aug 2008 17:09:00 EST
Florida State senior quarterback Drew Weatherford admits he was "concerned" about the Seminoles' young offensive line heading into preseason practice. Understandably so. The only starters returning to the line in 2008 are true sophomores Ryan McMahon and Rodney Hudson. Other than those two, who were both freshman All-Americans last season, there are question marks and inexperience lining up everywhere else in front of the QB. Through the first three days of fall practice though, Weatherford said he has been quite impressed with how quickly the newcomers have been picking things up. "I was really, really surprised," he said with a smile. "And happy." McMahon, who started all 13 games at center in 2007, said on Sunday that he thinks the offensive line has a chance to be very good, very early. "We're real strong," he said. "The main thing is everybody is tough and works hard and has a good work ethic. So we're able to get a lot done. "We're trying to get good habits and build off of those." Hudson, who has moved back to guard after working at tackle in the spring, said the newcomers aren't close to being comfortable yet with their techniques or their assignments. But that hasn't slowed down their effort at all. "When they make mistakes, they make them fast," Hudson said. "If you're going to make a mistake, at least make it fast. As a young guy, if you just play hard and learn the playbook it will come to you. The more and more you play, the playbook starts to make a lot more sense to you." Hudson, the wily, grizzled veteran who just turned the ripe old age of 19 on July 12, and McMahon are the only experienced linemen in a group that consists of five true freshmen, three redshirt freshmen and JUCO transfer Joe Tonga, who arrived in Tallahassee just three days before the start of preseason campus. "We don't have any juniors or seniors," McMahon said. "That's crazy. But we've just got to work hard and listen to what (offensive line coach Rick) Trickett says. We've got to step up and help the young guys. They've been coming along really good."

Two men, one armed with a gun, rob the new Tallahassee IHOP Sun, 10 Aug 2008 08:36:00 EST
The International House of Pancakes on Apalachee Parkway was robbed Saturday night.

Economy is 'a perfect storm' Sun, 10 Aug 2008 00:10:00 EST
The three contributing factors are declining home prices, tightening credit markets and the impact of rising energy costs.

Lieutenant who OK'd Hoffman drug buy has 'sustained' investigation on record Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:42:00 EST
According to personnel files, the Rachel Hoffman case represents the fifth time since 1999 that Lt. Taltha White has been investigated by the Tallahassee Police Department's internal-affairs unit and the second time an investigation involved a confidential informant.

Turnovers, injuries are why FAMU shapes up Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:00:00 EST
Joe Taylor took one look at the statistics from last season and spotted where FAMU troubles were.

business Sat, 09 Aug 2008 20:40:00 EST
Day 2 of the Chamber conference

Mary Ann Lindley: A beautiful mind changes on occasion Fri, 08 Aug 2008 17:24:00 EST
Waterworks, that intrepid cocktail bar on Thomasville Road, has the most entertaining newspaper ads I've seen in a while. A recent one advised: "We think inside the box because there's nobody there anymore except for us. And Schrodinger's cat."

Updated: Local government working to overcome budget shortages Sun, 10 Aug 2008 08:17:00 EST
Leaders speaking at the Annual Chamber Community Conference today outlined the financial obstacles that local government faces with budget limitations in a community that continues to grow and demand services.

AdSurfDaily checks reported cashed Sun, 10 Aug 2008 00:14:00 EST
Although federal prosecutors have frozen the accounts of AdSurfDaily Inc., a Quincy-based Internet advertising company, a few advertisers have reported their checks being cashed.

Leon County plans to build three new libraries for $20 million Sun, 10 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST
Leon County is planning to spend about $20 million over the next five years to build three new branch libraries and two expand others.

'Noles want power from athletic Stewart Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:02:00 EST
It's one of the most amazing things you'll ever see.

FAMU glad to have ferocious Shipman Sat, 09 Aug 2008 22:46:00 EST
Latasha Shipman didn't know it then, but she made a lasting impression on LeDawn Gibson when they first met a few years ago.

FAMU senior learning LB position from Rattlers great Sat, 09 Aug 2008 22:44:00 EST
FAMU's football preseason is five days old and Vernon Wilder still hasn't clobbered one of his teammates.

Letters to the editor Sat, 09 Aug 2008 17:51:00 EST
'Innocent' cannot be a trial jury's verdict

Tallahassee city commissioners question slow pace of Hoffman case Fri, 08 Aug 2008 08:13:00 EST
The city of Tallahassee has lost credibility by failing to own up to police mistakes made in the Rachel Hoffman case, City Commissioner Allan Katz said.

Three candidates vie for seat on 'people's court' Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:54:00 EST
When Leon County voters cast their vote for County Judge, they're choosing the representative of the judicial branch they're most likely to deal with.

Suspended FSU vets still helping Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:07:00 EST
Linebacker Dekoda Watson is reminded of his other role on the practice field every time he opens his locker.

Young 'Noles must prove themselves on the field Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:05:00 EST
None have played a single down in Doak Campbell Stadium.

See all past coverage of the Hoffman case Sat, 09 Aug 2008 22:00:00 EST

See our comprehensive election coverage Sat, 09 Aug 2008 21:56:00 EST

Zing! Sat, 09 Aug 2008 17:52:00 EST
Tax swap for a more regressive tax of others? Great idea. It only hurts those who are least likely to vote.

Early voting starts Monday Thu, 07 Aug 2008 16:53:00 EST
The primary election is still two weeks away, but early-bird voters in Leon County can cast their ballots as soon as Monday.

Cade Zimmerman's blog from Beijing Sun, 10 Aug 2008 16:30:00 EST
Today, I cheered on Hungary in water polo against their rival Montenegro. Montenegro is a new country which used to be part of Yugoslavia. According to my new Hungarian friend, Attila, this is his country's Dream Team. He explained that Hungary is small and very proud of their water polo team since it is one of the sports they can excel and often win a gold medal. Attila taught me how to yell in Hungarian, and I taught him how to high five. In the preliminary round, Hungary and Montenegro tied. Attila is worried his team may not keep its gold medal. Attila was one of Hungary's best wrestlers leading into the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta. Right before the Olympics he ripped his quad and his dreams of being an Olympian were gone Now he watches his team as a spectator and is enjoying Beijing. I am meeting amazing people at the Olympics from places which I have only read about. The Games really do bring the world together.

Tallahassee weather: Hot & dry Sun, 10 Aug 2008 06:10:00 EST
The National Weather Service in Tallahassee is calling for sunny and warm conditions today, with a high near 93.

Join in the conversation on our judges election forum Sat, 09 Aug 2008 21:58:00 EST

We need to invest in our community Sat, 09 Aug 2008 18:21:00 EST
Every day we have tough decisions to make — and our representatives, at all levels, are no exception. There are few "no brainers." We must weigh the pros and cons, informed by facts and enhanced by vision. Additionally, our representatives are expected to stir public opinion into the mix of information they consider before making reasoned decisions.

Southeastern Community Blood Center needs donors Sun, 10 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST
As a child, Doug Garthwait had a rare blood disease that caused him to bruise easily. As a result, he couldn't engage in any rough-and-tumble play with other children.

As fees rise, participation in Tallahassee adult sports drops Sun, 10 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST
The city of Tallahassee is seeing a noticeable drop in the number of people participating in its adult-sports programs after deciding earlier this year to raise fees as part of budget cuts.

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