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]]> Word has been floating around town for months that the world's most recognizable athlete has been spending time in our area. Tue, 10 Jun 2008 00:18:00 -0400 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/2008069/news/35825185 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/opinion04/100329982
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]]> Q: My mother had this ceramic mother chicken with her babies gathered around her. It has on the bottom, "Made by Weller Pottery." She had this for a very long time, and when she passed away, I became the owner of it. I have looked on the Web for any information on this mother chicken and her babies at the Weller Pottery [Web site], but could not... Fri, 19 Mar 2010 23:12:00 -0400 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/columnists/3201000 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/articles/100319348
]]> Today is the first day of spring. For this year's top spring shoe trends, some looks have remained, new ones have stepped up and a few old ones have made a comeback. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 22:57:00 -0400 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/articles/100319348 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/articles/3201007
]]> Three bungalows, painted colors that would make them pop even on a Caribbean island, sit on the edge of the Porters neighborhood. (Erica Brough/Staff photographer) Fri, 19 Mar 2010 21:32:00 -0400 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/articles/3201007 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/articles/3201012
]]> Last week, Mike Reno crashed on his couch in Vancouver and fired up the TV. His wife was out with friends, so Reno took in a Steven Seagal flick on the DVR. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 23:12:00 -0400 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/articles/3201012 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/articles/3201006
]]> A $7 billion budget for the state's colleges and universities, which includes tougher standards for Bright Futures scholarships in coming years, was approved Friday by the Senate Higher Education Committee Fri, 19 Mar 2010 21:28:00 -0400 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/articles/3201006 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/articles/3201004
]]> Scientists and local astronomy enthusiasts will turn their eyes skyward Saturday evening, as they take part in the 2010 Equinox Moon Celebration at Santa Fe College. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 19:16:00 -0400 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/articles/3201004 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/opinion03/3201002
]]> Do you ever wonder why, educationally, we're circling the drain? Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:46:00 -0400 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/opinion03/3201002 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/opinion02/100319375
]]> Readers comment on bringing the Google project to Gainesville, children's health programs, voting in city elections and more. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:46:00 -0400 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/opinion02/100319375 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/opinion01/3201001
]]> Gainesville government has for years wrestled, fairly or unfairly, with the reputation of being anti-business. Undue delays in the permitting and approval process only add fuel to such perceptions. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:42:00 -0400 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/opinion01/3201001 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/articles/3201015
]]> Her clenched fist was slightly larger than her father's wedding band. His body was almost the length of his grandfather's hand. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 23:52:00 -0400 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/articles/3201015 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/articles/3201011
]]> There are so many things you can do with old wine bottles. Once you've enjoyed the contents, don't throw that bottle into the recycling bin immediately (you do recycle, right?), but instead, think about creating an unusual and artsy vase or candle holder. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 23:12:00 -0400 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/articles/3201011 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/articles/100319346
]]> A couple years ago, when climatically speaking, everything went right, I picked citrus off trees in my backyard from late November through late August. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 23:47:00 -0400 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/articles/100319346 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/articles/3201005
]]> A fight over custody of an 8-month-old baby ended with a man in jail and the mother caring for the child. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 20:42:00 -0400 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/articles/3201005 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/articles/100329998
]]> This week, Gainesville Fashion Week organizers announced that the four-day fashion and art event will relocate from Sharab Lounge to a new, large upscale nightclub called The Vault. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 00:09:00 -0400 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/articles/100329998 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/articles/100319345
]]> Michelle and Bryan are sporty, active, on-the-go types. During the day, Michelle works as a golf pro and Bryan (a former NCAA volleyball coach) teaches physical education. In their spare time, the two attend countless sporting events, including tournaments. Oh, and they are also full-time parents to two young boys who keep them running around... Fri, 19 Mar 2010 23:49:00 -0400 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/articles/100319345 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/articles/3201013
]]> A woman who is familiar to many in Gainesville is opening Florida's first Red Mango frozen yogurt shop here. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 23:48:00 -0400 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/articles/3201013 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/articles/100329997
]]> News briefs from around the area and state for March 20, 2010. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 00:12:00 -0400 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/articles/100329997 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/articles/3201014
]]> The Gainesville church that attracted national attention last year when it posted signs condemning Islam is back with another message - one that could affect its tax-exempt status because the church now is wading into politics. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 23:52:00 -0400 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/articles/3201014 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/news/100329978
]]> President Barack Obama said Saturday that Congress needs to enact comprehensive financial reforms to protect consumers, keep banks strong and ensure the U.S. economy doesn't sink into another Great Depression. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 08:36:00 -0400 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/news/100329978 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/news/100329979
]]> A Palm Beach County man died in the hospital a day after being pulled from an apartment fire. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 08:32:00 -0400 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/news/100329979 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/news/100329980
]]> A Tampa man already serving 40 years in prison for shooting a Tampa police officer has been sentenced to two life terms for robbery and murder. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 08:27:00 -0400 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/news/100329980 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/news/100329981
]]> Organizers say thousands of people are headed to the nation's capital to protest on the seventh anniversary of the invasion of Iraq. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 08:23:00 -0400 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/news/100329981 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/opinion05/100329983
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]]> The Democratic search for health care votes grew more focused as the House leadership and the White House sought to cement victory. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 05:09:00 -0400 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/znyt04/3203015 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/znyt01/3203014
]]> Retailers say they are using video cameras to watch customers as a way to make shopping in stores more enjoyable, but privacy advocates are skeptical. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 05:09:00 -0400 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/znyt01/3203014 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/znyt01/3203013
]]> While exports to the United States might rebound this year, in the long run the decline in western demand and the growing importance of China represent a fundamental shift for the oil market. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 05:09:00 -0400 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/znyt01/3203013 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/znyt01/3203012
]]> Instead of worrying about the recovery of the real estate market, some Canadians are concerned about the prospect of a price bubble. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 05:09:00 -0400 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/znyt01/3203012 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/znyt04/3203011
]]> Finding a good one takes research and perseverance, but unfortunately, the typical search is made under duress and with little time available. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 05:09:00 -0400 http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20100320/znyt04/3203011