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Man struck, killed on I-75 turns out to be Columbia High teacher
A 27-year-old teacher who was reported missing by school officials when he didn't show up for work Monday was identified Tuesday as a man who was struck and killed early Sunday morning. READ MORE
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Teachers, others to get raise, 2% bonus
The Alachua County School Board on Tuesday approved both the bonus and the integration of an extra $2 million into the base pay for instructional staff. READ MORE
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Area agencies standing by to assist tornado victims
As the level of devastation becomes clearer following this week's deadly tornadoes in Oklahoma, area charities and service agencies are waiting to see how they can help -- and how much help will be needed. READ MORE
Nation & World
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Senate panel approves immigration bill
Far-reaching legislation to grant a chance at citizenship to millions of immigrants living illegally in the United States cleared the Senate Judiciary READ MORE
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Teachers credited with saving students in Okla.
After the tornado alarm went off, students at Plaza Elementary scrambled to the halls. But the halls — some of which were within the view of windows — did not appear safe enough. READ MORE
Sports
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High school signing capsules
Courtney Dollison, Lake Hart, Alex Mueller and Jurnee Pettigrew all signed with their new respective colleges. READ MORE
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Women's golf tied for 15th at NCAAs
No. 9 UF women’s golf finished first round of play at the 2013 NCAA Championships with an 11-over to be in a tie for 15th-place entering the second round. READ MORE
entertainment & living
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Daft Punk goes outside comfort zone for new album
The influential French electronic duo crafted its first film score, for "Tron: Legacy," three years ago and are now releasing a well-financed, smartly hyped READ MORE
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Taylor Swift wins 8 trophies at Billboard Awards
Another day, another domination for Taylor Swift: She was the red hot winner at the Billboard Music Awards. READ MORE
Gainesville.com Blogs
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Gator Prospectus
UF's two Rivals100 commits drop in new rankings
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Gators Gone Pro
Bonner spearheads biggest wild card of NBA playoffs
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Robbies Playbook
Muschamp, Davis stir things up
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County Lines and City Limits
Alachua County Commission approves QTI request by BioMonde
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Law and Order
An ear biting incident
Opinion
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Letters to the Editor for May 21, 2013
Readers comment on local government leadership, selling part of Loblolly Woods, IRS scrutiny of the tea party and more.
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Editorial: No easy task
The County Commission should keep in mind the serious challenges facing Alachua County as it picks a new county manager.