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UF sophomore Lilly McGrath, 19, sports an American outfit during The Swamp's election watch party on Nov. 5, 2024.

ELECTION | ENTERPRISE

Here’s what to know about Alachua County general election results

By Morgan Vanderlaan | 6:00am

Voters also had the opportunity to vote on multiple local referendums and six state amendments. Amendments 3 and 4, which would legalize recreational marijuana and limit government interference for abortions, both failed. State amendments need 60% public approval to pass, while local referendums only need a majority to vote in favor.

Election day is right around the corner! Here’s everything you need to know about the six Florida ballot measures before Nov. 5, 2024. | El día de las elecciones está a la vuelta de la esquina. Aquí está todo lo que necesita saber sobre las seis medidas electorales de Florida antes del 5 de noviembre de 2024.

ELECTION | ENTERPRISE

Amendment 3 and 4 failed. What now?

By Morgan Vanderlaan | 8:50pm

NEWS

ACTUALIZACIONES EN VIVO: Los votantes del condado de Alachua acuden a las urnas

By Nicole Beltran and Alligator Staff report | 2:05am

Hasta el martes a las 7 p.m., más de 30,679 residentes del condado de Alachua han votado el día de ...

District 1 encompasses the incumbent democratic candidate, Mary Alford, up against republican candidate Lizabeth Ann Doebler. District 3 has incumbent democratic candidate Anna Prizzia against republican candidate Jenn Garrett.

NEWS

La Comisaría del Condado Anna Prizzia vuelve a ganar su mandata en el Distrito 3

By Avery Parker | 2:04am

La candidata demócrata Anna Prizzia ha ganado la elección para la comisaría del Distrito 3 para la ...

NEWS

Las enmiendas 3 y 4 fracasaron. ¿Y ahora qué?

By Morgan Vanderlaan and Isabela Reinoso | 1:40am

Tanto la enmienda 3 como la 4 fracasaron con sólo un 55,7% y un 57% a favor, respectivamente. Ambas ...

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News | Campus

Ben Sasse wrote that the Audit Committee "did its work thoroughly" in an X post Aug. 16, 2024, but the audit never existed, according to public records.

A completed audit into Sasse’s spending never existed

By Sophia Bailly and Annie Wang | Sep. 4

In an Aug. 16 X post responding to a previous Alligator report on his expenditures, Sasse wrote, “It is my understanding that the Audit Committee of our board did its work thoroughly and without any findings of concern.”

UF canceled symposium on Gaza conflict

By Avery Parker | Nov. 4

How does UF’s Student Government compare to other universities?

By Avery Parker | Nov. 1

New UF graduate healthcare benefits to go into effect January 2025

By Delia Rose Sauer | Oct. 30

UF professor’s work drives new safety standards for Florida student-athletes

By Vera Pappaterra | Oct. 30

Metro

County Commissioner Anna Prizzia reclaims her seat

By Avery Parker | 10:41pm

Democratic candidate Anna Prizzia has secured a second term on the Alachua County Commission, District 3, after running once again on issues related to environmental protection, social justice and local business development.

Democrat Mary Alford reclaims District 1 seat

By Sara-James Ranta and Julia Levi | 10:29pm

Democrat Kim Barton sweeps Supervisor of Elections race in decisive victory

By Natalie Kaufman | 10:17pm

GRU ownership, at-large county commission referendums pass

By Bailey Diem | 10:13pm

Republican Chad Johnson wins Florida House Seat District 22

By Kairi Lowery | 9:40pm

Sports

Freshman wide receiver Eugene Wilson warms up before the Gators' 52-35 loss to the Louisiana State Tigers on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023, in Baton Rouge, Louisana.

Florida wideout Eugene Wilson III will miss rest of 2024 campaign due to season-ending hip surgery

By Jack Meyer | 8:42pm

Florida standout wide receiver Eugene Wilson III will miss the rest of the 2024 campaign after undergoing season-ending hip surgery on Tuesday, per Swamp247.

No. 21 Florida’s backcourt shines in season-opening win against USF

By Max Tucker | Nov. 4

Jeriah Warren sets career-high, leads Florida to commanding season-opening win over FAU

By Jack Meyer | Nov. 4

Third-string quarterback Aidan Warner thrusted into Florida football spotlight amid continuous injuries

By Max Tucker | Nov. 4

Florida soccer’s Lauren Donovan remains inspired by Abby Wambach’s legacy

By Amanda Roman | Nov. 4

Multimedia & Podcasts

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When faced with the trials and tribulations of midlife monotony, middle-aged adults find their ways of coping. Some people buy Corvettes. Others may get a new tattoo. But Robb Eggleston took a different approach.

Donning a winged helmet, a lightning-decorated fanny pack and a toy hammer, Eggleston embarks on a weekly run every Thursday — or as he calls it, “Thorsday.”

When Eggleston, 53, took up the mantle of the Norse thunder god, he said he did it to serve his community.

Video by Gabriella Aulisio

VIDEO

Hammer time: Gainesville’s Thor brings joy through weekly runs

May 24

The Gainesville City Commission held a special meeting Thursday addressing the reductions in funding for the Gainesville Regional Transit System proposed by UF during “good-faith talks” between the city and the university.

No official decisions have been made regarding the proposed changes, and UF and the city are “still at the table,” according to a letter from UF sent Thursday.

VIDEO

City Commission addresses proposed funding cuts to RTS; UF invites city ‘back to the table’

Apr. 15

Nelly and Dylan Sprouse appeared at UF for two events hosted by the ACCENT Speakers Bureau Feb. 9 and Feb. 11.

SLIDESHOW

UF ACCENT Speakers Bureau hosts Dylan Sprouse, Nelly

Apr. 14

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The Avenue

Lead Ethan Garrepy puts on his wig for the Music Man show at the Constanz Theater on Oct. 26 2024.

A glimpse backstage with stars of “The Music Man” as they prepare for closing weekend

By Tanya Fedak | Nov. 4

From Oct. 16 to Oct. 27, the UF School of Theatre and Dance put on a nine-show run of the musical, which follows traveling conman Harold Hill, played by Ethan Garrepy, who goes from town to town persuading citizens of his “plan” to form a boys marching band. After collecting payments for instruments and uniforms, he skips town, starting his pursuit of his next victims. But this time, it’s a little different.

How to make it out of the darkness

By Noor Sukkar | Nov. 1

‘Party to the Polls’: Students ride party bus to early voting site

By Caroline Kwara | Oct. 29

Ave Roundtable: Gainesville’s guide to cafes with fall flavors

By Avenue Staff | Oct. 28

College student eating disorders are on the rise. Here’s what to know.

By Zoey Thomas | Oct. 28

Opinions

Why should you vote red: Was the 25th Amendment invoked or not?

By Abraham Hilu | Nov. 5

Election day, Nov. 5, will be the central event that will forecast American policy for the next four years. In the past month, Donald Trump's and Kamala Harris' campaigns have gone full throttle in convincing the American public why they should stay with the status quo or go back to old policies through Trump's executive hand. Before you go out and cast your ballot, please consider these points.