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He said, she said: How do you tackle the first sheets salsa?
By Jacob Romoser | Nov. 16, 2011He says ...
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FOOD
Organic treats pack health benefits
By Kiera Wright-Ruiz | Nov. 16, 2011As I took the first bite of my Mexican Chocolate ice cream, I knew I made the right decision. The cool sensation melted away the Florida heat. A rich flavor of chocolate and cinnamon coated my mouth. It took me back to Mexico, where the only thing I had to worry about was which hammock to lie in. It was not until I looked up at the chalkboard menu that I realized the ice cream was organic.
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MUSIC
Drake's ‘Take Care' album has strong debut despite early leak
By Audreyanna Loguerre | Nov. 16, 2011Despite the album leak, Drake's sophomore album "Take Care" sat at the No. 1 spot on the iTunes album downloads list as of Wednesday night.
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Bear Creek Music and Art Festival offers five days of fun, silent disco, costume parties
By Amanda Jae Fretz | Nov. 9, 2011The Bear Creek Music and Art Festival, now in its fifth year, is centered on having a great time. Founded by Paul Levine, the event's promoter, the event bares no "targeted audience."
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Metallica tribute band's concert to benefit disabled US Vets
By Kate Feldman | Nov. 9, 2011Jamie Amir, a Gainesville dentist, recently had a patient who was no longer able to do his job, not because of laws or age, but because of injuries to his wrist from when he was serving in the Vietnam War. Considered only 10 percent disabled, the man receives $100 a month.
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LIFESTYLE
Booty Drop is medium between Texts from Last Night, CollegeACB
By Kiera Wright-Ruiz | Nov. 9, 2011The post reads: "When it was over, all he said was, 'This is our secret.'
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Cheers to cupcakes: Sarkara Sweets adds wine to menu
By Kate Feldman | Nov. 9, 2011Here, have some wine with your cupcake.
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SEX
He said, she said: What's a healthy amount of jealousy?
By Jacob Romoser | Nov. 9, 2011He says ...
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LIFESTYLE
Sounding off on iPhone 4S, updates
By Saphira Lazarre | Nov. 9, 2011A hot commodity in the smartphone world, the iPhone 4S is losing its cool when it comes to battery life. Many users of the phone and the iOS 5 update say they have seen dramatic decreases in the longevity of the phone's battery, according to a Computer World article.
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Laughs and Lyrics: Gearing up for Gator Growl's headliners
By Kate Feldman | Nov. 2, 2011Gator Growl is going to be "The Soup" du jour in Gainesville when comedian Joel McHale performs.
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Google+ revolves around privacy, controlled networking
By Raksheen Ayaz | Nov. 2, 2011No two social networks are the same, though people tend to see them as replicas of each other.
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FASHION
New tattooed Barbie raises questions about images to girls
By Kate Feldman | Nov. 2, 2011There once was a girl who had everything. Her name was Barbie.
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ART AND THEATER
Local artist to host philosophy-based exhibition, puts beliefs to the test
By Diana Lopez | Nov. 2, 2011Robert Ritter wants people to go to his art show and walk away with one thing: awareness.
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He said, she said: Do you tattle on your friend’s cheating beau?
By Jacob Romoser | Nov. 2, 2011He says ...
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Downtown's City Crepes serves sweet, savory delights that fill
By ERICA A. HERNANDEZ | Nov. 2, 2011Chicken breast, Gouda cheese, spinach, tomatoes, broiled eggs and sour cream are tucked neatly into a freshly-made crepe, straight out of the pan. Steam rolls off as you peel the tin foil away from the thoughtfully-prepared creation. The simple ingredients combine perfectly to create a simply delicious crepe.
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MUSIC
Local rising songstress prepares debut EP, has opened for Sister Hazel
By Alyssa Holcomb | Nov. 2, 2011Inspiration is the name of the game when it comes to Camryn Wessner's music.
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Acrosstown Repertory Theatre's show 'Oleanna' to focus on sexual harassment
By Amanda Lyon | Oct. 27, 2011The Acrosstown Repertory Theatre's latest show comes with a disclaimer: It's intended for those age 13 and older.
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LIFESTYLE
Costume store gives Gainesville taste of Halloween year-round
By CHRISTINA DESNOYERS | Oct. 26, 2011Just four doors down from a busy Starbucks is a store not much bigger than a closet. Inside are vintage blouses, clocks and pearled purses. The small space echoes with music, and around this time of year it specializes in vintage Halloween costumes dating from the '70s to the present.
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Five things to expect from the Rogers Farm Corn Maze
By ERICA A. HERNANDEZ | Oct. 26, 2011Not your typical trip to the strawberry fields, this haunted corn maze is the perfect October activity. The third-annual Rogers Farm Corn Maze, 3831 NW 156th Ave., is now open, and it offers the perfect mix of fright and fall. Here's what to expect.
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Eerie Acres: A scare with a storyline
By Diana Lopez | Oct. 26, 2011Swaying blue lights illuminate the winding, wooded path you walk through, while actors hide in the brush, waiting to jump out from the darkness. The path leads you through a sawmill town cursed by a voodoo priestess. Chuckles the Clown, Mrs. Slaughter, the Butcher and the chainsaw-wielding Virgil roam through the woods waiting for passers-by to haunt.
