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THE AVENUE | SEX

I wish I had my roomie’s girl

By Jared Misner | Sep. 8, 2010

My roommate’s girlfriend is really hot. Like really hot. Lately, she’s been kind of throwing me some hints that she thinks I’m kind of hot too (we’re talking eye contact, intense flirting, striking up random convos on Facebook chat). I obviously wouldn’t want to piss off my roommate, or ruin our friendship, but am I a horrible person for pursuing his girl? Does she sound for real?

THE AVENUE | FASHION

Gainesville Goes All Out for Fashion’s Night Out

By ALLISON BANKO | Sep. 8, 2010

Seldom does the Devil do interviews. When she does, you better bet that she’s got a damned good reason — and that she’ll be dripping in designer. Earlier this month, Vogue magazine’s editor Anna Wintour was seen in a rare interview on NBC’s “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon.” For September is when she thrives. This month’s famed September issue of Vogue is bound with 532 astounding pages of fashion. Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week kicks off today. Yet Wintour was seated on Fallon’s scarlet couch cushions to, instead, promote the largest fashion party in history — and everyone is invited.

THE AVENUE | FOOD

'Major' drinking on game day

By ALISON SCHWARTZ | Sep. 1, 2010

This weekend, you will make a very important decision.

THE AVENUE | MUSIC

Morningbell: Talent runs in the family

By Joey Flechas | Sep. 1, 2010

It all started on Christmas in 1994 with a pair of guitars, an Aerosmith record and a Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers tablature book.

THE AVENUE | LIFESTYLE

'Mafia II' incites violence and infuriates

By Jon Silman | Sep. 1, 2010

Not being able to punch women makes me want to punch a woman.

THE AVENUE | MOVIES AND TV

Ten movies to blow 10 bucks on (and 10 that just blow)

By Justin Plemmons | Sep. 1, 2010

Maybe your financial aid dispersement didn't go exactly as planned. Maybe you're stealing fruit from the dining hall to put breakfast on the table tomorrow morning. Maybe you're sneaking into dormitory floor bathrooms to save money on toilet paper.

THE AVENUE | ART AND THEATER

Gainesville artist gets 'Lowe'

Sep. 1, 2010

Last Friday, Mayor Craig Lowe came out, again, and in brilliant colors.

THE AVENUE | SEX

Why does my man like men?

By Jared Misner | Sep. 1, 2010

Dear Jared,

THE AVENUE | LIFESTYLE

Sorry, freshman: what they didn't tell you at orientation

By DAVE JOHNSON | Aug. 25, 2010

Dear Freshmen,

THE AVENUE | LIFESTYLE

On the Avenue: My first love -- tales of lust, loss

Aug. 25, 2010

This Friday, a movie called "Flipped" is hitting local theaters, and it's about love. Specifically, that special kind of love we know as "first love."

THE AVENUE | MUSIC

High-end headphones combine style and technology

By Jon Silman | Aug. 25, 2010

I assumed I would be blown away by the sheer audio awesomeness of the Crossfade LP's when I put them on for the first time. Something surprisingly different happened.

THE AVENUE | FASHION

Drop drab, add fab

By Marissa Prieto | Aug. 25, 2010

You're adding and dropping classes like they're going out of style - so why not apply that attitude to your personal style?

THE AVENUE | LIFESTYLE

Editor's Word

By Jon Silman | Aug. 20, 2010

Dear Readers,

THE AVENUE | LIFESTYLE

Tips to acclimate yourself properly by not pissing off the locals

By Alex Orlando | Aug. 20, 2010

Yep, it’s that time of year again.

THE AVENUE | FOOD

Get your buzz on the right way

By Webb | Aug. 20, 2010

Alright, so you’re kind of sick of Starbucks. I don’t blame you. Shelling out almost $4 for a urine-sample-sized coffee can put a damper on your caffeine rush.

THE AVENUE | FOOD

Where to eat when you get the munchies

By Erin Rauch | Aug. 20, 2010

The long list of local restaurants in Gainesville may seem daunting at first, but by the end of this brief tutorial you’ll be well on your way to finding your favorite nook in the midst of the multitude of local eateries.

THE AVENUE | MUSIC

An abundance of music venues

By Marissa Prieto | Aug. 20, 2010

Gainesville is home to a very diverse group of students, and in that particular spirit it also houses a diverse group of music venues to serve your auditory needs.

THE AVENUE | FOOD

Campus dining makes gaining Freshman 15 easy

Aug. 20, 2010

Studying can take a lot out of a student, and no one likes to work on an empty stomach. Thankfully, there are plenty of dining options for all palates on campus, and lots of payment options, too.

THE AVENUE | LIFESTYLE

New students, meet your new neighbors — the homeless

Aug. 20, 2010

Living in Gainesville, there’s something you’re going to encounter on the streets that you should be ready for.

THE AVENUE | LIFESTYLE

Fall season brings new hope for tried and true franchises

By Josh Isom | Aug. 20, 2010

Zombies, Spartans and 22 men getting sweaty together: It must be the beginning of gaming season.