The Independent Florida Alligator

In addition to his other roles, Ben took photos for The Independent Florida Alligator.

State elimination of DEI initiatives shuts down UF’s Center for Inclusion and Multicultural Engagement

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An error message appears on a monitor at the Center for Inclusion & Multicultural Engagement on Sunday, March 3, 2024 following the elimination of all DEI positions on Friday, March 1, 2024.

Gainesville hunts for golden babies at The Top’s 24th anniversary event

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Gabby Lafond tends the bar at The Top on Saturday, July 13, 2024.

Florida’s track and field team takes six gold medals at SEC Championships

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Florida senior Flomena Asekol sprints in the Gators SEC Outdoor Championships on Saturday, May 11, 2024.

PrimoHoagies opened a Gainesville location in March, now hopes to attract college students

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PrimoHoagies stands on Main Street on Sunday, April 14, 2024.

Inconclusive search for Continuum of Care leadership threatens Florida homeless service funding

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Sign at the entrance of United Way of North Central Florida displayed on Sunday, April 7, 2024.

​Circus-themed fashion show for pets unleashes at the How Bazar

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A local cat attends the Barkin’ Market event at How Bazar on Friday, Feb. 23, 2024.

Florida bill could hold local governments liable for removing Confederate monuments

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Confederate memorial monument known as “Old Joe” pictured at Oak Ridge Cemetery on Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024.

​Puerto Rican church in Williston feels the effects of state immigration laws

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Casa De Restauracion Shalom pictured in Williston, Fla. on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024.

Muñecas hosts grand opening for new location at 4th Ave Food Park

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An employee prepares food at Muñecas Taco Garden and Bar on Sunday, Jan. 14, 2024.

​UF celebrates Malachowsky Hall’s grand opening

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​Malachowsky Hall stands on Museum Road on Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023.

​Gainesville celebrates Queer the Fest

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​Oct. 28, 2023, a crowd of costumed people amassed for the annual independent Queer the Fest. The “Mutant Disco” theme brought a slew of colorful glittery outfits and creative face makeup.