Patrick Schaller announced April 10 that Mother’s Pub on University Avenue would permanently close. This came after Mother’s was cited for serving drinks inside rather than through to-go only, a new measure meant to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Five days later, Schaller announced that with the help of the city manager, Lee Feldman, the pub would remain open.

Lauren is a third year photojournalism student pursuing a minor in Spanish. She has shot photos for Fresh Take Florida and the Gainesville Sun. Lauren likes roller skating in her free time.
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By Delia Rose Sauer | July 4Chris Deutsch and her daughter Tamara Deutsch stand at the corner of Depot Park on Friday, July 4, 2025.
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By Delia Rose Sauer | July 4A protester carries a sign as the crowd chants at Depot Park on Friday, July 4, 2025.
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By Johnny Zhang | June 27Gators track and field commit Sydney Sutton poses at the New Balance Nationals Outdoors at Franklin Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania June 22