#BLACKLIVESMATTER Protest

Protestors of the #BLACKLIVESMATTER march shout in unison as they block the intersection of 13th Street and University Ave on Monday afternoon.

Contestants eat during the UF Lettuce Club’s lettuce eating competition, Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026, in Gainesville, Fla.

Riana Morales

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By Riana Morales | 10:33pm

Contestants eat during the UF Lettuce Club’s lettuce eating competition, Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026, in Gainesville, Fla.

Runner with dog at UF’s Gator Growl Chomp for Charity 5k with The Humane Society of North Central Florida in Depot Park, Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026 in Gainesville, Fla.

Juleidi Machuca

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By Juleidi Machuca | 8:02pm

Runner with dog at UF’s Gator Growl Chomp for Charity 5k with The Humane Society of North Central Florida in Depot Park, Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026 in Gainesville, Fla.

Boulware Springs State Park is located at 3300 SE 15th St. in Gainesville, Fla.

Noah Lantor

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By Noah Lantor | 3:52pm

Boulware Springs State Park is located at 3300 SE 15th St. in Gainesville, Fla.

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