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The UF Health Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Institute, located at 3450 SW Hull Road on Tuesday, July 27, 2021. At this location and others statewide, patients with Medicaid and employer-sponsored commercial plans are now out-of-network.

ENTERPRISE | HEALTH

What to know about the UF Health insurance dispute

By Zoey Thomas | Sep. 9

Thousands of people across Florida are facing disruptions in health coverage after UF Health and UnitedHealthcare failed to solve months-long contract negotiations. Patients with Medicaid and employer-sponsored commercial plans are now out-of-network at UF Health locations statewide. Medicare holders are not affected except at UF Health Flagler Hospital.

Rey Arcenas is a UF history and women’s studies senior.

OPINION | COLUMNS

When will the Sasse apologists admit they were wrong?

By Rey Arcenas | Sep. 9

The disastrous and short-lived Sasse presidency came as no surprise to the majority of students, faculty and campus workers who opposed his appointment for its lack of transparency and his lack of qualification.

UF professor hosts a meet-the-author book club for undergrad Spanish heritage learners.

NEWS

Conoce al Autor club de lectura conecta a los estudiantes con experiencias culturales

By Nicole Beltran and Vera Lucia Pappaterra | Sep. 9

Un club de lectura conecta a los estudiantes con la literatura latinoamericana y sus autores.

Gators men's tennis freshman Jeremy Jin shows emotion after a point in Florida's win over the University of Central Florida on Monday, February 19, 2024.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS CROSS COUNTRY

Florida men’s tennis carrying international experiences into 2024-25

By Carston Handy | Sep. 9

Florida men’s tennis will endure its fair share of hostile environments in 2024-25. With 10 of UF’s 11 tournaments being on the road this season, the amount of travel could be daunting.However, with the amount of experience that UF’s roster has competing across the globe, the Gators may just be able to use it to their advantage.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Meet the Author book club connects students with cultural experiences

By Vera Lucia Pappaterra | Sep. 9

From humble beginnings to international participation, the Meet the Author book club connects students with creative voices and cultural expression.

Gator Bodega, which markets food, groceries and more, stands where burger chain “Relish” once stood in Gainesville, Florida on September 8, 2024.

THE AVENUE | FOOD

Relish at Midtown closes unexpectedly, leaving patrons shocked and confused

By Rachel Mish | Sep. 9

Relish’s Midtown location — located at 1702 W. University Ave. — has permanently closed its doors. The closure came with no public announcement.

One of the biggest issues of this election is the hotly-debated Amendment 4, which seeks to expand abortion rights in the state of Florida.

ELECTION | ENTERPRISE

How Alachua County voters view the abortion amendment on November's ballot

By Morgan Vanderlaan | Sep. 9

Amendment 4 will appear on the general election ballot in November, which would undo Florida's current six-week abortion ban. In Alachua County, voters stand divided on the future of the state's abortion policy.

Lucas Sprung is a UF political science and international relations junior.

OPINION | COLUMNS

Nikki Fried is fried on Amendment 3

By Lucas Sprung | Sep. 9

CORRECTION: This column has been updated to reflect that Nikki Fried is not leading support for Amendment 3 for legal marijuana. Fried and the Florida Democrat Party have not endorsed Amendment 3. Previously, Fried has shown support for legalizing recreational cannabis.

Florida sophomore Parker Bell stripes his tee shot on the third round of NCAA Regionals on Wednesday, May 15, 2024.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS CROSS COUNTRY

Florida men’s golf places second at Sahalee Players Championship

By Aiden Wacksman | Sep. 8

Despite a rocky start, the Florida men’s golf team responded to secure a second-place finish in a resilient effort during its season-opening tournament at the Sahalee Players Championship this weekend.

Florida goalie Alexa Goldberg makes a save against Kentucky on Sept. 23, 2021. Goldberg made a few clutch saves to keep the Gators at a draw, but a second-half concesion lead to a 1-0 UF loss.

SPORTS | BLOGS

Florida suffers first loss of 2024 in shutout against No. 1 FSU

By Amanda Roman | Sep. 8

The Florida soccer team suffered its first loss of the 2024 season to Florida State.

METRO | CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Newberry preacher and education board member charged with twelve counts of possession of child pornography

By Carlos Alemany | Sep. 8

The charges arose from an investigation that began after Joel Bruce Searby, 48, engaged in inappropriate conversations with a juvenile through Snapchat.

Freshman DJ Lagway prepares to throw the ball during the first half of Florida's game vs the Samford Bulldogs on Saturday, Sept. 7.

NEWS

DJ Lagway and Florida shine against Samford for first win of season

By Chandler Hawkes | Sep. 8

DJ Lagway shines in first career start as the Gators respond after Week 1 performance. The future of the quarterback position at Florida looks bright.

Florida libero Elli McKissock celebrates during the Gators volleyball team's win over Virginia Aug. 27, 2022.

SPORTS | BLOGS

Florida sweeps Southern Indiana at Florida Invitational

By Max Bernstein | Sep. 7

Florida volleyball was on its game Saturday, as it defeated Southern Indiana three sets to none on day two of the Florida Invitational.

UF head coach Billy Napier and the Gators prepare to enter Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Florida's 24-15 loss to the Florida State Seminoles on Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Florida vs. Samford: Live Updates

By Jack Meyer | Sep. 7

The Florida Gators (0-1) are back at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium this evening for a matchup with the Samford Bulldogs (0-1). Kickoff time is set for 7:00 p.m. Follow along here for live game updates.

Florida head coach Billy Napier during the No. 18 Gators narrow victory over the South Florida Bulls Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Pushback, parking bans and season-ending injuries hinder Florida ahead of Week 2

By Max Tucker | Sep. 7

UF head coach Billy Napier faced immense criticism from Gator fans after the team fell well short of its expectations against the Hurricanes. But the uphill battle Florida faced only grew steeper as Napier attempted to shift the focus to Samford.

METRO | ALACHUA COUNTY

Gainesville Fire Chief Joe Dixon resigns

By Natalie Kaufman | Sep. 7

Dixon served as fire chief since March 2021.

Florida middle blocker Jaela Aguste prepares to hit the ball during the second set of their match vs the USF Bulls on Friday, Sept. 6.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS CROSS COUNTRY

Florida upset by South Florida in home opener

By Shaine Davison | Sep. 6

In their first match back in the O’Dome, the Gators lost to the Bulls

Mayor Harvey Ward speaks on the proposed 2024 fiscal year budget on the Wednesday, June 14 City Commission meeting.

METRO | CITY COUNTY COMMISSION

Gainesville City Commission approves contract extension with homeless shelter

By Sofia Meyers | Sep. 6

The one-year contract between the Alachua County Coalition for the Homeless and Hungry, Inc. and the City of Gainesville. would allot $1.5 million to GRACE Marketplace’s and an additional $350,000 to fund GRACE Marketplace’s supplemental emergency shelter.

The Gators volleyball team embraces each other in Florida's 3-0 win against Florida Gulf Coast on Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023.

SPORTS | BLOGS

UF defeats Ohio State in final day of Florida Invitational

By Max Bernstein | Sep. 6

Four Gators hit the double-digit mark in kills Sunday, helping to power Florida to a four-set victory over Ohio State.

Punter Jeremy Crawshaw warms up before the Gators' game against the Georgia Bulldogs on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Special teams a positive in otherwise disappointing start for the Gators

By Chandler Hawkes | Sep. 6

Special teams shine in otherwise disappointing start for the Gators

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