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Former Gators running back Lamical Perine at the Florida-Georgia game last year. After having a lackluster run game in 2019, run blocking and explosiveness are too clear areas for Florida to improve on in 2020.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Explosiveness, run blocking are obvious areas of improvement for Florida in 2020

By Brendan Farrell | Sep. 5, 2020

The Gators’ offense in 2019 was the polar opposite of 2018’s. Instead of a strong running game and an inconsistent Feleipe Franks behind center, the 2019 Gators had an anemic rushing game and was steady in the air with Kyle Trask. Florida scored more than 30 points in seven games, and everything seemed fine despite a rushing attack stuck in neutral.

A volunteer stocking shelves with canned food at the Field and Fork Pantry on UF's campus in 2016.

NEWS | CAMPUS

UF pantry and gardens undergo COVID-friendly changes

Sep. 5, 2020

UF Hitchcock pantry hires more staff and ends the volunteer program to continue helping food-insecure students

NEWS | CAMPUS

How internet access will impact the Fall on and off campus

By Rachel Slay | Sep. 5, 2020

Online classes warrant new rules for libraries and major upgrades for internet providers

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis made a trip to Live Oak, Florida, to watch the Suwannee Bulldogs take on the Santa Fe Raiders Friday night. He left in the second quarter.

SPORTS

Gov. DeSantis makes cameo at Suwannee football game

By Declan Walsh | Sep. 4, 2020

With high school football’s return in Live Oak, Florida, Ron DeSantis appeared in the small North Florida community on Friday Night.

Coach Dan Mullen believes it will be "awkward" having only 17,000 spectators in Ben Hill Griffin Stadium for home games this season.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Gators pressed for time as season inches closer

By Christian Ortega | Sep. 4, 2020

The clock is ticking to the start of the season.

METRO | CRIMINAL JUSTICE

State Attorney drops charges against man who drove through protesters

By Sarah Mandile and Tristan Wood | Sep. 4, 2020

Florida State Attorney's Office cites insufficient evidence to get a conviction

NEWS | CAMPUS

Three new Student Government parties registered Friday for Fall election

By Lianna Hubbard | Sep. 4, 2020

Progressive Party returns after disbanding in Spring, Change Party and Union Party form

Select menu items will be featured in several on-campus dining areas beginning Sept. 7.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Gator Dining partners with local Cuban restaurant Mi Apá Latin Café

By Alan Halaly | Sep. 4, 2020

Four classic sandwiches and other signature dishes will now be available in select dining areas across campus

METRO

How the COVID-19 pandemic has affected Alachua County’s farmers

By Asta Hemenway | Sep. 4, 2020

Producers have witnessed a decline of about $50 billion in the value of their products nationwide

Coach Cam Newbauer on the sidelines of the Gators' game versus Presbyterian last year. With Kinslow's commitment, Newbauer has brought three transfers to Gainesville this offseason.

SPORTS | WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

Kinslow joins Gators as graduate transfer for 2020-21 campaign

By Bryan Matamoros | Sep. 4, 2020

The Florida Gators announced the addition of graduate transfer forward Cydnee Kinslow on Friday. She will be eligible to compete immediately.

An “If all lives matter why are you silent” sign is held at the protest starting at Heavener of August 28, 2020, in Gainesville, Fla.

SPANISH

Atletas de UF protestan contra la desigualdad racial

By Grethel Aguila | Sep. 4, 2020

This story was translated by Sofia Echeverry

METRO | CITY COUNTY COMMISSION

City commission suspends enforcement of open container restriction, passes rental regulations

By Tristan Wood | Sep. 4, 2020

Previously, residents could receive a citation from law enforcement for carrying open containers of alcohol on public property

METRO | POLITICS

Clovis Watson now Alachua County’s sheriff-elect

By Sarah Mandile | Sep. 4, 2020

His non-party affiliated, write-in opponent withdrew Friday morning

SPANISH | SPANISH COVID

Shands ER recibe quejas por regulaciones de seguridad laxas de COVID-19

By Thomas Weber | Sep. 4, 2020

This story was translated by Arlette Garcia

OPINION | COLUMNS

Blaming women for their assaults, through email

By Olivia deMontmorency | Sep. 4, 2020

What does language have to do with sexual assault? Everything.

SPANISH | SPANISH COVID

La comisión del condado aumenta las ayudas de la Ley CARES para pequeñas empresas

By Tristan Wood and Guamay Martell | Sep. 4, 2020

This story was translated by Guamay Martell

SPANISH | SPANISH COVID

COVID-19 continúa impactando el aprendizaje de estudiantes con discapacidades

By Sophie Feinberg | Sep. 4, 2020

This story was translated by Kristine Villarroel

SPANISH | SPANISH COVID

Podría reducir el límite de reunión en interiores en el condado de Alachua

By Tristan Wood and Guamay Martell | Sep. 4, 2020

This story was translated by Guamay Martell

Protesters faced University Avenue and chanted “No justice, no peace. Defund the police.” to Gainesville’s evening traffic.

METRO | CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Protesters rally against increases to Gainesville Police Department’s budget

By Grethel Aguila | Sep. 3, 2020

The proposed budget plans to increase GPD’s budget by $1 million

Florida earned the title "Best College Athletics in America" for 2021 from Niche college rankings following a short, but successful 2019-2020 athletic year.

SPORTS

UF ranked No.1 on Niche’s 2021 Best College Athletics in America

By Sara Kate Dyson | Sep. 3, 2020

The University of Florida’s latest appearance in the Niche college rankings gives a first-place nod to its athletics. UF sits above SEC powerhouses, No. 2 University of Alabama and No. 3 LSU.

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