Florida football freshman Vernell Brown III made a game-changing one-handed catch in the final minute and a half of the second quarter during Florida's 55-0 season opener over Long Island University on Aug.30—his 41-yard grab set a freshman record—while drawing praise from coach Billy Napier. He became only the third true freshman to start and finished with 79 receiving yards, boosting the Gators in a strong win.
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Gordie Wilson led the fort in Downtown St. Augustine for 33 years and will retire on September 2. He started as a National Park Ranger in 1978 and became superintendent in 1992—weathering hurricanes, shutdowns, and historic changes during his service.
On Labor Day, Sept. 1, Publix in St. Augustine will be open while schools, federal offices and mail services are closed and Costco will remain shut—local shoppers should verify hours at other stores.
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