Sunday, October 11, 2026 · The Gainesville Ledger

Vol. 1 · No. 115 · Sunday, October 11, 2026

Sports

Gators fall to South Carolina on homecoming, offense and defense both struggle

Florida suffered a homecoming loss to South Carolina, with both the offense and defense putting in poor performances — the Gators managed only two touchdowns while the Gamecocks converted 10 of 16 third-down attempts. The offensive line was a particular liability, and running back Duke Clark left the game with an injury. The defeat raises the prospect of a winless October for the Gators.

Sources: The Independent Florida Alligator · The Gainesville Sun

State & National

Hurricane Isaias makes landfall near Pensacola; Cedar Key escapes serious damage

Hurricane Isaias came ashore just outside Pensacola on Friday after weakening from major hurricane strength before landfall. Cedar Key, which suffered significant flooding from both Idalia in 2023 and Helene in 2024, was spared the worst this time — residents were spotted fishing along the waterfront within hours of the storm’s arrival.

Sources: WCJB TV20 · WUFT News

Education

In Brief

UF student groups hold session on protecting privacy during protests — The Independent Florida Alligator
Plavac and Miller to face off again for Alachua County School Board District 1 — The Independent Florida Alligator

Arts & Culture

In Brief

Nikki Glaser headlines Gator Growl at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium — The Independent Florida Alligator

State & National

In Brief

U.S. authorities seize $2.8M in fuel shipment bound for Cuba from Florida — The Gainesville Sun