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Jacksonville Jaguars offensive tackle Cam Robinson watches play against the New York Giants on Oct. 23, 2022, in Jacksonville. (JOHN RAOUX/AP File)

Jacksonville Jaguars offensive tackle Cam Robinson watches play against the New York Giants on Oct. 23, 2022, in Jacksonville. (JOHN RAOUX/AP File)

NFL: Jaguars LT Robinson facing suspension for PEDs

ASSOCIATED PRESS
Thursday, April 27, 2023
JACKSONVILLE — A person familiar with the situation says Jacksonville Jaguars left tackle Cam Robinson is facing a multigame suspension for violating the NFL's policy on performance-enhancing drugs.
Columbia second baseman Grant Bowers sets to flip the ball to shortstop Brayden Thomas for an out against Union County on April 19. (BRENT KUYKENDALL/Lake City Reporter)

Columbia second baseman Grant Bowers sets to flip the ball to shortstop Brayden Thomas for an out against Union County on April 19. (BRENT KUYKENDALL/Lake City Reporter)

PREP BASEBALL: Columbia, Lafayette aim for top playoff seeds at district tournaments

JORDAN KROEGER
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
The district tournament brackets for baseball were released on Tuesday. Here’s where, and who, the area teams will play and also where they sit in their respective playoff races. DISTRICT 2-5A Games at higher seed Schedule: May 2, semifinals: No. 4 Rickards at Columbia, 7 p.m.; No.
Columbia catcher Emily Delgado runs toward third base during Tuesday’s game against P.K. Yonge. (BRENT KUYKENDALL/Lake City Reporter)

Columbia catcher Emily Delgado runs toward third base during Tuesday’s game against P.K. Yonge. (BRENT KUYKENDALL/Lake City Reporter)

PREP SOFTBALL: Area teams look to solidify playoff spots at district tourneys

JORDAN KROEGER
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
The district tournament brackets for softball were released on Tuesday. Here’s where, and who, the area teams will play and also where they sit in their respective playoff races. DISTRICT 2-5A At Middleburg Schedule: May 1, quarterfinals: No. 5 Lincoln vs. No. 4 Orange Park, 4:30 p.m.; No.
Columbia first baseman Kimber Long trots around the bases after hitting a two-run home run against P.K. Yonge on Tuesday night. (BRENT KUYKENDALL/Lake City Reporter)

Columbia first baseman Kimber Long trots around the bases after hitting a two-run home run against P.K. Yonge on Tuesday night. (BRENT KUYKENDALL/Lake City Reporter)

PREP SOFTBALL: Long homers, freshmen get chance to shine as Columbia run-rules P.K. Yonge again

JORDAN KROEGER
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
With the district tournament a week away and an inferior opponent paying a visit, Columbia took the opportunity to work in a few players it may need for a playoff run. A couple even stepped up to help deliver another win over P.K. Yonge.
Columbia shortstop Brayden Thomas runs the bases against Union County on April 19.

Columbia shortstop Brayden Thomas runs the bases against Union County on April 19.

PREP BASEBALL: Parks’ arm, bat lead The Villages past Columbia

NEWS STAFF
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Carter Parks threw a complete-game three hitter and went 2 for 3 with three RBIs to lead The Villages Charter to a 6-2 upset win over Class 5A No. 3 Columbia on Thursday at the College of Central Florida. Park finished with 10 strikeouts as the Buffalo (12-12) won their third straight.
Columbia coach Brian Allen instructs his team during its first spring practice on Monday. (JORDAN KROEGER/Lake City Reporter)

Columbia coach Brian Allen instructs his team during its first spring practice on Monday. (JORDAN KROEGER/Lake City Reporter)

PREP FOOTBALL: Allen reenergized, 'batteries' recharged as Columbia begins spring practice

JORDAN KROEGER
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Brian Allen was back on the practice field Monday for the first time in two years, once again the head coach in charge of Columbia’s first spring practice. Anyone watching him for more than a few minutes could tell he hasn’t missed a beat. If anything, he was more energized.
Suwannee’s girls and boys track and field teams both placed second at the District 2-2A meet on Saturday. (COURTESY)

Suwannee’s girls and boys track and field teams both placed second at the District 2-2A meet on Saturday. (COURTESY)

PREP TRACK & FIELD: Suwannee girls, boys finish runner-up at District 2-2A meet

JAMIE WACHTER
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
TALLAHASSEE — There was no district three-peat for the Suwannee girls track and field team. But the Bulldogs are still sending nine individuals in 14 events and one relay team to the regional meet after placing second Saturday in the District 2-2A meet at Florida High.