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Sunday, January 4th, 2026
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 4th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The historic Alachua County Farmers Market has moved to San Felasco Tech City (13900 Tech City Circle), keeping its Saturday hours of 8:30 a.m. to noon while serving local growers and shoppers. Free tastings and organic gardening workshops will begin in January and continue into February. Alachua County Today
- ➤ Local Gainesville Venezuelans reacted with hope and worry after news that President Maduro was captured by U.S. forces early Saturday. UF alumnus Edgar Rodriguez (20) and others fear potential backlash as celebrations mix with concerns over increased xenophobia in local communities. The Independent Florida Alligator
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Alachua County Arts Council is preparing its 5th annual Artists Conference on Friday, Apr. 24 and is seeking presenters + sponsors to shape the event; application materials must be submitted by Friday, Jan. 16 via its website. Alachua County Today
- ➤ Season 30 of Worst Cooks in America: Reality Check will air Sunday, Jan. 4 at 8 p.m. on the Food Network and features Florida natives Amara La Negra and Olympic swimmer Ryan Lochte (a former UF athlete) competing for a $25,000 charity prize. The Gainesville Sun
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Florida Lotto’s jackpot reached $12 million on Saturday, Jan. 3 after rollover drawings on Dec. 31 and New Year’s Eve, with tickets sold at local outlets + the next drawing is set for Wed, Jan. 7 at 11:15 p.m. ET. The Gainesville Sun
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Alachua County leaders have opened composting centers that let residents recycle trash into compost — the centers are now available countywide. WCJB
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Gainesville are urged to check Florida's unclaimed property database after nearly $585,000 was returned to area residents last November (official figures show over $55 million returned statewide). The free search can show dormant bank accounts, uncashed checks, and other forgotten assets. Alachua County Today
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ No. 22 Florida will travel to Columbia Saturday to face Missouri as the Gators begin an 18-game conference schedule. Missouri beat the Gators last season and Florida will focus on defense and ball control to secure a win. The Independent Florida Alligator
- ➤ Florida basketball played Missouri on Saturday, Jan. 3 at 8:30 p.m. on the SEC Network, with fans able to stream the contest via the ESPN app or Fubo & the game marked Florida’s SEC season opener after a recent win over Dartmouth. The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ Florida basketball coach Todd Golden said his program did not recruit former pro players and stressed the need for clear eligibility rules after retroactive signings past the declaration deadline. He warned that if such trends persist, adjustments may follow+ putting recruiting practices under scrutiny. The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ Florida hosted its first outdoor NHL game in Miami at LoanDepot Park, where the Panthers lost 5-1 to the Rangers during the Discover NHL Winter Classic. Gainesville residents noted the event's themed areas and strong fan turnout signal a growing interest in hockey in the state. WRUF
- ➤ Florida lost 76&74 to Missouri on Saturday night in Columbia after a late surge fell short. The Gators will seek a home win against No. 23 Georgia Tuesday at 7 p.m. The Independent Florida Alligator
- ➤ Florida basketball coach Todd Golden said his program will not add former pros after Baylor signed ex-draft pick James Nnaji, and he called for clearer eligibility rules to stop retroactive play past the college draft deadline (Golden noted that continued pro signings might force future changes). GatorSports
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Meet and Greet Social
6-8 p.m. — Northwest Grille — $36 annual fee — Enjoy good conversation and a casual evening with fellow adventurers in Gainesville.
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The FTC Mary Andrews Marathon
1-7 p.m. — Gainesville Hawthorne Trail — Registration fees apply — Participate in this Boston Qualifier marathon, half-marathon, or a fun relay team event on a scenic course.
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Race for Rehab: Recovery Remix 5K
1-4 p.m. — 1104 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, FL — Registration fees support community outreach — Dash towards health in a fun, throwback-themed run for recovery.
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Some Enchanted Evening
Jan 28, 2 PM — Hippodrome Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience a romantic musical journey featuring timeless classics from beloved shows.
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Alabama Crimson Tide at Florida Gators Basketball
6:59-10:59 p.m. — Stephen C. O'Connell Center — Ticket prices vary — Witness a thrilling college basketball showdown between the Alabama Crimson Tide and Florida Gators.
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~ Seneca
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