Good morning, Gainesville.

Gainesville Regional Utilities warned Oaks Mall on Jan.

9 that power will be disconnected if over $125,000 in past due payments remain unsettled. The new management from Spinoso Real Estate Group cited account discrepancies amid the transition from Brookfield Properties.

Pearl Country Store and Barbecue attracts both locals and visitors for its tasty food and genuine southern charm.

The business, located along U.S. 441 near Micanopy, offers a simple and warm dining experience.

Joseph Krasnoselsky, a Santa Fe College student, is developing an Autism Awareness Training Program (AAP) to teach college students to interact with autistic adults; he plans to later expand the course to include faculty, security, law enforcement and hospital staff.

The City of Gainesville will soon accept improvement grant applications for property owners along NE 8th Avenue and Waldo Road as part of a transformational project — the grants offer up to $100,000 to upgrade homes, businesses, or vacant lots.

Community sessions will be held soon to guide interested applicants.

UF scientists used HiPerGator (the local supercomputer) to design new diabetes drug compounds that may improve insulin sensitivity while lowering heart risk; the study, published Jan.

9, shows promise for better type 2 care.

UF redshirt sophomore reliever Christian Rodriguez (returning from Tommy John surgery) will take on a larger role in the 2026 season.

He made 22 relief appearances in 2025 and now embraces leadership while helping the Gators' bullpen gear up for key games.

The Florida gymnastics team opens its 2026 season Friday at the O’Connell Center with a quad meet starting at 6:45 p.m. and draws inspiration from Tim Tebow's Promise speech after last season's unexpected exit.

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.

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.

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.

Some Enchanted Evening

Jan 28, 2 PM — Hippodrome Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience a romantic musical journey featuring timeless classics from beloved shows.

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.

Florida Indoor High School Championships

9 AM – 3 PM — Alachua County Sports & Event Center — Admission info not specified — Experience thrilling high school track and field events with heats and finals.

Reverend Horton Heat Live Performance

7-10 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Tickets available — Experience a high-energy mix of rockabilly, country, and punk in a vibrant live performance.