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Gainesville
Sunday, January 11th, 2026
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Buchholz High School Drama announces its production of Arsenic and Old Lace to be staged at the school auditorium on Jan. 22, 23, 24, 29, 30, and 31 (evening shows at 7 p.m. and matinees on Jan. 24 and 31 at 2 p.m.). Alachua Chronicle
- ➤ The 41st Hall of Fame Gala kicked off MLK celebrations in Gainesville on Saturday (Jan. 10) as the towing community gathered to honor the life of a late local tow truck owner. WCJB
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UF and Graduate Assistants United held an impasse hearing Monday morning in the Reitz Union Senate Chamber, with GAU urging a $26,000 12-month stipend and UF warning the pay hike would cost $25 million — both parties filed briefs by Dec. 15 with a recommendation by Dec. 19. The Independent Florida Alligator
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rep. Byron Donalds and Benny Johnson addressed 180 UF students on Thursday night at Reitz Union’s Grand Ballroom, discussing immigration, home ownership, and other issues at a Turning Point event that included a prayer and candlelight vigil for Charlie Kirk. The Independent Florida Alligator
- ➤ Gainesville leaders launched a survey for planned improvements to the T.B. McPherson Recreation Complex and invite residents to share ideas + feedback to help shape the facility, with responses guiding the upgrade. WCJB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Florida gymnastics hosted North Carolina, West Virginia, and Temple at the O’Dome Friday night as a season opener, scoring 197.725 with standout vault and bars scores. The Gators will face Alabama next Friday at 6:45 p.m. in conference action. WRUF
- ➤ Florida basketball extended its home win streak to 15 games after winning by wide margins on Jan. 10 at the O’Connell Center, with players Boogie Fland and Rueben Chinyelu driving the offense — the team will travel on Jan. 13 to face Oklahoma and then Vanderbilt on Jan. 17. The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ Florida football signed former Auburn receiver Eric Singleton from the transfer portal on Jan. 10. He brings solid college stats + coaching familiarity after withdrawing from the NFL Draft. GatorSports
- ➤ Florida football is building its 2026 roster under new coach Jon Sumrall by adding transfers (including QB Aaron Philo, OL Emeka Ugorji, and RB London Montgomery). The transfer portal remains open until Jan. 16 for players to re-sign with UF or move elsewhere. 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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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.
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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.
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~ George Bernard Shaw
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