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Gainesville
Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Former Melrose High students visited the school Tuesday morning — their final chance to see the classrooms before demolition begins due to asbestos concerns. WCJB
- ➤ The 1st Annual Gainesville Beer Mile will take place at Cypress & Grove Brewing Company on Saturday, Jan. 31 at 3:00 p.m. Participants will run a one-mile course with four beers or NA beers while supporting the Gainesville Area Rowing Club's youth sports programs. Alachua Chronicle
- ➤ High Springs plans MLK Weekend events with a Gospel Jubilee on Friday, Jan. 16 at 7:00 p.m. at Mount Carmel Church (24964 W. U.S. Hwy. 27) and a commemorative march on Monday, Jan. 19 beginning at City Hall and ending at Catherine L. Taylor Park and Douglas Community Center. Alachua Chronicle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Hippodrome hosted a crowded screening of the 2025 documentary 'The Librarians' Sunday (part of a Jan. 10–18 run) in collaboration with The Lynx bookstore to spotlight local free speech efforts amid ongoing book bans, drawing viewers from around the state. The Independent Florida Alligator
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On January 13, the Florida Department of Education reported Alachua County Public Schools achieved a 93.9% on-time graduation rate — up from 92.7% last year — while Florida reached a record 92.2% statewide for the 2024-25 school year. Alachua Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents along County Road 235 have grown concerned about heavy truck traffic since December 2024 in a residential area between Newberry and Alachua. The county plans to resurface the roadway in 2027 (and is applying for safety grants) as officials review measures to reduce truck flow. WCJB
- ➤ Gov. Ron DeSantis yesterday appointed Gainesville businessman and former state lawmaker Keith Perry to the State University System Board of Governors — his appointment, along with two new appointees and two reappointments, is pending Senate confirmation. The Gainesville Sun
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Between Jan. 5 and 11, 2026, inspectors reviewed Gainesville restaurants and found high-priority violations related to food temperature control and hygiene at several establishments including Biscuits and Burgers and McDonald’s. The Department of Business & Professional Regulation reports that corrective actions were taken during follow-up inspections. The Gainesville Sun
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Gators Softball has been ranked No. 10 in Softball America’s preseason poll after a successful offseason, keeping 10 returning players and a top recruiting class that features redshirt recruit Caroline Stanton. The team will face seven ranked opponents in the upcoming season. WRUF
- ➤ Former Newberry defensive lineman Jarquez Carter transferred from Ohio State to Miami after entering the transfer portal Friday + he joined high school teammate Mykah Newton on Miami's defensive line. The move gives one of Gainesville area's top prospects a fresh start. The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ No. 19 Florida won its first road game with a 96-79 victory over Oklahoma in Norman Tuesday night. With Thomas Haugh scoring 21 points, the Gators will face Vanderbilt Saturday at 2 p.m. The Independent Florida Alligator
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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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Galentine’s at Raise Your Glass Wine Bar
7-9 p.m. — Raise Your Glass Wine Bar & Food — $ — Celebrate friendship and enjoy fabulous energy and wine with your best friends.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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