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Gainesville
Thursday, January 29th, 2026
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Gainesville Community Fridge (GNVFreedge) was installed on Tuesday, Jan. 27 outside the Civic Media Center at 433 S. Main St to offer residents free access to fresh food. The Gainesville Sun
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Florida achieved the No. 1 national ranking for online bachelor’s programs as released Tuesday by U.S. News—highlighting top ratings for business and veterans programs while showcasing strong faculty credentials and support services. UF’s online graduate education and MBA programs rank among the top five. Mainstreet Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ RTS canceled its contract with MV Paratransit Service due to budget constraints & will launch its own scheduling app with ride reservations opening Feb. 14 and official transition on March 1 after two weeks of driver training to meet ADA rules. The Independent Florida Alligator
- ➤ Alachua County signed a 30-year, $1M lease with UF for a new animal shelter near the College of Veterinary Medicine on Jan. 27, with construction expected to take about two years and benefit community student volunteers. The Gainesville Sun
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ For just $2 per day, Orangetheory offers a membership deal that gives Gainesville residents expert coaching and a full-body workout designed for all fitness levels until Saturday, Jan. 31 — helping them stick to their New Year’s fitness goals. The Gainesville Sun
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Florida slid to No. 19 after losing to Auburn Monday (76-67 loss at home). The Gators will face Arkansas on Feb. 28 at 8:30 and Alabama Sunday at 1 p.m. at home. WRUF
- ➤ Florida football is building its new roster under coach Jon Sumrall through the transfer portal. On Monday, Jan. 26, Indiana WR Ace Ciongoli (a redshirt from a national champion program) announced his commitment as a preferred walk-on with four years of eligibility. GatorSports
- ➤ Buchholz boys’ basketball defeated Bradford 55-36 on Tuesday at their home court in Gainesville during their final regular season game — the win broke Bradford’s four-game winning streak as players Jacob Bromirski, Lucas Bhatia and Evan Walker shined on Senior Night. WRUF
- ➤ The Sunshine State Athletic Association, a high school sports conference founded in 2008, serves over 120 schools and is set to add 51 football programs ahead of the 2026–27 season (a move from FHSAA). The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ Santa Fe High boys soccer claimed its third district championship on Tuesday night in Alachua by defeating Eastside 3-0; senior Dharma Rico scored four goals as the Raiders earned a state tournament spot next weekend. WRUF
- ➤ Gainesville native and former Florida Gators star Ben Shelton lost to Italy’s Jannik Sinner in the Australian Open quarterfinals on Jan. 28 at 8:28 a.m., ending his tournament run and giving Sinner a 9 to 1 edge as he advances to face Novak Djokovic at Rod Laver Arena. GatorSports
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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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Bella Notte - A Valentine's Day Event
7-10 p.m. — Sweetwater Branch Inn — $20 deposit, $89 per person — Experience a romantic evening with Italian cuisine, fine wine, and live music for Valentine's Day.
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Roy Book Binder with Corey Hall
7-9 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy storytelling blues and a blend of musical styles from Roy Book Binder.
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AM/FM Festival
1-10 p.m. — How Bazar — Free entry — Celebrate Gainesville’s music scene with a showcase of local artists from various genres.
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2026 Florida Ruminant Nutrition Symposium
Feb 23-25 — Best Western Gateway Grand — Cost varies — Explore cutting-edge strategies in dairy and beef cattle nutrition at this premier symposium.
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Thornebrook Spring Arts Festival
10 AM - 5 PM — Shoppes at Thornebrook — Free entry — Explore a vibrant collection of art and creativity in various mediums at this community festival.
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~ George Bernard Shaw
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