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Gainesville
Saturday, February 1st, 2025
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Ironwood Golf Course in Gainesville is undergoing improvements including upgrades to the course, clubhouse, and restrooms, with the purchase of new golf carts on the horizon, despite a slow start to the season due to winter weather. The Gainesville Sun
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jesse Lavar Payne was arrested for an armed robbery of a Gainesville convenience store in July 2024, involving over $3,000 in stolen cash. Alachua Chronicle
- ➤ The Gainesville Police Department is requesting public assistance to identify the driver of a gray Silverado involved in a hit-and-run incident on January 19, 2025, that left a motorcyclist with serious injuries. Alachua Chronicle
- ➤ A 73-year-old man was arrested for DUI after crashing into a liquor store in Alachua County, causing around $20,000 in damages. WCJB
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Sunshine State Book Festival in Gainesville aims to boost interest in reading, following a 2022 study finding only 37% of adults engage with novels or short stories. WUFT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Florida's College of Journalism and Communications is undertaking a detailed reaccreditation process by the ACEJMC to ensure continued compliance with high-quality educational standards. The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ The School Board of Alachua County, Florida, is scheduled to conduct a general business meeting on February 4, 2025, at 6 p.m. in the District Office Boardroom. Alachua Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville's mayor announced a $500,000 grant for gun violence prevention, emphasizing technology hubs with laptops to support youth in communities with high violence rates. WUFT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ High school teams across Gainesville engage in intense basketball and soccer district championship games, highlighting victories such as Santa Fe and Branford winning their soccer titles. WCJB
- ➤ Santa Fe College's spring sports season sees both men's and women's basketball teams facing challenges, while baseball and softball show potential for improvement. WRUF
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Florida Gators vs. Alabama Crimson Tide Women's Basketball
The Florida Gators Women's Basketball team competes against the Alabama Crimson Tide in a special Play4Kay Breast Cancer Awareness game.
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Cooking Class: A Flavorful Cooking Experience
Participants will learn to prepare traditional dishes like crispy spring rolls and Senegalese rice, followed by a tasting experience at the Working Food Community Center.
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Super Bowl 59 Kickoff Watch Party at Depot Village
Depot Village in Gainesville, Florida is hosting a family-friendly watch party for Super Bowl 59, featuring food, drinks, and live game viewing.
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Riverdance 30th Anniversary Tour
Riverdance celebrates its 30th anniversary with a special tour featuring innovative choreography, new costumes, and the introduction of a new generation of performers.
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Florida Gators vs. Stetson Hatters Softball Game
This event features a softball match between the Florida Gators and Stetson University Hatters at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium in Gainesville, FL.
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Florida Gators Softball vs. Boston College Eagles
The Florida Gators host the Boston College Eagles for a softball matchup at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium.
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Air Force Academy Falcons at Florida Gators Baseball Game
The Florida Gators will face off against the Air Force Academy Falcons in a baseball game at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, FL.
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Florida Gators Baseball vs. Air Force Academy Falcons
This event features a baseball matchup between the Florida Gators and the Air Force Academy Falcons at Condron Family Ballpark.
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Duke Blue Devils vs. Florida Gators Softball Match
The Florida Gators will face off against the Duke Blue Devils in a softball game as part of the Bubly Invitational at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium in Gainesville.
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Florida Gators vs. Florida A&M Rattlers Baseball Game
The Florida Gators will face off against the Florida A&M Rattlers in a college baseball game at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville.
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