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Gainesville
Sunday, February 8th, 2026
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Newberry Elementary students gathered this week to support hometown hero Cory Durden, who will suit up for New England in Santa Clara today at Super Bowl LX — a reminder that dreams begin in familiar hallways. WCJB
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The High Springs Fire Department launched a Narcan distribution program at City Hall to provide free double-dose boxes of the opioid reversal drug. The initiative, celebrated this week, aims to save lives in the community. WCJB
- ➤ Families from across Alachua County gathered at the UF School of Dentistry on Saturday, Feb. 7 for the annual Super Sealant Saturday event, where more than 500 children received free dental exams, sealants and fluoride varnish while enjoying a Toy Story-themed party. WCJB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Gators softball opened its season yesterday with a 7-0 win over Illinois State at the USF Rawlings Invitational (Keagan Rothrock tossed four no-hit innings and Cassidy McLellan went 3-for-3). The win boosted the team’s momentum heading into their game against Michigan. WRUF
- ➤ The Florida men’s tennis team defeated FGCU 4-0 at the Alfred A. Ring Tennis Complex Saturday afternoon—Henry Jefferson’s 6-2, 6-2 win sparked the Gators’ first victory since Jan. 24 and sets the stage for the ITA National Indoor Championships starting Feb. 13. The Independent Florida Alligator
- ➤ Florida's softball team won two games Saturday at the USF Rawlings Invitational as they beat Michigan and Bethune-Cookman to improve to 3-0. The team faces a doubleheader today against Kansas at 12 p.m. and USF at 2:35 p.m. WCJB
- ➤ Florida baseball will face UAB in Opening Day weekend without coach Kevin O’Sullivan — he was suspended for three games after admitting a misstep in previous matches, and the team will rely on a strong rotation and eager lineup to overcome recent setbacks. WRUF
- ➤ Florida’s women’s basketball team meets Arkansas at the O'Dome today at noon following a strong Thursday win over Auburn. The Gators plan to rely on key scorers Me’Arah O’Neal, Laila Reynolds, and Liv McGill to hold Arkansas winless in SEC play. WRUF
- ➤ Florida women's basketball faced three top-six teams in seven days — losing by double digits but reversing trends in turnovers and paint with a win over Auburn — and now will build on that progress when they play Arkansas at the O’Dome today. WRUF
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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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Makaya McCraven Live Performance
9:30 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Check for ticket details — Experience the innovative sounds of drummer and composer Makaya McCraven blending jazz, hip-hop, and global traditions.
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Comedian Angelo Colina Live
7-11 p.m. — The Wooly — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughs with Venezuelan comedian Angelo Colina as he brings his stand-up in Spanish to Gainesville.
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Gator Steps for Lung Disease 5K
8-11 a.m. — UF Genetics Institute — $35 to participate — A community-focused 5K run/walk supporting lung disease research and patient education.
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