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Gainesville
Monday, February 9th, 2026
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ John Abbitt from Gainesville urged the school board to reinstate the canceled Feb. 17 meeting so community members can provide feedback on the rezoning plan scheduled for a final vote on March 12 (the only alternative is the March 3 session). Alachua Chronicle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The UF Lakes, Vegetation and Landscaping Committee delayed a decision on the Graham Stormwater Improvement Project that would remove 947 trees (including 67 heritage trees) to fix drainage issues in the Graham Woods between Flavet Field and Gale Lemerand Drive. The committee will meet again on March 5 to review additional details. The Independent Florida Alligator
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Since Feb. 6, Gainesville community members have raised concerns after a new state rule makes driver's tests available only in English (leaving non-English speakers at a disadvantage). Local educators and driving schools say they will work to help drivers adapt. The Independent Florida Alligator
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local florists offer many choices for Valentine’s Day with options from classic red roses to plant-forward bouquets and curated gifts; shops like The Plant Shoppe, The Flower Shop, Floral Expressions, Agapanthus, Prange’s Plantscapes & Florist, and Crevasse’s Florist are conveniently located around town. The Independent Florida Alligator
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ No. 6 Florida Softball beat Kansas 11–2 on Sunday afternoon at USF Softball Stadium and secured their fourth win in three days. The Gators will face USF Sunday evening in their final tournament game, aiming to sweep the event for a second year. WRUF
- ➤ Skye Blakely scored 9.95 on bars and 9.975 on floor at a gymnastics meet in Gainesville on Friday, Feb. 6. Her performance marked an exciting highlight in the local season. WCJB
- ➤ Liv McGill recorded her second career triple-double (25 points, 14 rebounds, and 8 assists) as the Gators beat Arkansas 75-69 on Sunday. The team will travel to Norman on Thursday, Feb. 12 for a 7 p.m. tip-off against the Sooners. WCJB
- ➤ After clinching its fourth straight District 2 title with a 46-32 win against Trinity Catholic on Saturday night, PK Yonge’s boys basketball team now awaits its regional quarterfinal opponent with the opener set for Saturday at 7 p.m. (Hoskins Gymnasium). WRUF
- ➤ The No.6 Florida softball team ended its opening weekend undefeated at the USF Rawlings Invitational Sunday with wins over Kansas and USF and now will play Jacksonville Tuesday at 6 p.m. on ESPN+. WCJB
- ➤ The Panthers won consecutive district titles in the 3A District 3 boys basketball tournament on Saturday after beating the Bradford Tornadoes 60 to 49—senior Juwan Scippio scored 16 points as four players reached double figures and coach Patrick Green said the team stayed cool at the end. 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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