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Gainesville
Thursday, February 12th, 2026
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rising rental prices in Gainesville are pushing UF and Santa Fe College students to sign leases quickly as one-bedroom apartments now cost around $1,200 a month, with leasing managers warning that increased signings drive up rents + prompting some to move closer to campus. The Independent Florida Alligator
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville converted SW 10th and SW 12th into one-way streets to improve safety (adding bike lanes and parking) as part of the Vision Zero plan. Residents and business owners say the change implemented earlier this month has complicated navigation, and city officials may still adjust the design if problems persist. WUFT
- ➤ The Alachua County Commission approved a temporary permit for WildFlowers Music Park in Melrose Tuesday night after public presentations (requiring no trespassing and no parking signs) and cleared the way for a festival set for March 13-15 on the 270-acre site. WUFT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday (Feb. 11), the Gator softball team returned from a six-game road trip with an 11-1 win over Jacksonville University, capped by Kenleigh Cahalen's grand slam in the third inning that sparked a dominant performance at home. WCJB
- ➤ The Rock National basketball team honored its seniors on Tuesday with an 83-47 win over Jordan Christian Prep, but the program will close this season + coach Justin Harden has left for a new role at Syndicate Academy as the school plans to rejoin FHSAA. GatorSports
- ➤ Newberry baseball defeated Crystal River 11-2 on Tuesday after building an 8-0 lead by the second inning with junior Tavis Honeycutt hitting a key solo home run. The Panthers will take a few days off before hosting Oak Hall on Tuesday. WRUF
- ➤ Thomas Haugh earned a spot on the Wooden Award Late Midseason Top 20 Watch List after leading the Gators with a 17.8 point average. He will play against Georgia in Athens tonight with coverage starting at 6:30 and tipoff at 7. WRUF
- ➤ Florida baseball players are preparing for season opening at Condron Family Ballpark as catchers strengthen their bond and pitchers test depth ahead of non-conference matchups followed by SEC play starting in March. WRUF
- ➤ Santa Fe boys soccer clinched a historic win Tuesday night with a penalty shootout against South Walton, advancing to their first (3A Region 1) final; the Raiders will host Pensacola Catholic Friday in a regional match that sets their sights on the state semifinals. 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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2026 Gainesville Guitar Festival
7-10 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Tickets available — Celebrate guitar music with performances, workshops, and gear swaps at this annual festival.
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