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Gainesville
Monday, February 16th, 2026
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville holds a busy music week with free festivals, punk final shows, and live concerts from today through Sunday at spots like Civic Media Center, The Bull (featuring open mic and jazz nights) and The Wooly, offering a diverse local lineup. The Independent Florida Alligator
- ➤ The Barbergators Chorus has delighted locals for over five decades by delivering personalized Singing Valentines on Valentine’s Day, performing intimate a cappella renditions with a long-stemmed rose at workplaces and classrooms across Gainesville (and Alachua County) to bring people together. The Independent Florida Alligator
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UF’s Department of Physics held its ninth annual interactive science fair on Saturday at Depot Park, where families enjoyed hands-on science booths. The event celebrated the International Day of Women and Girls in Science (Feb. 11) and inspired kids to imagine a future in science. WCJB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Alachua County leaders are asking for grant proposal submissions to revitalize east Gainesville. Officials will review community ideas soon to plan the revitalization project. WCJB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Florida basketball will play South Carolina on Tuesday at 7 p.m. on SEC Network. The Gators, fresh off a win over Kentucky and a big win against South Carolina, are expected to control the game while giving more time to key players like Olivier Rioux and CJ Ingram (score prediction: 93-60). GatorSports
- ➤ Newberry High School boys basketball beat South Walton 63-39 Saturday in the Class 3A quarterfinals. The Panthers, led by Henry Mathias with 18 points, will host the region semifinal against Episcopal School of Jacksonville at 7 p.m. Saturday. WRUF
- ➤ After an opening day loss on Feb. 15, Florida baseball bounced back with two wins over UAB. Freshmen like Cash Strayer (a key batter) and veterans such as Kyle Jones led the team through strong pitching and timely hitting. GatorSports
- ➤ The Florida Gators men's golf team won the 49th Gators Invitational on Sunday at Mark Bostick Golf Course & secured their seventh straight title. Senior Matthew Kress led the team through challenging rounds amid strong winds. WRUF
- ➤ The Gators men’s tennis team won against SMU at the ITA National Indoors with strong doubles and singles results, and they will travel to Auburn to face the Tigers at 1 p.m. Saturday. The Independent Florida Alligator
- ➤ Florida softball defeated Georgia Tech 5 to 1 on Sunday at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium to complete an undefeated weekend (freshman Leah Stevens earned her first start and Ava Brown pitched three scoreless innings) while the team prepares for a midweek series against North Florida. WRUF
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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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Taste of the Bayou Love & Food Fest
12-6 p.m. — The Oaks Mall — Free entry — Celebrate local flavors with delicious bites and lively music in Gainesville's food fest.
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2026 Escape the Swamp Triathlon
12-3 p.m. — 250 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, FL — Registration fee applies — Challenge yourself in this exciting sprint and super sprint triathlon event.
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She Means Business Networking for Women
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Depot Village — Free entry — Connect with inspiring women in a supportive community focused on personal and professional growth.
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