Thursday, February 20th, 2025
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 2nd Annual Sunshine Music & Arts Festival in Gainesville on February 27 will feature local artists, a night market, and family-friendly activities. Alachua Chronicle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Florida faces a significant reduction in NIH research funding due to a new policy capping overhead cost reimbursement, which is being legally contested by 22 states and academic associations. The Independent Florida Alligator
- ➤ The University of Florida (UF) risks losing over $49 million in research funding due to a new NIH policy capping overhead cost reimbursement at 15%, amidst widespread legal opposition. The Independent Florida Alligator
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A study discovered over 3,600 animals from 35 different species living in Gainesville's sewer system, using it as a habitat and transportation method to adapt to urbanization. WCJB
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Ideal Nutrition, a new prepared meals franchise in Gainesville, opened its doors with a soft opening on Jan. 26, offering a convenient dining option with plans for expansion. The Independent Florida Alligator
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville High School progresses to the Class 5A-Region 1 finals in high school girls basketball after defeating Beachside 61-38, remaining the last Gainesville area team in the regional playoffs. WRUF
- ➤ The Florida Gators lacrosse team triumphed over USF with a score of 18-11, reaching a season record of 3-1. WRUF
- ➤ The No.10 Florida Gators secured a 10-4 victory against the Jacksonville Dolphins, marking a strong start in their first mid-week game of the season. WRUF
- ➤ The No. 21 ranked Florida Gators women's tennis team is set to play a crucial match against the No. 5 ranked Auburn Tigers on Sunday, showcasing a significant early season challenge. WRUF
-
Florida Gators Baseball vs. Dayton Flyers Baseball
The Florida Gators will face the Dayton Flyers in a baseball game at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, FL.
-
Florida Gators Baseball vs. Dayton Flyers
Experience an exciting collegiate baseball matchup between the Florida Gators and the Dayton Flyers at Condron Ballpark in Gainesville.
-
Florida Gulf Coast Eagles vs Florida Gators Softball
This event features a collegiate softball matchup between the Florida Gulf Coast Eagles and the Florida Gators at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium.
-
Sunshine Music and Arts Festival featuring Quil Darling
Experience a live performance by Quil Darling at the Heartwood Soundstage in Gainesville, Florida.
-
Florida Gators vs. Miami Hurricanes Baseball Match
The Florida Gators baseball team is set to compete against the Miami Hurricanes at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, FL.
-
Florida Gators Softball Tournament
The Florida Gators Softball event features a tournament at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium located at the University of Florida in Gainesville.
-
AM/FM Music Festival Featuring 25 Bands Across Three Stages
This music festival showcases the talent of 25 local bands in a vibrant setting, reflecting the Gainesville music community.
-
Winyah Live Performance
Winyah, an indie and southern rock band from South Carolina, will showcase their electrifying guitar solos and soulful sound at Heartwood Soundstage.
-
Gators Invitational Women’s Golf Tournament
This is a 54-hole collegiate golf tournament hosted by the University of Florida women's team, featuring both team and individual formats.
-
Florida Gators Baseball vs. Harvard Crimson
The Florida Gators Baseball team will compete against Harvard University at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough.
~ Naval Ravikant
About Daily Gainesville
Welcome to the Daily Gainesville, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Gainesville, Florida community. If you like the Daily Gainesville, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Gainesville.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Gainesville and across Florida. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Gainesville
A free Gainesville community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.

© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailygainesville.com/sitemap