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Monday, March 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville residents can view the blood moon eclipse early Tuesday morning, March 3, when Earth’s shadow turns the moon burnt orange (it begins at 3:44 a.m. and peaks at 6:33 a.m.). WCJB
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville-based indie pop artist Vané Light released her new single 'Ultraviolet' on Feb. 27 — her first song recorded with her band after years of solo work — as she embraces local collaboration while continuing her studies at UF. The Independent Florida Alligator
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Logan Cutts, a sixth generation beekeeper (he now manages thousands of hives), will lead upcoming UF beekeeping courses on April 25 and May 16 to train beginners in hive management. His efforts continue a family legacy that supports vital local agriculture. WUFT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday morning, nine veterinarians and dentists from the Dental Coalition for Conservation provided routine dental and medical checkups for 173 monkeys at Jungle Friends Primate Sanctuary. The partnership helped the animals receive essential care to improve their overall well-being. WUFT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Florida Gators clinched at least a share of the SEC title by winning 111-77 over Arkansas on Feb. 28 in Gainesville. The team (posting a 9-0 record in February) now aims for a top seed in the upcoming NCAA Tournament. The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ In Gainesville, Florida women’s basketball struggles persist as spending remains the lowest among SEC programs and home attendance lags — interim coach Finley aims to boost performance after a No. 20 Ole Miss upset on Feb. 26, citing resource issues and recruitment challenges. GatorSports
- ➤ The Gators women's tennis team upset No. 11 Oklahoma at home Saturday and won 4‑3 in a match decided in a tight third set — Pawlak broke serve to clinch the win. The team will face LSU Thursday at 6 p.m. WRUF
- ➤ Florida baseball defeated Miami 8-4 in nine innings at Mark Light Field, giving the Gators their fifth-straight series win. The team will face Miami again in Sunday's series finale at 1 p.m. on ACC Network Extra (WRUF 98.1 FM/850 AM). WRUF
- ➤ Florida's Liv McGill scored eight points as the Gators lost 71-58 to the Bulldogs in Athens, with Georgia dominating rebounding and defense to keep the game tied only briefly at 23; the Gators now prepare for the SEC Tournament starting March 4 in Greenville (SC). The Independent Florida Alligator
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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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Josh Meloy Live
7-9:30 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Tickets available — Experience the storytelling magic of Josh Meloy supported by rising Oklahoma artist Trenton Fletcher.
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Jimmy Buffett's Escape to Margaritaville Musical
7:30 p.m. — Gainesville Community Playhouse — Ticket prices vary — Experience a hilarious musical filled with Jimmy Buffett's beloved classics.
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BTS Comeback Kpop Cupsleeve Event
12-5 p.m. — Pearson Professional Center — Reserve your spot — Celebrate BTS’s comeback with themed drinks, contests, and fun activities.
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Accomplice: A Thrilling Whodunit
2-4 p.m. — Hippodrome Theatre — Check website for ticket prices — Immerse yourself in a sharp, fast-paced thriller full of rivalries and deception.
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