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Gainesville
Monday, March 16th, 2026
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Peaceful Paths is a domestic abuse network offering free 24-hour hotline support, shelters, support groups, and legal and financial help to survivors in Alachua, Bradford, and Union counties. Call 352-377-8255 locally or 1-800-799-7233 if you are outside the area. WCJB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville Regional Airport reported TSA wait times under 15 minutes on Sunday amid a partial government shutdown that left nearly 50,000 officers working without full pay statewide. Travelers should plan extra time at major hubs (Orlando, Fort Lauderdale) due to busy spring break travel. The Gainesville Sun
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ TV20's Myra Monroe interviewed a pharmacist on Sunday, Mar. 15 to share practical tips on managing spring allergies and prioritizing health in the community — the discussion highlighted remedies and symptom relief during the season. WCJB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Florida basketball earned a No. 1 seed in the South Region and will play at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa on Friday, March 20 against the winner of the First Four matchup between Prairie View A&M and Lehigh + marking the team's first NCAA game hosted in Florida since 2017. GatorSports
- ➤ Freshman outfielder Cash Strayer hit his first career grand slam on Sunday to help the Florida Gators sweep South Carolina with a 13-3 run-rule win at Condron Ballpark. The Independent Florida Alligator
- ➤ Florida softball shut out Kentucky 9-0 in six innings Sunday afternoon in Lexington as pitcher Keagan Rothrock earned her ninth complete game in her 16th start, and the Gators will host the Tennessee Lady Volunteers next weekend at home. WRUF
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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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Florida Gators Softball vs. Stetson Hatters
6-9 p.m. — Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium — Check for ticket prices — Catch the thrilling softball matchup between the Florida Gators and Stetson Hatters in Gainesville.
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Spring Winds and Classics
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Lyceum Concert Hall at Santa Fe College — Cost not specified — Enjoy a performance by the Concert Band showcasing classical and modern works.
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Stop Children’s Cancer Sapphire Soirée
5:30-10 p.m. — Reitz Union Food Court — Cost information not provided — Celebrate 45 years of impact while supporting childhood cancer research.
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The Legends Gala
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Spurrier's Gridiron Grille — $1,250-$3,750 — Have a once in a lifetime opportunity to dine with all 3 legendary UF Heisman Trophy winners.
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Easy Honey Concert
7-10 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — $33 general admission — Experience the energetic sounds of Easy Honey in an intimate Gainesville venue.
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Gainesville Asian Festival
10 AM – 4 PM — Bo Diddley Plaza — Free entry — Celebrate Asian and Pacific Islander culture with performances, food trucks, and craft vendors.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems.
~ James Clear
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