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Gainesville
Monday, March 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ St. Francis House ended daily services for homeless individuals on Friday as part of its final phase closure, a change that affects families who depended on the shelter and now must find alternative support in Gainesville. WCJB
- ➤ Local churches and faith-based ministries serve Gainesville's Latin community by offering food, prayer and clothing to residents, including plans to move to a larger location for increased food distribution later this month (a step to aid families facing language barriers). The Independent Florida Alligator
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Florida’s basketball team recorded a historic win on Friday and will face Iowa in a second-round NCAA Tournament game Sunday night at 7:10 p.m. on TBS in Tampa — radio coverage starts at 6:40 p.m. WRUF
- ➤ Florida's gymnastics team won its 13th SEC championship after beating Oklahoma by 0.025 at Tulsa. The team (led by Selena Harris-Miranda's perfect bars) now returns the title to Gainesville as the NCAA postseason nears. WRUF
- ➤ Florida’s No. 5 softball team bested No. 1 Tennessee 3-2 in a three-game SEC series on Sunday, Mar. 22, led by Taylor Shumaker’s key home run. Their first series win over Tennessee since 2017 sets up a midweek game against Stetson in Gainesville. The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ Florida coach Todd Golden questioned the referees after a first-half scuffle led to a double technical call on his team and Iowa, as the game ended 73 — 72 when Iowa sank a three-pointer with 4.5 seconds remaining. GatorSports
- ➤ Madison Walker, a Florida softball junior, hit a two-run home run that led the Gators to a 5-2 win over No. 1 Tennessee. The Gainesville Sun
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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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Easter Brunch Buffet
10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. — Best Western Gateway Grand — Adults $46.95, Seniors $38.95, Children $19.95 — Celebrate Easter with a festive buffet featuring delicious dishes and a joyful atmosphere.
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Free Fridays Concert Series Featuring Crooked Counsel
7-9 p.m. — Bo Diddley Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy live '60s and '70s rock music under the stars with Crooked Counsel.
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Executive MBA Spring Open House
9:15 AM - 12:00 PM — Hough Hall, Gainesville, FL — Free entry — Explore how the Executive MBA from UF can elevate your career with insights from program leaders and alumni.
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Gainesville Speed Dating Event
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Tinker Restaurant — Ticket required — Connect with potential matches in an engaging and fun speed dating format.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
If you do what is easy, your life will be hard. If you do what is hard, your life will be easy.
~ Les Brown
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