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Gainesville
Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Songfest 2025 is a free concert and festival celebrating a cappella and choral music that will be held on Thursday, April 10 at 7:00 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Gainesville, and donations will be accepted at the door to support the ACPS Honor Choir program. Alachua Chronicle
- ➤ A dance battle that was part of a UF studio art project erupted Monday afternoon at Plaza of the Americas when student wizards Salizar The Great and Warlock Corpuis staged a duel to satirize modern political debates—Corpuis secured the win with energetic moves as about 40 spectators dressed in blue capes cheered the performance. The event highlighted playful political commentary and drew local attention from both art and gaming fans—underscoring the creative spirit on campus. The Independent Florida Alligator
- ➤ ARTSPEAKSgnv, Inc. will present the 3rd Annual BARD & Broadside: North Central Florida Poetry Festival from April 5 to 26—this free multi-day event will feature poetry readings, creative writing workshops, storytelling, and competitions at various Gainesville venues. The schedule includes a teen poetry contest at the county library, a panel discussion on local history at the Matheson History Museum, and a poetry slam at VECINOS Neighborhood Restaurant and Bar. Alachua Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville Regional Utilities will perform a routine gas line pressure test this weekend that may cause loud noise and a rotten egg odor — residents near UF Health and the UF campus will face road closures on Archer Road and Mowry Road from 2 to 7 a.m. Sunday. GRU is working with Duke Energy and local police to manage detours during the test. The Gainesville Sun
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Inspectors found that 13 restaurants (inspected March 24-30) had high-priority health violations such as unsafe food temperatures (seen at Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar, Bagels and Noodles, and Ballyhoo Grill) and poor sanitation practices. Owners must complete follow-up inspections and corrective actions to fix the issues. The Gainesville Sun
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Florida’s top-seeded Gators overcame a 9‐point deficit in their Elite 8 game as Walter Clayton Jr. scored 30 with five crucial three‐pointers and Thomas Haugh added 20 points and 11 rebounds — fueling an 18‐4 run to secure an 84‐79 win over Texas Tech — which sent the team to its first Final Four since 2014. WRUF
- ➤ High school spring sports in Gainesville are nearing the end of the regular season with boys and girls lacrosse finishing this week and flag football set to end soon. Teams like Buchholz, Oak Hall and Santa Fe are competing hard for playoff spots — local fans can expect exciting matchups as the postseason approaches. The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ The University of Florida Swimming and Diving earned 64 All-American honors from the College Swimming and Diving Coaches Association on April 1 with 22 student-athletes recognized, including 41 first team and 23 second team selections. The men’s team finished fourth at Nationals—while the women’s team placed sixth after strong races. WRUF
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Lily Rose Live Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Tickets available — Experience a rising star of country music with her viral hits and energetic performance.
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Gators Baseball vs. Vanderbilt Commodores
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Condron Family Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling baseball showdown between the Gators and Commodores in Gainesville.
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Free to Fly 5K Trail Run
12 PM — Hickory Forest — Free entry — Participate in a community-focused trail run for all ages and skill levels.
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Big: Culture and Arts Festival 2025
8:00 PM – 12:30 AM — Loosey's Downtown Gainesville — $45 — Experience a circus-themed celebration of music, art, and community with activities for all ages.
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Gainesville Street Rods Cruise In
5:30-8:00 p.m. — Publix Super Market at Springhill Commons — Register your car for a chance to win prizes while enjoying DJ music and a fun family atmosphere.
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Third Annual Bard & Broadside Poetry Festival with Lola Haskins
1-3 p.m. — Alachua County Library District — Free entry — Experience an engaging poetry reading and creative writing workshop led by acclaimed poet Lola Haskins.
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Tech Coffee Social
8:30-9:30 a.m. — The Alchemy Work Club — Free entry — Relax and network over coffee with fellow tech professionals in a casual setting.
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Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Florida Gators Softball
6-10 p.m. — Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium — Ticket prices may vary — Watch a fierce matchup between top college softball teams.
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A Kingdom Social Lounge Experience
7-10 p.m. — Hippodrome Theatre — Cost not specified — Experience a serene gathering for the faith-based community to connect and share fellowship.
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Alachua County Farmers Market
8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. — Alachua County Farmers' Market — Free entry — Discover fresh local produce and artisanal goods from nearby farmers.
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