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Friday, April 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville filmmaker Tom Miller led his team to win six awards at the Puerto Aventuras International Film Festival in Mexico (March 25 to 29) where their dark comedy Audience took top honors including Best Feature Film and Best Director. The win shows support for Gainesville’s growing arts scene. The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ More than 1,000 Jewish students, faculty, alumni and community members gathered for a Passover Seder at UF’s O’Connell Center on April 1 — organizers said it was the largest single-seated Passover event in the nation, with university officials and local leaders in attendance to show support. The Gainesville Sun
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Florida wide receivers are showing strong improvement in spring practice under coaches Trent McKnight and Marcus Davis ahead of the Spring Game on Saturday, Apr. 11. Vernell Brown III, Eric Singleton Jr., and others are sharpening their skills in preparation for the season. The Independent Florida Alligator
- ➤ Florida Gators gymnastics competed at the NCAA Tempe Regional at Desert Financial Arena in Tempe last night, streamed on ESPN+ where coach Jenny Rowland returned for her homecoming. The top-seeded team faced nine competitors and delivered a strong performance in a closely contested meet. GatorSports
- ➤ The No. 3 Florida Gators improved their ranking in Tempe on April 2 by competing against California, Penn State, and Arizona State — and they will face the regional final tomorrow at 8 p.m. if they earn one of the top two spots. The Independent Florida Alligator
- ➤ Today at James G. Pressly Stadium, the Pepsi Florida Relays will kick off the outdoor season while revisiting Gator record-breaking performances—evident in events from the hammer throw to hurdles—that have defined past relays. The Independent Florida Alligator
- ➤ Florida lacrosse attacker Clark Hamilton has scored 40 points and earned multiple honors this season, proving her key role on the team. The No. 7 Gators will face No. 16 Colorado at noon Saturday at Donald R. Dizney Stadium. WRUF
- ➤ After an 8 to 2 win over Stetson in DeLand on Wednesday, Florida softball ended its road trip with Jocelyn Erickson becoming the first Gator since Reagan Walsh to reach 200 RBIs, and they return home for Game 1 against Mississippi State today at 6 p.m. WRUF
- ➤ The No. 4 Gators men’s swim and dive team earned a silver medal at the NCAA meet held last Saturday at McAuley Aquatic Center in Atlanta, marking their best finish since 1985; senior Josh Liendo won three events, including setting a new record in the 100-meter butterfly. WRUF
- ➤ Under coach Jenny Rowland, Florida's gymnastics team posted high beam and bars scores, earned All-SEC honors and beat top-ranked teams this season. The team has a 14-meet win streak & is seen as a contender for a national title before key athletes graduate. WRUF
- ➤ Florida baseball is hosting Ole Miss in game 2 of their SEC series today at 6:30 p.m. on SEC Network+; it is their first home meeting with the Rebels since 2021. GatorSports
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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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Samantha Fish Live Concert
8-10 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Kids 12 and under free — Experience the powerhouse guitar and soulful melodies of one of today's most formidable musicians.
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The Happy Fits Concert
12-10 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Tickets from $32 — Catch The Happy Fits live in an intimate setting.
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Florida Gators vs. Jacksonville University Dolphins Baseball
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Condron Ballpark — Support your team — Cheer on the Gators as they face off against the Dolphins in this exciting college baseball matchup.
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Yonder Mountain String Band Concert
8-11 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Tickets from $81 — Enjoy an evening of live bluegrass and string band music in Gainesville.
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Singer Songwriter Showcase
7-9 p.m. — Bo Diddley Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy original performances from local singer-songwriters in a lively downtown setting.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
A happy person isn't someone who's happy all the time. It's someone who effortlessly interprets events in a way that benefits them.
~ Naval Ravikant
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