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Saturday, April 4th, 2026
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Publix will be closed on Easter Sunday, April 5, leaving shoppers in Gainesville to choose alternative stores like Whole Foods, Sprouts or Walmart+ that are offering holiday hours. The Gainesville Sun
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ WeatherTiger forecasts a quieter hurricane season with only 4 to 7 hurricanes and about 70 ACE, which is about 35% below long-term averages, though there remain a 65% chance of a U.S. hurricane landfall. Residents should ready their hurricane plans as the season unfolds. The Gainesville Sun
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On April 3, TSA estimated wait times stayed under 15 minutes at most Florida airports, including Gainesville Regional Airport with an average of 9 minutes (flightqueue.com reported), guiding travelers planning their holiday flights. The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ The City of Gainesville is renovating the 3,800 sqft Wilhelmina Johnson Center & making improvements to the adjacent park starting this week, with Sharmie Ffar Park and the center's parking lot closed for construction staging until work concludes in spring. Alachua Chronicle
- ➤ Alachua County extended its mandatory burn ban until April 10 due to ongoing drought and high wildfire risk. Residents must follow the ban & report any fires to 911 to prevent dangerous outbreaks. Alachua Chronicle
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Five local spots offer a diverse brunch experience in Gainesville today. Nopal serves weekend brunch featuring Mexican staples, while Northwest Grille and OAK provide seafood and downtown options, Spurrier’s Gridiron Grille offers a buffet, and Superette brings Mediterranean touches. The Gainesville Sun
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Rueben Chinyelu from the men’s basketball team became the only Gator to earn the NABC Defensive Player of the Year award on Saturday, April 4, as local fans celebrate his historic achievement. WCJB
- ➤ Florida coach Todd Golden, fresh off a national title, is linked to UNC’s search for a new head coach after Hubert Davis was fired. Florida leadership insists it will keep Golden in Gainesville even though talks of a move continue. WRUF
- ➤ Oak Hall girls lacrosse dominated Gainesville High on Senior Night with a 19-0 win that marked a season-high four-game streak. The team improved to 7-5 overall and 3-0 in the district — seniors like Elseya Wellehan celebrated with hat tricks. WRUF
- ➤ Florida softball takes on Mississippi State in a three-game series at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium. Games start Friday, April 3 at 6 p.m., Saturday, April 4 at 11:30 a.m., and Sunday, April 5 at 1 p.m., with updates on SEC Network+ (games 1 and 3) and SEC Network (game 2). GatorSports
- ➤ Florida basketball's 2006 national title team remains close 20 years later as former sophomore starters (the O-Fours) share updates via a group text. They won their first title on April 3, 2006 and continue to uphold the strong bond formed during that season. The Gainesville Sun
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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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Spring Fling Depot Station Family Event
4-7 p.m. — Depot Park — Free entry — Enjoy family-friendly activities like mini golf, face painting, and a kids vendor market in a festive atmosphere.
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