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Saturday, April 5th, 2025
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The city of Gainesville held a groundbreaking on Friday, April 4 to begin renovations at Tom Petty Park. The $1.97M project—funded by the Gainesville Wild Spaces and Public Places half‑cent sales tax—will remove four racquetball courts to add eight pickleball courts and upgrade park amenities, with work set to finish in early 2026. WUFT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Santa Fe College Gallery will host its annual Student Art Show — a free exhibition that showcases student artwork in painting, ceramics, drawing and photography. The event will open with a reception and award ceremony on April 18 from 7 to 9 p.m. and run through May 2 at Building M, Room 147, 3000 Northwest 83rd Street in Gainesville. Alachua Chronicle
- ➤ Brycelynn Rivera, a junior at P.K. Yonge, won the 2025 FIRST Robotics Competition Dean’s List Finalist Award on April 4 for her leadership with the Roaring Riptide robotics team that helped improve assistive technology for children—she will compete at the FIRST World Championships in Houston from April 16-19. Alachua Chronicle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Vanderbilt baseball is heading to Gainesville to face Florida in a SEC series with a game scheduled today at 12 p.m. at Condron Family Ballpark—Florida is grappling with injuries and a 1-8 conference record. The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ Florida Gators announced that their veteran offensive line—led by seniors Jake Slaughter and Austin Barber—will return for the 2025 season to boost the offense after strong improvements in pass and run blocking last year. Seven of eight linemen who started over 20% of snaps in 2024 are coming back to add depth and experience to the team. WRUF
- ➤ Florida basketball plays Auburn today at 6:09 p.m. at the Alamodome—after rallying from second-half deficits all season, the Gators may use grounding techniques practiced at a bayfront park to regain focus—underscoring their strong comeback spirit. GatorSports
- ➤ The Florida Gators are in the Final Four for the first time in over a decade and will soon meet Auburn after winning the SEC tournament. Voice of the Gators Sean Kelley said changes over the last eight weeks—such as missing players—have altered the matchup from their last encounter. WCJB
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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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Easter Brunch Celebration
11 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Sweetwater Branch Inn Lodging & Events — Check event page for pricing — Enjoy a delightful morning filled with delicious food, good company, and Easter cheer.
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Pretty Woman The Musical
7:30-9 p.m. — Curtis M. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a fresh take on the classic romance with a modern, empowered Vivian and a dynamic score by Bryan Adams.
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South Florida Bulls vs. Florida Gators Softball
6-10 p.m. — Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Cheer on the local teams in a spirited softball showdown.
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