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Gainesville
Thursday, April 9th, 2026
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Florida Credit Union opened its new corporate headquarters in Gainesville with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Apr. 8, 2026 (attended by leaders from the Greater Gainesville Chamber of Commerce). WCJB
- ➤ Local Xfinity and DISH customers have faced blackouts of channels like ABC, NBC, and CBS since March due to ongoing contract disputes between station owners and service providers. Gainesville viewers may use free antenna + streaming apps to watch local news and sports. The Gainesville Sun
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville-based hairstylist Antoinette Black won a Children and Family Emmy Award on April 8 for her work on Disney’s Descendants: The Rise of Red. She celebrated her win with a local gathering at the Hippodrome Theatre (downtown) and continues to boost her TV career. The Gainesville Sun
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ High Springs Community School students will debut the Bike Bus on Wednesday, May 6 for Bike and Roll to School Day, joining a supervised ride with two routes organized by Safe Kids NCFL and local safety partners + helmet use is required for safety as families travel together to school. Alachua Chronicle
- ➤ The University of Florida ranked No. 2 among public universities on Forbes’ 2026 New Ivies list released on April 8 (highlighting its advances in AI education with new certificates and the HiPerGator supercomputer) and marked a continued focus on preparing graduates for an AI-driven job market. The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ ACPS held a meeting Tuesday evening in the Oak View Middle School cafeteria to discuss the school's conversion from fifth–eighth to pre‑K through eighth starting in August. District officials outlined renovation plans including new modular classrooms and revised drop‑off routes to address safety concerns. The Independent Florida Alligator
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Alachua County’s hazardous waste transfer station processes 775 tons of daily trash with rising electronic waste from phones and vapes, as officials update drop-off sites and safety protocols to prevent fires and protect data privacy. County staff work with certified recyclers to recover valuable metals from discarded devices. WUFT
- ➤ Alligator mating season has begun and gators are more active, raising risk during outdoor activities. Gainesville residents and pet owners (especially those with small pets) should remain cautious and keep animals away from water. The Gainesville Sun
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, April 7, Florida baseball won a 4-3 game over Florida State to complete the season sweep while improving to 8-0 against top 25 teams; Hayden Yost hit his first homer (and a fifth-inning rally helped the win). GatorSports
- ➤ Florida football secured five star offensive lineman Maxwell Hiller's verbal commitment on April 8, joining the class of 2027 and boosting the Gators' recruit rankings. The 6 ft 5, 305 lbs recruit chose Florida over offers from Tennessee + Alabama + Ohio State after a long connection to coach Trautwein. GatorSports
- ➤ Maxwell Hiller, a 6-foot-5 junior rated as the top interior lineman in the 2027 class, committed Wednesday to join the Gators from Pennsylvania's Red Raiders. He brings offers from Alabama, Tennessee and Ohio State and will train under coach Phil Trautwein. The Independent Florida Alligator
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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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Ani DiFranco Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Ticket pricing varies — Enjoy a night with the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter passionately showcasing her influential folk and indie music.
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