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Gainesville
Friday, April 10th, 2026
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of April.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Florida's minimum wage will rise to $15 an hour on Sept. 30 for non-tipped employees, following a constitutional amendment passed in 2020 that mandated annual $1 increases (with tipped employees' direct wages increasing to $11.98) and future raises tied to inflation. The Gainesville Sun
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ State officials warned that despite heavy rains, most of Florida remains in extreme drought, affecting over 18 million residents with county burn bans to curb wildfire risk. Alerts say wildfires will become more active in April, May and June. The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ Colorado State University forecasts that the 2026 hurricane season will have 13 named storms as Florida will face the highest U.S. risk of a storm passing within 50 miles — a 74% chance — and urges residents to prepare for potential impacts. The Gainesville Sun
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Florida Gators women’s tennis team faces No. 11 Vanderbilt today at 5 p.m. at the Mitchell Tennis Center as they seek to bounce back from a 4-0 loss to Texas A&M in College Station in a key SEC contest. WRUF
- ➤ Florida gymnastics energize the Exactech Arena at the O’Connell Center with strong fan support + a 42-2 home record that reflects team spirit; the team will head to Fort Worth on April 16 for the NCAA Championships. The Independent Florida Alligator
- ➤ Florida football will hold its spring game tomorrow at The Swamp with free admission; fans can watch highlights later on SEC Network & ESPN channels when the show airs at an unannounced time. GatorSports
- ➤ Florida football coach Jon Sumrall will speak on Wednesday, July 22 at SEC Media Days held in Tampa (at the Marriott Water Street and JW Marriott) from July 20-23 as part of the state’s first preseason media event of this kind. The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ The Gators secured a star commitment from interior lineman Maxwell Hiller (the No. 5 overall recruit in the 2027 class) after coaching ties led him to choose Florida over Tennessee, Alabama, and Ohio State. His signing is a major win for the local program. WRUF
- ➤ After an early tournament exit, Florida basketball turned its focus to the transfer portal that opened on April 7; Coach Todd Golden is now working to assemble a 2026 roster with key players returning and others expected to depart. WRUF
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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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Free Fridays Concert Series Featuring mamish and Ricky Kendall
7-9 p.m. — Bo Diddley Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy live performances from local artists in a vibrant outdoor setting.
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