Daily
Gainesville
Monday, April 20th, 2026
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown’s The Streatery project began construction April 13 to transform Southwest First Ave into a two-block pedestrian zone with outdoor lighting, seating, landscaping, and electrical outlets. The $4.5 million project is scheduled for completion in October and will boost access to local shops and restaurants (Loosey’s, How Bazar). The Independent Florida Alligator
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A wildfire near Gainesville Regional Utilities’ eastside operations center burned 25 acres Sunday afternoon, prompting some evacuations and road closures (near 53rd Avenue and Main Street) as firefighters and helicopter crews work to contain the blaze. WCJB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ GCRA resource fairs in East Gainesville will help property owners meet with qualified contractors and lenders for home projects. The city’s GCRA director said events held at select community centers (details forthcoming) will offer practical guidance for planning improvements. WCJB
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The 67th annual Parade of Homes showcases new build trends including energy saving techniques across local neighborhoods and runs today from noon to 5 p.m. The event offers a self guided tour using an interactive map. WCJB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ No. 4 Florida softball won a 7-1 series victory over Auburn Sunday afternoon at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium. The Gators, buoyed by Kendall Grover’s two-run home run and Keagan Rothrock’s strong pitching, will face Florida State in Tallahassee Wednesday at 6 p.m. and in Gainesville April 28. WRUF
- ➤ UF junior golfer Paula Francisco won the SEC individual title at Pelican Golf Club with an 8 under par score, leading Florida to a team stroke play win — the top seeded Gators will face Vanderbilt at 8 a.m. Monday in the quarterfinals. WRUF
- ➤ Jocelyn Erickson was honored pregame on Florida softball Senior Day and will leave the program as a legend, finishing with 19 home runs and 67 RBIs this season. The event marked a milestone in her career and celebrated her outstanding play. The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ Urban Klavzar wrapped up a strong junior season, earning SEC Sixth Man of the Year and announcing he will return for his senior year, positioning him as a candidate for the starting guard role. He credited summer training & teamwork at Florida for his marked improvement and potential future impact. WRUF
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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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Alachua County Master Gardener Spring Plant Sale
9 AM – 1 PM — Alachua County Agriculture and Equestrian Center — Free entry — Discover over 6,000 Florida-friendly plants and get expert gardening advice.
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Florida’s Story as Told by Water
1-2 p.m. — Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Park — Free entry — Discover Florida's narrative through water in a captivating presentation.
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Million Dollar Quartet Performance
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Hippodrome Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience the musical retelling of the iconic recording session featuring Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash.
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Florida Gators vs. Kentucky Wildcats Baseball
12-1 p.m. — Condron Ballpark — Free giveaway — Wrap up the SEC series with Florida Gators baseball facing off against Kentucky Wildcats.
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