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Wednesday, April 29th, 2026
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ May's first full moon, the Flower Moon, will peak at 1:23 p.m. ET on May 1 — a SpaceX Falcon 9 launch carrying 29 Starlink satellites is set to lift off from Florida 10 minutes later. Local space fans can look forward to this rare celestial show. The Gainesville Sun
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Cultural Affairs Division is inviting local artists to apply for a public art project at the future RTS Eastside Transfer Station on Southeast 20th Street. Applications must be submitted by Monday, May 25 and should integrate art into transit features (like benches and bike racks) to enhance the rider experience. City of Gainesville
- ➤ The award-winning documentary One Last Order will honor Sighle Williams, who retired after 37 years at Mac's Drive Thru, with a free outdoor screening at Bo Diddley Plaza on May 2 plus a post-screening Q&A and live music by local soul band The Browns. The Gainesville Sun
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Teachers and community members at Irby Elementary voiced concern over a proposal to close or consolidate the school — part of a broader rezoning plan affecting area schools. They submitted alternative plans and will attend a public comment session on May 5 to help shape the decision. WCJB
- ➤ Sabrina Cook was named the 2026 School-Related Employee of the Year for Alachua County Public Schools on April 28 and will be honored at a local celebration later this month representing Lake Forest Elementary in a statewide program. She has served in various roles at the school and is highly valued by students, families + staff. The Gainesville Sun
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wildflowers such as Indian blanket, coreopsis and phlox bloomed along the medians of U.S. 441 in Alachua on Monday, April 27 — a sign of nature's resilience amid the region's ongoing drought. The Gainesville Sun
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bob Ross, a 71-year-old lacrosse fan known for his constant chants at UF games, fills Dizney Stadium with cheers while collecting player signatures using his Sharpie. The No. 4 Gators face UC Davis at 4 p.m. Thursday in the conference tournament. WRUF
- ➤ On Tuesday night at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium, the Gators ended their home losing streak with a 4-3 win over Florida State — highlighted by standout pitching from Keagan Rothrock and Olivia Miller as the team rallied to take the decisive lead. The Independent Florida Alligator
- ➤ Florida Gators women's basketball added transfer guard Kiyomi McMiller from Penn State and signed guard Bailey Harris, with first-year coach Tammi Reiss reshaping the team for a faster offense — McMiller averaged 21.6 points per game last season, marking her as a key scoring threat for the program. WRUF
- ➤ Florida softball still can win its first SEC regular season title after a loss to FSU, as the Gators will face Georgia on Thursday, April 30 — a win could secure a high seed while a loss might drop them to seventh. Their RPI remains at No. 5. GatorSports
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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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81st Annual Newberry Watermelon Festival
9 AM – 4 PM — Newberry Watermelon Festival — Free entry — Enjoy family fun with games, crafts, and live entertainment while savoring delicious Florida Watermelon.
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North Central Florida Women in Blues Showcase
3-6 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Celebrate the power of blues music with talented female artists in an engaging atmosphere.
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Our Town by Thornton Wilder
7:30 p.m. — Gainesville Community Playhouse — Ticket prices vary — Experience the Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece that explores the essential truths of life in a small town.
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Gainesville Speed Dating for Singles in Their 20s and 30s
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Tinker Restaurant — Ticket cost unknown — Connect with up to 12 local singles through engaging 6-minute dates.
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Ole 60 Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Heartwood Soundstage — Tickets starting at $83 each — Enjoy a night of live music in Gainesville's vibrant venue.
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