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Wednesday, July 9th, 2025
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ High Springs will host its free National Night Out event on August 5 at the Civic Center with a DJ, free food, giveaways, a bounce house, and a water slide. The High Springs Police Department & Safe Kids North Central Florida will offer free car seat checks from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. to help families with child passenger safety. Alachua Chronicle
- ➤ A new parkrun event at West End Community Park will begin on July 12 at 7:30 a.m.—a free, volunteer-run 5K that welcomes runners and walkers of all ages—and it will join the Depot Park parkrun, which regularly draws about 100 participants. The Gainesville Sun
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Brandon Thomas Quinn, 36, was arrested on July 8 after allegedly waiting outside Main Street Publix to attack, choke, and try to rob a man—judge William Davis set his bail at $40,000. Alachua Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florida has expanded the Safe Haven Law to allow fire stations to add baby boxes starting July 1 to give parents a secure and private way to surrender newborns. Some stations, including one in Chiefland, already have climate-controlled boxes that alert responders when activated. WCJB
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ University of Florida launched HealthScreen to offer free screenings for hypertension, heart disease, diabetes and stroke — a program filling a vital gap in North Central Florida. The program uses mobile health vehicles at community events to provide education and referrals and is funded by a $937,000 grant from the Florida Department of Health. Alachua Chronicle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Over Fourth of July weekend, Florida State improved its recruiting trail when five-star cornerback Chauncey Kennon committed to the Seminoles—Florida added safety CJ Hester and other schools switched players. Experts said more shifts could happen as teams worked to land top recruits. The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ Men’s college basketball rankings have been updated after the transfer portal closed and the NBA draft finished, setting rosters for the 2025-26 season. The updated Top 25 now has the defending champions Florida Gators ranked eighth as teams from major conferences adjust their lineups — the changes indicate a competitive race for next season’s title. GatorSports
- ➤ Florida lacrosse named Jared Bernhardt as its new assistant coach on Tuesday, July 8. He brings strong experience in lacrosse and football and joins head coach Amanda O’Leary and assistant coach Haley Hicklen—boosting the team’s coaching staff. The Independent Florida Alligator
- ➤ Florida men’s tennis sophomore Adhitya Ganesan worked hard under coach Adam Steinberg to get stronger after an injury hurt him in his freshman year — he raised his ranking to No. 41 by winning key matches over top players. He said his improved strength and energy helped him lead the team both in singles and doubles play. The Independent Florida Alligator
- ➤ Florida football enters the season with high hopes after adding talented transfers and recruits — including wide receivers Vernell Brown III and Dallas Wilson — to strengthen its offense and defense for a challenging schedule starting on August 30 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. The Independent Florida Alligator
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Candlelight: Tribute to Queen
6:30-8:45 p.m. — Hippodrome Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a live orchestra's candlelit homage to the legendary rock band Queen.
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An Evening with Dauzat St. Marie
7-10 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Check event for cost — Experience the powerful Americana duo Dauzat St. Marie weaving soulful melodies.
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Candlelight: A Tribute to ABBA
8 p.m. — Hippodrome Theatre — Experience the iconic hits of ABBA performed by a string quartet in a spectacular setting.
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Early Bird Metal Show: Nibiru, Northwood, Sardaukar
7-10 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — All ages — Experience an electrifying night of local metal with Nibiru, Northwood, and Sardaukar igniting the stage.
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Open House at Eloise Gardens
4-7 p.m. — 6326 SW 90th St — Free entry — Discover a spacious, remodeled home with luxurious features in Gainesville's charming community.
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Alachua County Farmers Market
8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. — Alachua County Farmers' Market — Free entry — Explore local produce and goods from growers within 50 miles.
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Florida 4-H Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. — Reitz Union — Ticket information available — Celebrate the 2025 inductees of the Florida 4-H Hall of Fame and their contributions to youth development.
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Fire Rescue Cadets Compete at the Gator Fire Games
9 AM – 4 PM — Alachua County Sports & Event Center — Free entry — Watch aspiring first responders in action as they tackle challenges modeled after real-life situations.
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Spooks N Sips Night Market
6-10 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Free entry — Enjoy a spooky-themed evening market with over 70 unique vendors.
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