Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of July.
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💼 Business
Dozens of local businesses gathered today at the MLK Jr. Center for the Gainesville Black Business Expo, showcasing local entrepreneurship + offering networking opportunities.
🏥 Health
St. Francis Vet Care is expanding affordable pet care outreach to lower income families with monthly wellness clinics & community education events.
Starting Sept. 19 at Oaks Veterinary Clinic on SW 75th Street, eligible families in ZIP 32607 may bring two pets and receive a SWAG client discount.
🏈 Sports
Today, the Gainesville Sun begins a countdown of the top 30 players from the 1996 national championship team in honor of the 30th anniversary.
The series starts with No. 19 Mo Collins — a redshirt sophomore who later joined the NFL with the Oakland Raiders.
On July 17, four former Gators signed professional baseball contracts after the 2026 MLB Draft.
Outfielder Kyle Jones inked a deal with the Milwaukee Brewers, pitcher Russell Sandefer with the Dodgers, outfielder Hayden Yost with the Mariners, and Blake Cyr with the Yankees — while first-rounder Liam Peterson remains unsigned.
Former Gators Zyon Pullin and Colin Castleton shone in the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas.
Pullin led Minnesota with double-doubles while Castleton scored 23 points in an Orlando Magic win and both now aim to boost their roles in the upcoming preseason.
🎉 Gainesville Events
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Health & Safety Camp
1-5 p.m. — Millhopper Station South Community Association — Cost not specified — Engage early adolescents in fun activities focused on health, safety, and social skills.
The Main Event Basketball Tournament
All Day — Alachua County Sports & Events Center — Admission fee varies — Experience a weekend of competitive youth basketball as regional teams showcase their talent.
Summer Indoor Market at The Abbey
9 a.m. – 1 p.m. — The Abbey at Blackadder — Free entry — Shop local for fresh produce and unique crafts at this vibrant indoor market.
L'Eclair Live Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Ticket required — Experience the psychedelic funk sounds of 'L'Eclair' with hypnotic grooves and global rhythms.
Grant Peeples Live Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Tickets available — Experience heartfelt folk music infused with storytelling and humor from Grant Peeples.
🏠 Gainesville Real Estate
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