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Gainesville
Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Publix recalled its Cheddar & Herb Biscuits sold before Aug. 1 for mislabeling soy allergens. Consumers with soy allergies were advised to discard or return the product for a refund (contact Publix Customer Care for more details). The Gainesville Sun
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Alachua County Public Schools students will return to class on Aug. 11 while families complete required registration steps for new enrollments. Schools will host meet-the-teacher events on Aug. 7-8 and back-to-school shoppers will benefit from a sales tax holiday on qualifying items until Aug. 31 — all details are provided in district guidelines. The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ The University of Florida closed its Office of Sustainability Monday, August 4, ending nearly 20 years of service in a plan to cut costs—three employees lost their jobs. University leaders said the move will reduce duplicated work and improve administrative efficiency. The Independent Florida Alligator
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florida homeowners can now apply for free wind mitigation inspections and matching grants up to $10,000 through the My Safe Florida Home program—priority is given to low-income seniors as applications opened on Aug. 4 while additional groups will be served on Aug. 18, Sept. 1, and Sept. 15. The Gainesville Sun
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today, families lined up outside Parkview Baptist Church to receive free checkups and backpacks with school supplies to help start the new school year. Local groups (Children Beyond Our Borders, UF Health Cancer Center, and others) worked together to offer consultations, screenings, transportation, meals, and services in several languages. The Independent Florida Alligator
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Gator Hurston Waldrep earned his first MLB win Sunday for the Braves in the suspended Speedway Classic at Bristol Motor Speedway—he drove early with his girlfriend and pitched 5.2 innings while allowing one run, two walks, three hits, and four strikeouts. WCJB
- ➤ Florida Gators football is ranked #17 in the US LBM coaches poll—marking an upward shift from last season when the team finished unranked despite eight returning starters and a four-game win streak. The team will open its season on August 30 at home against LIU and face four consecutive ranked opponents while sophomore QB D.J. Lagway recovers from a lower leg issue. GatorSports
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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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Together We Rise - Recovery Is Possible
12-5 p.m. — Cellon Oak Park — Free admission — A day dedicated to healing and learning about recovery support services in Alachua County.
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Tech Coffee Social
9-10 a.m. — Karma Cream — Free entry — A relaxed morning gathering for tech enthusiasts to network and enjoy coffee conversations.
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Veterans Living With Cancer Support Program
7:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. — Hilton University of Florida Conference Center — Free entry — A supportive initiative tailored for veterans facing cancer treatment and survivorship.
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Meet and Greet at Ballyhoo Grill
6-8 p.m. — Ballyhoo Grill — Free entry — Enjoy a casual evening of conversation and discover the Adventure Club of Gainesville.
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