Good morning, Gainesville.

The Swamp Dragons hosted a medieval combat tournament at Geeks GNV on Saturday, Aug.

15, featuring fighters from across Florida in full-contact buhurt bouts. Spectators enjoyed a display of skill and historic flair + energy throughout the event.

The Lincoln High School Alumni Association celebrated paying off the memorial wall honoring every graduate from 1923 to 1970 — the milestone was recognized at its Grand Reunion Gala on Aug.

15 at the Senior Recreation Center in Gainesville.

A historical marker and renamed road honor Lloyd W.

Johnson Sr., one of the first African-American school bus drivers in Evinston. The marker is placed on Mount Olive AME Church grounds following a celebration with family and officials on Aug. 15 + his legacy lives on.

The University of Florida released key dates for the fall 2026 semester.

Classes begin on Aug. 20, homecoming is Oct. 9-10, Thanksgiving break runs from Nov. 23 to 28, final exams are Dec. 5-11, classes end on Dec. 2, and commencement is Dec. 11-12.

Saucy! by KFC is hosting Saucy!

Fest on Thursday, August 20 from 6:00–8:00 p.m. at (3403 W. University Ave.) where locals will preview upcoming menu items and enjoy live DJ tunes and interactive experiences.

Florida football coach Jon Sumrall recapped the Gators’ first scrimmage in fall camp today — he noted wide receiver Vernell Brown sustained a minor injury.

Gainesville-area high school football will kick off this week with key games including Buchholz vs. Ocala-Vanguard and a Levy Cup district clash between Williston and Chiefland — additional matchups, such as Santa Fe vs. Newberry, are set for Friday, Aug.

21.

The Gainesville Sun published its countdown of the top 30 players from the 1996 championship team, naming quarterback Danny Wuerffel as No. 1 for his record-setting play and community impact (through his work with Desire Street Ministries).