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Gainesville
Tuesday, September 9th, 2025
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of September.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville business owners say tariffs imposed since January have cut into profits and reduced supplies. Sweetwater Organic Coffee Company owner Tripp Pomeroy said his co-op lost over $600K while India Bazaar owner Prashant Patel reported rising import costs have left shelves empty—small businesses are struggling to compete. The Independent Florida Alligator
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville police arrested Craig Darnell Presley, 52, and Chadrick Rodell Smith Jr., 27, on September 7 after a 5-year-old child was found wandering in an apartment complex and the men admitted they had stopped searching for the boy—Presley was charged with child neglect and Smith faces similar charges with bail set at $25,000. Alachua Chronicle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville resident Lizzy Arnold will present her original play Galatea—an adaptation of the Pygmalion myth from the muse’s perspective that explores themes of female experience and freedom of expression—at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 16 at Hippodrome State Theatre; a social mixer and silent auction will follow to support future productions. The Gainesville Sun
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Florida coach Billy Napier said he will keep calling plays for the Gators after concerns arose following the loss to USF. He stressed that he is not giving up his role even as the offense has struggled to convert redzone opportunities into touchdowns—confirming his plan to remain the primary play-caller. WRUF
- ➤ Defensive lineman Brendan Bett was ejected for spitting on USF lineman Cole Skinner during Florida’s 18-16 loss to South Florida on Sept. 6—he acted in the final moments of a drive that set up South Florida’s winning field goal. Coach Billy Napier said the team would investigate the incident and hold players accountable. The Independent Florida Alligator
- ➤ Billy Donovan was inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame on Sept.6 and recalled his successful years coaching in Gainesville. He will lead the Chicago Bulls in preparing for their first preseason game against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Oct.7 + his honor marks a milestone in his career. The Independent Florida Alligator
- ➤ USF upset Florida 18-16 on Saturday at the Swamp with a game-winning field goal. USF coaches celebrated in an elevator — it was shut down for nearly seven minutes, marking the program’s first road win over a top 25 team since 2011. WRUF
- ➤ Florida football struggled with 11 penalties + poor play-calling at The Swamp, leaving coach Billy Napier frustrated and the team at 5-8. The underdog Gators will face a tough game at LSU + the season looks challenging as criticism grows from local sports columnist Pat Dooley. WRUF
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Spencer Thomas Concert
6:30-10 p.m. — The Bull — Cost Info Not Specified — Experience a night of raw and heartfelt songwriting with Spencer Thomas and special guest Johanna Warren.
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Run for Recovery 5k
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Depot Park — Registration required — Participate in a vibrant 5k run aimed at supporting recovery efforts in the community.
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Sugaray Rayford Live in Concert
8-11 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Tickets required — Experience the powerful voice and message of Sugaray Rayford in a vibrant live performance.
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Florida Gators Volleyball vs. Mississippi State Bulldogs
7-8:30 p.m. — Stephen C. O'Connell Center — VIP tickets and packages available — Catch the Florida Gators take on the Mississippi State Bulldogs in an exciting volleyball showdown.
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D & S Classic Car and Antique Tractor Show
8 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. — The Barn at Rembert Farms — $25 per vehicle — Cruise into nostalgia with classic cars and antique tractors on display.
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JJ Grey & Mofro Live
6:30-9 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — $TBD — Experience powerful southern soul and rock with gritty vocals and personal songwriting.
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Magic City Hippies Live in Concert
7:00-10:15 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Tickets available — Groove to the sun-soaked funk and indie tunes of Miami's Magic City Hippies.
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Bingo for Carson Springs Animals
6-8 p.m. — Swamp Head Brewery — Ticket proceeds benefit local animal nonprofit — Enjoy a fun-filled evening of bingo for a good cause.
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