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Thursday, September 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A free vegetable workshop was held on Sept. 9 at the Ag Auditorium (Newberry) and a horticultural expo is scheduled for Oct. 18 at the Agriculture & Equestrian Center. The Follow the Water program will charge $125 with a $10.23 fee (registration ends Oct. 3) and will take participants on a four-day tour starting Oct. 23. Alachua County Today
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Target will keep about 500 stores open until midnight on Friday, Oct. 3 for Taylor Swift’s new album The Life of a Showgirl—featuring 12 tracks including a song with Sabrina Carpenter and exclusive merchandise available only at Target; the Gainesville store at 3970 SW Archer Road is among the participating locations. The Gainesville Sun
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Alachua will host a free outdoor concert series in 2026 if local partners win a national vote that opens Sept. 5 at 1 p.m. and closes Sept. 15 at 11 p.m.—the project led by Josh’s Place in partnership with the Alachua Business League and the city seeks up to $120,000 over three years to stage up to 10 shows annually. Alachua County Today
DRINK NEWS
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Sixteen seniors from Alachua County Public Schools at Buchholz, Gainesville, Eastside, Santa Fe and PAM@Loften have been named semifinalists in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship program, representing less than 1% of high school seniors nationwide—each now must submit applications and records of achievements to move to finalist status—according to the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ University of Florida students protested cuts to Gainesville’s RTS on Wednesday at Turlington Hall, saying the removal of $3 million in subsidies forced changes to bus routes and crowded rides. They demanded restored service for both on-campus and off-campus riders plus UF officials continue negotiations to secure better transit funding. WUFT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Suwannee River Water Management District is hosting a photo contest to capture the region's natural beauty for its 2026 calendar with entries due by 11:59 p.m. on Sept. 20—District staff will review submissions in October and credit winners for 13 selected images, including one for the cover. Alachua County Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ UF released interim President Donald W. Landry’s contract showing he earns a $2M base salary with up to $500K in incentives and a potential severance bonus if he is not chosen as permanent. The contract restricts DEI spending and calls for administrative efficiency and AI initiatives—today the Florida Board of Governors will vote in Sarasota on his continued role while a new leader search continues. The Independent Florida Alligator
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LSU coach Brian Kelly defended Florida coach Billy Napier—calling calls for his firing 'craziness'—and praised his steady work in building a strong team culture after a recent upset loss. The Gators will face LSU Saturday at 7:30 p.m. on ABC. WRUF
- ➤ During Saturday’s game against the South Florida Bulls at The Swamp, defensive linebacker Brendan Bett was flagged for unsportsmanlike conduct after he spit on an opponent in the final minutes—sparking criticism from fans and Coach Napier as the Bulls secured the win. The Independent Florida Alligator
- ➤ The Florida Gators baseball team announced its 2026 schedule Tuesday— the plan has two fall exhibition games against Jacksonville University on Oct. 31 and Georgia Southern on Nov. 9 and a 56-game spring season starting with a series against UAB on Feb. 13 and home-and-away games versus Stetson in Gainesville. Head coach Kevin O’Sullivan will be suspended for the first three games as the team prepares for SEC play starting March 13. 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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The Currys with Chelsea Saddler
7-10 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Ticket info not provided — Experience a captivating evening of modern folk and indie pop with The Currys' rich storytelling and harmonies.
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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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