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Friday, September 26th, 2025
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kaylyn Turner started The Giving Shed at 12913 SW 121st Ave. to offer free household items to neighbors facing rising costs. Her idea spread online and a local donor will supply a new 12-by-24-foot shed to help expand the service across the community. WUFT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Florida is now hosting the USDA-funded Breeding Insight program that uses AI and high-performance computing to develop new crops and animal breeds—UF was chosen for its strong agricultural programs—and researchers are set to improve pest- and disease-resistant varieties. The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ The University of Florida ranked No. 7 among public universities in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings on September 25, marking the eighth consecutive year the school placed in the top 10. The overall ranking also listed UF at No. 30 among all universities, affirming its growing national reputation. Alachua Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Florida court decision allowed gun owners to openly carry firearms inside businesses and restaurants since Thursday, and local law enforcement is now adjusting its policies. The Alachua County Sheriff (Chad Scott) said his office would update practices to comply while some local leaders worry the law's unclear guidelines may lower safety. The Independent Florida Alligator
- ➤ Gainesville Regional Utilities began emergency sewer line repairs near Chiles Elementary today, expecting the work to last at least two months and cause detours around Schoolhouse Road roundabout while coordinating with school and transit officials & keeping pedestrian access open. WCJB
- ➤ On September 24, the Gainesville City Commission finalized a 4.67% property tax increase that raised the rate to 6.7297 mills and approved the FY2026 budget with a 1.7% boost in overall funds. Commissioner Bryan Eastman said the changes will affect both residential and commercial property owners—residents should expect to see the impacts on their property bills. Alachua Chronicle
- ➤ Gainesville city commissioners are considering insourcing para-transit services for individuals with disabilities instead of using MV Transit, a move that officials say may save money but risks losing over 10,000 service rides—MV Transit warns of driver shortages and safety issues with the upcoming change. The update will follow the commissioners' meeting at 1 p.m. WCJB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After a strong season at Notre Dame, center back Abby Gemma joined the Gators and has already played 90 minutes in nine games while boosting the team’s defense and leadership. The team will face No. 17 Georgia today at 7 p.m. at Turner Soccer Complex—looking to build on its recent success. WRUF
- ➤ Florida Gators athletic director Scott Stricklin has kept coach Billy Napier after a 1–3 start because an NCAA rule lets players redshirt and transfer if a coach is fired before the fifth game—Stricklin is waiting until after the Texas game on Oct. 4 to avoid an immediate transfer wave. WRUF
- ➤ Florida coach Billy Napier said cornerback Dijon Johnson had knee surgery Tuesday and will miss the rest of the season. The Gators defense must adjust for tough games as seven of their eight remaining opponents rank in the NCAA top 50 scoring offense — a challenge that will test the team’s depth. WRUF
- ➤ Florida's men's and women's tennis teams advanced players into the ITA All-American Championships, with Jeremy Jin reaching the 64-player singles main draw in Tulsa — and Valery Gynina earning a Round of 64 spot in Cary. WRUF
- ➤ Former Florida defensive tackle Desmond Watson was signed to the Buccaneers’ practice squad Tuesday and he may become the heaviest player in NFL history if he suits up against the Eagles on Sunday — the team re-signed him after waiving him in August while he worked to meet targeted weight requirements. WRUF
- ➤ Washington Nationals rookie Jacob Young made a wall-crashing grab—sparking a social media debate about the catch of the year as he helped the team win 3-2 against the New York Mets at Citi Field. His play added to a series of impressive catches that earned him widespread praise from fans and teammates. WRUF
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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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Paul Thorn Live in Concert
8-11 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Tickets available — Experience an evening of songs and stories with Paul Thorn and Kristopher James in an intimate setting.
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