Daily
Gainesville
Wednesday, October 9th, 2024
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Alachua County opens shelters for evacuees from Hurricane Milton and offers free Uber rides for transportation to these shelters. Alachua Chronicle
- ➤ The Gainesville Police Department is enhancing pedestrian and bicyclist safety through the High Visibility Enforcement Program, focusing on educating and enforcing traffic laws. Alachua Chronicle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hurricane Milton is anticipated to escalate to a Category 5 hurricane, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a Tropical Storm Warning in Alachua County, with residents advised to stay indoors. City of Gainesville
- ➤ Hurricane Milton is projected to make landfall on the west coast of Florida near Tampa Bay on Wednesday, marking the first storm to do so in nearly a century, with massive evacuations underway. The Independent Florida Alligator
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Florida judge ruled an Alachua County measure to return to at-large voting for county commissioners as 'unlawful,' despite it being set for the November ballot, with plans for an appeal by the county. WUFT
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Dustin Lynch Concert
Experience an electrifying night with country music star Dustin Lynch at the Exactech Arena in Gainesville.
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Kentucky Wildcats vs. Florida Gators Football Matchup
Experience an exciting college football showdown as the Kentucky Wildcats face off against the Florida Gators at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
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Open House and Special Inventory Sale at Heartwood
Explore a unique real estate opportunity at Heartwood with reduced prices as an incentive for buyers.
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Gainesville English Country Dance
Experience an enjoyable evening of English Country Dance to live music at the United Church of Gainesville, with sessions open to all skill levels.
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Bennett Inn Meeting: Speed Mentoring Session
Experience a networking opportunity at the Bennett Inn of Court featuring a cocktail reception, dinner, and interactive speed mentoring.
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Cloud Nothings Live Concert at Westside Baptist Church
Experience an electrifying live performance by Cloud Nothings, known for their high energy and face-melting speed shredding.
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Gainesville Toddler T-Ball Fall Program 2024
Experience an engaging toddler T-ball program designed for children ages 18 months to 4 years, running for eight weeks with various activities and team gear included.
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Gainesville English Country Dance Event
Experience lively English country dancing to live music by Hoggetowne Fancy at the United Church of Gainesville, with instructional dances for all skill levels.
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Candlelight: Halloween Classics Concert
Experience a haunting evening of Halloween-themed classics performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a beautifully candlelit setting at the Hippodrome Theatre.
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FTC Fall Track Night: 5k & 1 Mile Fundraiser
Experience a community-centered Fall Track Night featuring a 5k and 1-mile run, supporting Buchholz Cross Country and Track Teams with a raffle and fun for all participants.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Other people's opinion of you does not have to become your reality.
~ Les Brown
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