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Gainesville
Sunday, October 19th, 2025
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ascendance Salsa Co., a University of Florida dance club, has grown into a community that offers free Latin dance classes, study groups and social events—recently teaming with UF Unlitter for a yoga event to draw in new students. The club focuses on technique and safety to help build lasting connections among its members. WUFT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Kyuramen opened its location on Friday at 212 SE 1st Street in downtown Gainesville and now offers Japanese dishes such as ramen and omurice served in a bright, modern space featuring honeycomb seating and a Wishing Tree for good fortune — its sister business, TBaar, serves fresh Japanese drinks like milk tea. The Independent Florida Alligator
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At UF’s Gator Growl on Friday, Oct. 17, DJ Steve Aoki headlined the Homecoming pep rally at the O’Connell Center and threw cake to fans holding 'Cake Me' signs. The event featured school cheers and lively dancing (including a special performance by the UF cheer team) as students and families celebrated (with festive traditions marking the start of Homecoming weekend). The Independent Florida Alligator
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A five-acre brush fire was reported at 7:30 p.m. Friday near County Roads 241 and 236, and firefighters from Alachua County Fire Rescue, LaCrosse Fire Rescue, and the Florida Forest Service used three bulldozers to control the blaze within three hours—no injuries were reported and no structures were threatened. Alachua County Today
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Florida is hosting Mississippi State today at 4:15 p.m. at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium for a Homecoming game as the Gators seek to rebound from last week's loss — they plan a fast start and strong run game to counter Mississippi State's fast tempo offense and weak run defense. WRUF
- ➤ Florida beat Mississippi State 23-21 on Saturday after defensive tackle Michai Boireau made a game-sealing interception — an effort that offset offensive struggles — helping the Gators secure the win. Coach Billy Napier’s future remains uncertain as players credited the backups and freshmen for stepping up in the defense. The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ Florida football has announced that starting safety Jordan Castell and cornerback Cormani McClain will miss today's homecoming game against Mississippi State because Castell aggravated his upper body injury during pregame warmups—running back Ja'Kobi Jackson is also sidelined. Mississippi State has five players out, which could affect play in the matchup. The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ Florida football returned home on Saturday for homecoming but fans’ excitement was low as tailgates had less energy—calls for coach Billy Napier’s dismissal surfaced. Local supporters compared this subdued mood with past vibrant events—expressing concern over the team’s ongoing struggles on the road. The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ Florida football lost starting cornerback Devin Moore Saturday when he injured his shoulder and collarbone on the first drive against Mississippi State—he later returned to the sideline without pads. GatorSports
- ➤ Florida Gators soccer earned a 0-0 draw with No.4 Tennessee Thursday as goalkeeper Paloma Peña made a career-high 11 saves, the third-most in program history. The team now has 10 SEC points and will face Ole Miss today at 4 p.m. on SEC Network+. WRUF
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Schooling Ride Nights with the Walk Trot Canter Association
8 AM – 5 PM — Alachua County Agriculture and Equestrian Center — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a relaxed evening of horse riding, learning, and fun for all skill levels.
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FEST 23 featuring Dillinger Four, Iron Chic, and Dead to Me
12:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. — Bo Diddley Plaza — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate live punk music over a vibrant three-day festival in Gainesville.
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Cancer Chomp 2025
8-11 a.m. — UF Genetics Institute — Free entry — Celebrate cancer research with a 5K run and family activities at this annual community event.
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2025 Rock Paper Scissors Tournament
5:30-8 p.m. — First Magnitude Brewing Company — $65 for a team of 3 — Compete in a fun-filled evening of Rock, Paper, Scissors and enjoy food, drinks, and prizes.
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Boo at the Zoo
3-7 p.m. — Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo — Trick-or-treating fun — Enjoy a safe Halloween celebration for the whole family at the zoo.
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Flatwoods 5k Run
12:00 – 2:30 PM — 10625 NE Waldo Rd — Check website for registration fee — Experience the thrill of a local 5k amidst Gainesville's scenic trails.
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Jammy Buffet
7-10 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — $ — Set sail on a musical adventure with Jammy Buffet's tribute to Jimmy Buffett's coastal storytelling.
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Florida: A History in Pictures
7-8 p.m. — Matheson History Museum — Free entry — Discover the visual history of Florida through engaging highlights from a popular Facebook group.
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Tom Petty Weekend
2-7 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Free entry for students & kids 18 & under — Celebrate the musical legacy of Gainesville's own Tom Petty with a weekend of outdoor and indoor performances.
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Aura Photography Family Days
12-8 p.m. — Florida Aura Research & Photography LLC — Pricing not specified — Explore vibrant aura photography with family in a colorful environment.
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