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Gainesville
Monday, October 20th, 2025
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ From Oct 24 to Oct 26, the Gainesville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. will mark its 40th Charter Anniversary with a three-day weekend that includes an anniversary reception, a Charter Day Luncheon at Trinity United Methodist Church at 1 p.m. on Saturday, and a worship service at Greater Bethel AME Church at 10:45 a.m. on Sunday. The celebration – themed 'Forty Charter Members, Forty Years of Fortitude: Honoring Our Legacy, Advancing Our Impact' – honors the chapter’s four decades of community service in education, health, and economic empowerment. The Gainesville Sun
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Sonic - known for its chili cheese Coney hot dogs - has opened in the Reitz Union food court and attracted a long line of UF students eager to try its burgers and hot dogs. The restaurant now operates weekdays from 8 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. and weekends from 9 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. The Independent Florida Alligator
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Nicolas Schull is a 21-year-old UF finance student who manages $1.5 million at the Gator Student Investment Fund—he mentors fellow students on investment techniques. He will start working full-time with Evercore in New York City after graduating at the end of this semester. The Independent Florida Alligator
- ➤ Most Florida schools will be closed on Veterans Day Tuesday, Nov. 11—school districts decide whether to continue classes in some counties, with Gainesville’s Alachua schools on the closed list. Some counties such as Charlotte will remain open, and the decision is made locally. The Gainesville Sun
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After firing head coach Billy Napier, Florida is looking for a new coach and fans are discussing options like Jon Gruden, Lane Kiffin and Jedd Fisch—each with unique strengths. The team will weigh coaching skills and recruiting ability as it works to build a winning Gators squad. 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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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