Daily
Gainesville
Wednesday, November 12th, 2025
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Retired Marine Staff Sergeant Thomas Scribner attended the 250th Marine Corps Birthday Ball in Gainesville and said he felt honored meeting Marines from around the world — especially a living Medal of Honor recipient. WCJB
- ➤ A Gainesville High School senior, Abigail Dew, spent 25 hours crocheting a red, white, and blue blanket for the last World War II veteran at a local senior center—she presented it to a lively crowd. She said the project honored veterans and counted as volunteer service hours for her graduation. WCJB
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Santa Fe College Fine Arts and Entertainment Technology is hosting 'Songs of the Season'—a holiday concert on Friday, November 14 at 7:30 p.m. on the Northwest campus where the Santa Fe Singers will perform with the Gainesville Youth Chorus. Alachua Chronicle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ School Board Member Tina Certain sent a letter through an attorney defending her free speech and calling the November 13 meeting a 'Star Chamber proceeding' and a 'McCarthy-inspired show trial,' and she will appear voluntarily to answer questions she deems fit. Her attorney, Gary Edinger, said her Facebook post is protected by the First Amendment and has not caused any issues in local schools—ensuring her remarks remain a private exercise of free speech. Alachua Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville and Alachua County leaders unveiled three new flagpoles at Veterans Memorial Park to honor America’s 250th anniversary. The flagpoles (featuring a 50-foot American flag, a 35-foot Florida flag, and a 35-foot POW/MIA flag) were dedicated to Chuck Geiger and Don Sherry and included veteran resources, tributes, and a live performance by Fort Clarke Middle School Band. WCJB
- ➤ Gainesville and Alachua County honored U.S. service members on Veterans Day by holding a ceremony in freezing temperatures—braving the cold—to recognize their sacrifice. The Gainesville Sun
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health inspectors in Alachua County reported that Woodyard Grill was temporarily closed during inspections from Nov. 3—9 because of multiple high-priority violations and six other restaurants failed to meet standards. They noted that follow-up inspections are required to correct these issues. The Gainesville Sun
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Florida basketball coach Todd Golden held a postgame press conference after the Gators beat Florida State—he explained the team's performance and addressed questions about future games. GatorSports
- ➤ Florida women’s basketball beat Jacksonville 100-55 on Monday night at Exactech Arena—Me’Arah O’Neal recorded a career-high 20 points and 11 rebounds as key plays and strong interior pressure forced turnovers and sealed the win. WRUF
- ➤ Florida women's basketball sophomore Liv McGill was named SEC Player of the Week on Tuesday after scoring a program-record 38 points in a win over Chattanooga; she led the SEC with an average of 27.7 points in three games, and the Gators will host Florida State next Thursday (6:30 p.m.). GatorSports
- ➤ The Gainesville Sun named top nominees for Athlete of the Week for November 4-10 and opened voting until 12 p.m. Friday — residents can vote for their favorite to win the honor. The Gainesville Sun
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Chef Dinner & Wine Pairing – Wines of the Old World
6-9 p.m. — The Fat Tuscan — $100 per person — Experience a gourmet dinner with expertly paired Old World wines in an interactive cooking class.
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Bundle of Joy Diaper Distribution Program
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Clarence R. Kelly Community Center — Free entry — Distributing essential diapers to families in need for a heartwarming day of giving.
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Jeff Dunham Live in Gainesville
7-8:30 p.m. — Stephen C. O'Connell Center — Tickets starting at $91 — Experience an evening of laughter with the renowned ventriloquist Jeff Dunham.
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Adventure Club Meet and Greet
6-8 p.m. — BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxing evening meeting new friends and learning about the Adventure Club of Gainesville.
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Tennessee Vols vs. Florida Gators Football
7:00 PM — Ben Hill Griffin Stadium — Check your local listings — A thrilling college football matchup between two rival teams.
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Thanksgiving Buffet at Covey Kitchen + Cocktails
Traditional Thanksgiving Buffet — 7 a.m. - 9 p.m. — Covey Kitchen + Cocktails — $30 and under — Celebrate with a blend of seasonal favorites in a warm and inviting atmosphere.
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Postmodern Jukebox Performance
7-9 p.m. — Curtis M. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a holiday-themed swing concert reimagining today’s hits.
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Thornebrook Holiday Market
5-8 p.m. — Shoppes at Thornebrook — Free entry — Experience a winter wonderland with local vendors, food trucks, and festive tree lighting.
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Newberry's Tree Lighting Ceremony
6-8 p.m. — City of Newberry — Free entry — Celebrate the season with Santa photos, hot cocoa, and fun kids activities.
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Florida Gators Women's Basketball vs. South Alabama
2-4:30 p.m. — Stephen C. O'Connell Center — Check website for ticket info — Cheer on the Gators as they face off against South Alabama in a thrilling basketball matchup.
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