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Gainesville
Wednesday, November 27th, 2024
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Alachua County Public Schools collaborates with the community and Food4Kids to gather donations for its Holiday Food Drive, aiming to support over 800 families with food during the school winter break. The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ Raising Cane's launches its 2024 Holiday Plush Puppy Campaign, featuring a plush dog dressed as a candy cane, with 100% of net proceeds from sales benefiting the Humane Society of North Central Florida. Alachua Chronicle
- ➤ Lenora McGowan, a blind woman from Gainesville, wrote 'Butterfly Dreams' to inspire others, after a 40-year career and graduating from the University of Florida. WCJB
- ➤ Winter Wonderland in Gainesville announces its 2024 season with a Soft Opening on November 27 and Grand Opening on November 29, featuring over 100,000 lights, live entertainment, and activities for all ages. Alachua Chronicle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Dakeyan Graham was reassigned to an Assistant Principal position at Talbot Elementary following a committee's finding of policy violation after removing pants during a weight loss challenge weigh-in at Rawlings Elementary. Alachua Chronicle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kevin Patton, a dedicated park manager with 39 years at the Florida Park Service, received the 2023 Jim Stevenson Resource Manager of the Year Award for his leadership in land management and conservation. WCJB
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ In Alachua County, Florida, two restaurants received perfect health inspection scores, while 16 others were found to have violations between November 18-24, 2024. The Gainesville Sun
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Stuffing was chosen as the favorite Thanksgiving side dish in The Sun's online poll, receiving 32.8% of the 58 votes. The Gainesville Sun
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Florida State football experiences a recruiting setback as four-star Byron Louis and two other recruits flip to the Florida Gators, accentuating FSU's challenges on the recruiting trail. GatorSports
- ➤ P.K. Yonge's Faith Hardy, a top soccer player for four years, commits to Palm Beach Atlantic University. WRUF
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Hildegard of Bingen Bottle Release at Blackadder Brewing
Experience the annual bottle release of Hildegard of Bingen at Blackadder Brewing Company, a unique brew crafted without hops.
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Gainesville Craft Festival 2024
Experience an annual showcase of unique, handcrafted items from talented artisans and crafters at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center.
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Gainesville English Country Dance Night
Experience lively English Country dancing to live music by Hoggetowne Fancy at the United Church of Gainesville, with lessons and a welcoming atmosphere for all skill levels.
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Voctave: A Night of A Cappella Music
Experience the festive sounds of Voctave, an acclaimed 11-member a cappella group, as they perform a joyful repertoire of wintery arrangements and seasonal hits.
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Thornebrook Holiday Market
Experience a festive holiday celebration with local vendors, food trucks, and a tree lighting ceremony at the Shoppes at Thornebrook.
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Season of Hope Run - 5k and 15k Events
Experience a community-focused running event featuring a 5k, 15k, Ruck March, and virtual options at Boulware Springs Park.
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Annual Christmas Event at Butler Town Center
This family-friendly event features local food vendors, entertainment, activities like face painting and train rides, and a photo opportunity with Santa.
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English Country Dance at United Church of Gainesville
Experience lively English country dancing to live music every Monday evening, with all dances taught and open to participants of all levels.
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Tech Coffee Social at Karma Cream
A morning gathering for tech professionals to engage in discussions and networking over coffee in a relaxed atmosphere.
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Open Mic Night at VFW Post 2811
An open mic night welcoming musicians, poets, comedians, and storytellers to showcase their talents and exercise free speech.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The reward for conformity is that everyone likes you but yourself.
~ Rita Mae Brown
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