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Gainesville
Wednesday, December 4th, 2024
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville expands its Cold Night Shelter Program to accommodate more people due to forecasted freezing temperatures. Mainstreet Daily News
- ➤ In Alachua County, a quilting project by Dawn Beachy aims to educate on the county's history of racial terror by making quilts that honor lynching victims. WUFT
- ➤ Gainesville Police are seeking assistance in locating 62-year-old Theola Tribble, who has dementia and was last seen in cold conditions. WCJB
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In Gainesville, Florida, Jason Joel McKnight was arrested and charged with aggravated domestic battery for assaulting his sister. Alachua Chronicle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Alachua County School Board updated administrative positions and retained four books on school shelves, aligning with recent Florida education laws regarding curriculum oversight and equity initiatives. The Independent Florida Alligator
- ➤ Latine students at the University of Florida navigate cultural adaptation while finding ways to celebrate their heritage despite challenges such as language barriers and missing home. The Independent Florida Alligator
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A University of Florida lab, led by Dr. Jamal Lewis, is innovating by using fungi to transport pharmaceuticals directly to the central nervous system, offering new hope for treating brain disorders. WCJB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Florida Gators women's basketball team ends a four-game losing streak with a solid 75-48 victory over the Hofstra Pride, featuring standout performances and a significant defensive effort. WRUF
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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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Gainesville English Country Dance
Enjoy an evening of English country dancing in a welcoming environment with live music and lessons provided.
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Dance Alive National Ballet: The Nutcracker
The Nutcracker, performed by Dance Alive National Ballet, will be showing at the Curtis M. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts in Gainesville, Florida.
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Gainesville Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl
Experience a fun-filled pub crawl in Gainesville featuring games, contests, and a chance to enjoy themed drinks and food at various venues.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The beauty of a living thing is not the atoms that go into it, but the way those atoms are put together.
~ Carl Sagan
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