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Gainesville
Saturday, December 7th, 2024
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville Black Professionals will dissolve next month, but its impact on connecting the community and local businesses will persist, as the founder moves to start a new nonprofit focused on supporting caregivers. Mainstreet Daily News
- ➤ Fred Cone Park in Gainesville has introduced new lighting for extended play hours on its basketball courts and multipurpose field, funded by a half-cent sales tax. Alachua Chronicle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Flamy Grant, a drag queen and Christian country musician, reflects on her experiences with religious trauma in her latest album 'Church' and advocates for LGBTQ+ representation and dialogue through her music. The Independent Florida Alligator
- ➤ Alachua County is celebrating its bicentennial with a symposium focusing on its Indigenous, African, and European roots, featuring scholarly discussions, music performances, and cultural exhibitions. WCJB
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Alachua County commissioners have designated December 8 as Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome Awareness Day to enhance understanding and support for the condition. WCJB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Florida women's basketball team achieves their first season road win against Clemson with a 77-64 victory, highlighted by Liv McGill's 21 points. WCJB
- ➤ Three local Florida football teams, Hawthorne, Dixie County, and Buchholz, are in contention for state and invitational championships highlighting their season successes and individual star performers. WCJB
- ➤ Buchholz High School's football team is set to compete against Osceola in the Class 6A state semifinals, aiming for a victory that could lead them to the state championship after four years of near misses. The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ Keil McGriff's standout performance propels Buchholz High School to a chance at state championship glory, echoing the legacy of his father Travis McGriff and Doug Johnson from 25 years ago. The Gainesville Sun
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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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Dance Alive National Ballet: Class with Clara
A fun onstage ballet class with Clara from the Nutcracker, welcoming participants of all ages with company dancers available for assistance.
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Weekly English Country Dance in Gainesville
The Gainesville English Country Dance features live music by Hoggetowne Fancy, with instruction for dancers at United Church of Gainesville.
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Holiday Running Event: 1M, 5K, 10K, and 15K
This family-friendly running event features multiple race distances and is open to all runners, including non-club members.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
It is better to travel well than to arrive.
~ Buddha
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