Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 10th of December.
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🏘️ Community
Over 100 community organizations, led by grand marshal Shaquille O'Neal, participated in Gainesville's annual holiday parade on University Avenue.
🚧 Accidents
A Newberry High School senior died following an accidental firearm discharge during a hunting incident in Alachua County.
🚨 Crime
The Gainesville Police Department seeks public help to identify the individual responsible for illegally placing a stop sign near Cabana Beach Apartments, causing traffic issues.
Adam Rosenthal, a former Gainesville mayoral candidate, has been charged with two murders in Tennessee and Georgia and is under investigation for another crime in Gainesville.
🏈 Sports
10-year-old Brie Komanski from Gainesville achieved a perfect 10.0 in uneven bars, becoming the top-ranked gymnast in this event across the U.S.
The Gainesville High Purple Hurricanes won against the Williston Red Devils 68-66 in double overtime, with junior Cordarius White scoring 21 points.
Florida Gators' defensive lineman Caleb Banks will return for his senior season in 2025, following standout performances in the 2024 season.
The Florida women's basketball team secures a 82-63 victory over Marshall, marking their third consecutive win.
The Gainesville High School girls' basketball team, led by seniors Jamison Cardwell and Jayden Terry, secured a decisive 67-33 victory over the Trenton High School Tigers.
🎉 Gainesville Events
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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.
Gainesville English Country Dance
Enjoy an evening of English country dancing in a welcoming environment with live music and lessons provided.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Alabama State Hornets vs. Florida Gators Women's Basketball Game
Witness an exciting matchup between the Alabama State Hornets and the Florida Gators women's basketball teams at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center.
Weekly English Country Dance in Gainesville
A community-friendly English country dance featuring live music, lessons, and a supportive environment for all skill levels every Monday evening.
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