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Gainesville
Saturday, December 14th, 2024
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Florida Museum of Natural History's closing has been postponed to March 24, 2025, after a funding cut was reversed, allowing for expanded renovations including a new building. WCJB
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Barbergators and the Gainesville Harmony Show Chorus will perform a holiday concert with acapella songs in barbershop style on December 24th in Gainesville, offering two showtimes. WCJB
- ➤ Guy Fieri visited Gainesville's Good Pour Wine & Spirits to sign bottles of his Santo Tequila brand and meet fans. WCJB
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Florida Board of Trustees implemented new policies for administrative hiring and consulting to oversee spending closely and selected a site for a new graduate campus in Jacksonville. WUFT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Alachua County Commission and the City of Gainesville Commission will hold a joint meeting on December 16, 2024, discussing key issues such as street light payments and a joint surtax project. Alachua Chronicle
- ➤ The GRU Authority discussed federal funding, infrastructure upgrades, and cost-saving strategies in their latest meeting. WUFT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Florida Gators volleyball team was defeated by Stanford with a score of 3-1 during the NCAA Louisville Region semifinal, marking a competitive match with significant performances from both teams. WRUF
- ➤ Sean Kelley has successfully transitioned as the fourth 'Voice of the Gators', bringing his own style and experience to Gator Nation, a role he embraced after Mick Hubert's tenure from 1989-2022. WRUF
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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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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.
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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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Race for Rehab: Dynamic Duo 5K Fundraiser
The Race for Rehab: Dynamic Duo 5K is a community fundraising event aimed at raising $1,000 for rehabilitation services, taking place at Flavet Field in Gainesville.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards.
~ Soren Kierkegaard
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