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Gainesville
Thursday, December 19th, 2024
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Gainesville Housing Authority has initiated construction on three new affordable housing units, advancing towards their goal of 500 such units, utilizing capital funds and city grants. Mainstreet Daily News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville Police and Fire Chiefs met with Satchel's Pizza owner to address his concerns over a delayed response to an arson incident, leading to an eventual arrest of the suspect. Alachua Chronicle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Alachua County and Gainesville entertainment lineup features holiday classics, a unique ballet class, art walk, and the Flying Pig Parade, showcasing diverse cultural activities for the holiday season. The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ Netflix is producing a docuseries on college football's SEC during the 2024 season, featuring in-depth coverage of teams like the Florida Gators. WCJB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Alachua County Board of Commissioners is opting to maintain the existing streetlight agreement with Gainesville, deferring any changes until after a lawsuit regarding the Gainesville Regional Utilities Authority is resolved. Mainstreet Daily News
- ➤ The School Board of Alachua County unanimously decided to not participate in the 'Live Local Act,' maintaining their tax revenue and citing a study indicates sufficient housing for middle-class families is already available. WCJB
- ➤ Florida is close to missing a federal funding deadline that could assist over 2.1 million low-income children with $259 million in summer nutrition aid through the SUN Bucks program. WCJB
- ➤ The Alachua County area may not receive a $4 million federal grant for gun violence prevention due to miscommunications between Cure Violence Global (CVG) and local partners. Mainstreet Daily News
- ➤ Florida introduces the BEACON program, using AI to convert and broadcast emergency information rapidly via radio, aiming to enhance disaster response times. The Gainesville Sun
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Alachua County, Florida, restaurant inspections for the week of Dec. 9-15, 2024, revealed 13 establishments with high-priority health violations, while some restaurants achieved perfect scores. The Gainesville Sun
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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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Playground Music & Arts Festival 2025 at Heartwood Soundstage
The Playground Music & Arts Festival, curated by local band Flipturn, showcases diverse musical talents at Heartwood Soundstage in Gainesville.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.
~ Maya Angelou
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