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Published September 03Gainesville Christian Community School officially joins the National Christian School Athletic Association
Gainesville Christian Community School is proud to announce that it has officially become a member school of the National Christian School Athletic Association, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to ministering to young people, schools, and communities through the love…
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Published September 02Rural King launches Hot Deals program across the Southeast
The first lineup of Hot Deals launches Sept. 3 and will run through Oct. 28. But the savings will not stop there. Rural King plans to introduce a new lineup of Hot Deals approximately every 60 days, giving Rewards members new opportunities to save throughout the year.
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Published September 02Dance Alive’s “Meet the Dancers” event to be held on Sept. 25
Dance Alive National Ballet's "Meet the Dancers" event will be held at 6:30 p.m. on September 25 at the Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention.
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Published September 02Buchholz High School Drama brings powerful musical “Songs for a New World” to the stage
Performances will be held September 24–25 at 7 p.m., September 26 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., October 1–2 at 7 p.m., and October 3 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the Buchholz High School Auditorium. Tickets are $15 in advance and $17 at the door.
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Published September 02Celebration Pointe hosts annual “CHOMP the Block” – the ultimate Gator football pep rally
On the Friday night before each of the six home games this season, Celebration Pointe Ave transforms into the ultimate Gator celebration destination. Guests can enjoy live music, delicious eats from local food trucks, refreshing drinks from the mobile bar, Gator gear, and even…
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Published September 02Gainesville felon arrested after officers find gun and multiple concealed knives during traffic stop
Joshua Austin Bailey, 37, was arrested last night after officers reportedly found a firearm and multiple concealed knives during a traffic stop.
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Published September 02Dr. Duane Mitchell selected to lead UF Health Cancer Institute
The University of Florida has selected Duane A. Mitchell, M.D., Ph.D., as the next director of the UF Health Cancer Institute, a national leader in cancer research and treatment.
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Published September 02Man arrested in Newberry after 9-hour stand-off
Earnest Lee Coleman Jr., 44, was arrested this morning in Countryway Town Square after a nine-hour stand-off.
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Published September 02Gainesville man arrested for throwing brick into window of occupied vehicle
Bobby Lee Davis, 57, was arrested yesterday for allegedly throwing a brick into the window of an occupied vehicle, breaking the window.
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Published September 02Florida Division of Emergency Management announces key leadership appointments
“We are proud to welcome Jay K. Arnold Jr. to FDEM and elevate Dr. Frank E. Lumm and Amy Godsey into these critical leadership roles. Each brings significant experience, proven leadership, and a commitment to public service that will strengthen our ability to prepare for, respond…
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Published September 02Florida students invited to participate in Hispanic Heritage Month art and essay contests
All Florida students – including public, charter, private, virtual, and homeschool – may participate in contests based on this year’s theme, “Celebrating Florida’s Hispanic Heritage.”
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Published September 02Help shape the future of Southwest Gainesville
The first Southwest Study Area community meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 16, at 6:30 p.m. at the UF/IFAS Beef Teaching Unit South, 3721 SW 23rd Street. The agenda includes a brief presentation about the study, followed by opportunities for questions and community input.…