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Rocktoberfest is ready to rock Williston this Saturday, rain or shine
WILLISTON, FL (352today.com) – Grab your favorite band T-shirt and get ready to rock. The 2026 North Central Florida Rocktoberfest: Battle of the Bands is set for Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026, at Homestead Park, bringing a full day of live music, food and local entertainment to Williston—rain or shine.
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Retro Putt Opens Two Themed Indoor Mini-Golf Courses in Green Cove Springs
Retro Putt has opened at Cove Plaza in Green Cove Springs, bringing two climate-controlled mini-golf courses and interactive scoring to 1417-1 S. Orange Ave. The Burlesons’ venue held its formal grand-opening weekend in early September, according to Clay Today. The experience pairs familiar putting with challenges built around other...
WCJB
Horse Talk Show previews Ibericon 2026
TV20’s Horse Talk host Louisa Barton introduces us to some of the top horses.
Alachua Chronicle
First Presbyterian Church Chancel Choir to sing at state conference
The First Presbyterian Church Chancel Choir is excited to perform at the Florida American Choral Directors Association Fall Conference in Orlando on Friday, October 23. On Sunday, October 18, the Chancel Choir will include many of the selections for the Orlando concert as part of worship at 11 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church. The post First Presbyterian Church Chancel Choir to sing at state conference appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .
Ocala Gazette
Well-known artist from Ocala dies in Nashville at 93
Phil Ponder left Ocala as a young man, but he never really left it behind. The boy who grew up around Silver Springs and the old-town rhythms of Marion County carried that sense of place all the way to Nashville — then spent a remarkable second career giving another city its memory back, one brick, one window, one beloved old building at a time.
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Here Comes the Boom: The Keepers of the Gator Band Drum
Before the sun is fully up on game day, David Snedeker and Richard Steirer secure their tailgate spot near The Swamp. But soon, they’re off to the Steinbrenner Band Hall. Inside, their pride and joy rests on three wheels, a giant drum with faded cowhide drumheads that read “Gator Band University of Florida.”
WCJB
Gator fans fill Gainesville streets for annual homecoming parade
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) — Thousands of people lined the streets of Gainesville for the University of Florida’s annual homecoming parade. Gainesville police motorcycles led the way, followed by members of the Gainesville Corvette Club, as the parade got underway. Crowds gathered along the route to watch floats, cars,...
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Gator Growl draws crowds despite rain ahead of homecoming
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Gator Growl took over the O’Dome Friday night, capping a day of University of Florida homecoming festivities as fans stood in the rain to see comedian Nikki Glaser and the rest of the lineup. While one area of the state prepares for Hurricane Isaias to...
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Hot Water Music to light up Aquarium
On Thursday, Oct. 15, Hot Water Music hits the Aquarium stage with Dragged Out to Sea and Baltic to Boardwalk. Hot Water Music formed in Gainesville Florida during the early 90s. HPR chats with bassist Jason Black about recording their latest album (set to be released early next year), the evolution of show promotion, the Gainesville Florida scene and the importance of college towns to the underground.
villages-news.com
New Villagers have buyer’s remorse after learning about cuts to entertainment
John and Marsha Childers are closing on their home in The Villages this month, but recent news of entertainment cuts has them second-guessing their decision. “The main reason we bought a home in The Villages was the lifestyle and events,” the couple shared. “Can you be straightforward about future events being canceled and reveal which events?”
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119-year-old Marion County school building faces uncertain future
OCALA, Fla. – The fate of a 119-year-old building in the heart of Ocala’s historic district is now in the hands of the community. The Marion County School District is considering selling the property that once housed its headquarters — and the first brick-and-mortar school ever built in the county — and residents are asking decision-makers to pump the brakes.
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Tickets on sale for bluegrass festival in downtown Ocala
Tickets are now available for the fourth annual Brick City Bluegrass Festival, which will return to downtown Ocala in February. The City of Ocala Recreation and Parks Department will host the fourth annual Brick City Bluegrass Festival on Saturday, February 6, 2027. The outdoor music event will run from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Citizens’ Circle, located at 151 Osceola Avenue.
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Florida Women’s Golf Ties for Fourth at The Ally After Illness Cancels Final Round
Florida women’s golf’s participation in The Ally hosted by Mississippi State was cut short due to a widespread illness. The tournament was canceled before the final round Wednesday. Both coaches and players were impacted by this illness, affecting at least 13 out of the 17 teams, per Golfweek.
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Ahead of Banned Books Week, Gainesville families learn First Amendment rights at bookstore event
At 3 years old, Marina Conde is still learning how to express herself through her words. Prior to a family-friendly event at a Gainesville bookstore Saturday, Marina hasn’t thought about or known what free speech means. But that’s why her mother, Katie Comfort, brought her to the event to...
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The Villages seems to be canceling a lot of popular events
I am very disheartened about The Villages’ decision to cancel many popular events. The Blonde Ambition light show and the Parady event for veterans are just two of many. The events were part of who The Villages is. Numerous veterans and thousands upon thousands of Villagers who want to have fun do not want these events eliminated. These events are one of the reasons we moved here five years ago. It makes this golf community stand out. This elimination of popular events has been done quietly, under the table, without resident input. No reasons have been given for this removal of popular activities. One can assume it’s money! How dare you cheap out!
njarts.net
Barefoot Country Music Fest confirms Carrie Underwood and others for ’27 edition
New Jersey’s largest annual country music event, the Barefoot Country Music Fest in Wildwood, has confirmed three of its 2027 co-headliners: Carrie Underwood, Florida Georgia Line, and Riley Green. Dozens of other performers will be announced later. (OCT. 16 UPDATE: Tim McGraw has been added to the lineup.) The...
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Four Conquer the Quarry at Black Diamond
Lecanto, FL - The Men's Net Championship returned to Quarry Course at Black Diamond Ranch, and we had a beautiful weekend for golf. As always, the Quarry Course proved to be a tough test, and we saw some great finishes coming down the stretch. Under 50 Division. Leading the way...
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Tom Petty Mural at Import Sales and Service
Tom Petty is peeking out from behind a palm tree on the side of an auto shop on South Main Street, with a breaker box bolted right over his collar. It might be the least glamorous canvas in Gainesville, and it works. I pulled up around 6:40 p.m. on Sunday,...
Independent Florida Alligator
Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo’s lone tree kangaroo leaves Gainesville after 7 years
With a canopy of branches dangling above her and the familiar faces of her caretakers below, a tranquil tree kangaroo can be seen traversing her enclosure, climbing from the branches to her favorite resting spots. Adelaide, the petite, furry, tree-climbing marsupial has called the zoo home for the last seven years. But on Sunday, she embarked on a new chapter.