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Good morning, Gainesville! 🌥️ Clocks fall back an hour today, and the sky is a warm, muggy gray with a decent shot at showers, so keep an umbrella handy on the way to Micanopy.
Another buzzing week in our slice of North Central Florida, where the Fall Festival is wrapping up in the oldest inland town in Florida and the ballot box is the hottest ticket around. Whether you're catching a live show downtown or checking your irrigation timer, we've got your local pulse covered.
Here's what's making waves this week:
🗳️ Early voting ends today - eight Alachua County sites close Sunday, November 1, before Election Day on Tuesday, November 3
💧 Water only on your day - the Extreme Water Shortage limit stays at one day a week, so check your timer
🚧 NW 83rd Street night work - a $4 million Santa Fe College corridor project breaks ground Thursday, November 5
🎸 GramFest 2026 - the 26th annual Gram Parsons tribute fills Heartwood Soundstage this afternoon
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✅ DO THIS WEEK
Cast your ballot - Early voting at eight Alachua County sites ends today, Sunday, November 1; Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, and you can check your registration and polling place at VoteAlachua.gov - Details
Water only on your day - The Extreme Water Shortage limit stays at one day a week: even addresses Sunday, November 1, odd addresses Saturday, November 7, businesses Tuesday, November 3 - Details
Attend the NW 83rd Street kickoff - Alachua County and Santa Fe College break ground Thursday, November 5 at 10 a.m. on the grass in front of the bookstore, 3000 NW 83rd St; refreshments served - Details
Light one green bulb - Alachua County illuminates buildings green for veterans from Wednesday, November 4 through Wednesday, November 11; residents and businesses can swap in one green bulb to join - Details
📰 NEWS YOU CAN USE
PUBLIC SAFETY
Deputies and Gainesville police investigate a Saturday shooting at Majestic Oaks Apartments
What this means: A man was shot Oct. 31 at 5800 SW 20th Ave, a crowd gathered, and anyone with information can call the sheriff's tip line at 352-955-1818, Option 5, and stay anonymous.
Alachua County deputies and Gainesville police investigated a shooting Saturday, Oct. 31, at Majestic Oaks Apartments, 5800 SW 20th Ave, where one man was shot.
Here's what to know:
The sheriff's office reported one male victim and said the extent of his injuries was unknown; no suspect was named in the release.
Deputies said a large crowd created significant safety risks and asked people to stay at least 25 feet from officers working the scene.
Tips go to 352-955-1818, Option 5, and callers may remain anonymous; the charges and the victim's condition are not yet public.
EDUCATION
State ethics panel finds probable cause that Superintendent Patton filed inaccurate disclosure forms
What this means: The Florida Commission on Ethics found probable cause on Oct. 23 against Alachua County's school superintendent; a hearing or settlement must still come before any final ruling or penalty.
The Florida Commission on Ethics found probable cause on Oct. 23 that Superintendent Kamela Patton filed inaccurate 2023 and 2024 financial disclosure forms.
Here's what to know:
The inaccuracies involve Patton Solutions, LLC; the Commission's advocate cited capital account balances of $35,157 in 2023 and $58,205 in 2024 against a $10,000 reporting threshold.
Patton filed her 2023 form July 1, 2025, after a Dec. 18, 2024 deadline; she strongly disagrees and asks for 30 days to amend her 2024 form.
This is not a final ruling: the case goes to a Division of Administrative Hearings judge or a settlement, then back to the Commission; no hearing date is reported.
INFRASTRUCTURE
NW 83rd Street gets $4 million in night work next to Santa Fe College, starting the week of Nov. 9
What this means: Alachua County starts concrete work on NW 83rd Street the week of Nov. 9, with crews working 6:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. so the road stays open for about 12,000 daily trips.
Alachua County budgeted $4 million to repave NW 83rd Street, which carries about 12,000 vehicle trips daily; a kickoff is Nov. 5.
Here's what to know:
Concrete work starts the week of Nov. 9 and lasts about one month; asphalt and a raised crosswalk with flashing beacons start the week of Dec. 14 for about three weeks.
Most construction runs at night, 6:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.; a sidewalk on the east side and signal rebuilds at North Road, South Road and NW 23rd Ave follow, with signals in early 2027.
Questions go to Public Works Assistant Director Stuart Cullen at 352-374-5245; the public kickoff is Thursday, Nov. 5 at 10 a.m., 3000 NW 83rd St.
INFRASTRUCTURE
Extreme Water Shortage stays in force: one watering day a week, even after clocks fall back
What this means: Alachua County keeps landscape irrigation to one day a week as an Extreme Water Shortage declaration continues, so check your timer when the clocks change on Sunday, Nov. 1.
Alachua County's Extreme Water Shortage declaration remains in effect after daylight saving time ends Nov. 1, limiting landscape irrigation to one day per week.
Here's what to know:
Odd-numbered residential addresses water Saturday, even-numbered addresses Sunday, and nonresidential properties, including subdivision common areas, Tuesday.
The limit applies to private wells, public or private utilities and surface water; the county suggests switching off automatic systems in winter and checking rain sensors and leaks.
Report wasteful watering through the county's water shortage page, or call Senior Environmental Specialist Luke Sekula at 352-264-6822.
Quick updates
Everlee Farmstead approved - Commissioners approved the 2,750-home, 996-acre community south of Oakmont on Oct. 27, with 250 affordable units; a developer agreement comes next, and a Preliminary Development Plan follows in 2027. - Read more
Alachua launches a crime map - Alachua Police published an interactive map of reported incidents in the City of Alachua on Oct. 30; data refreshes monthly and locations are approximate. - Read more
Pothole crews top 7,348 repairs - Since the Pothole Portal launched, Alachua County has repaired 7,348 potholes; crews fixed 1,207 in the week of Oct. 19-25 alone. - Read more
Veterans honored across the county - Alachua County, home to over 17,000 veterans, joins Operation Green Light from Nov. 4 to 11; call Veteran Services at 352-264-6740 for benefits help. - Read more
💼 JOBS & OPPORTUNITIES
Citizens Disability Advisory Committee (4 seats) - Alachua County seeks three at-large members and one alternate for three-year terms; meets fourth Thursdays at 4 p.m.; call 352-374-5275 - Apply
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📅 THIS WEEK IN GAINESVILLE
Must-Attend Events
🌾 Micanopy Fall Festival - Sunday, November 1, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM · Historic Downtown Micanopy, 202 NE 7th Ave, Micanopy
The 51st annual festival fills the oldest inland town in Florida with arts and crafts, live music, vendors and festival food, with the final day running today. Today is the last day to go. 📅 Add to calendar
🏅 International Judo Competition and LA 2028 Olympic Qualifier - Sunday, November 1, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM · Alachua County Sports & Events Center, 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, Celebration Pointe
Final day of the Panamerican Open Florida 2026, an official qualifier for the LA 2028 Games, with more than 400 athletes from over 40 countries. Preliminaries start at 9 AM and finals at 4 PM; tickets $20, children under 12 free. 📅 Add to calendar
🎸 GramFest 2026: Gram Parsons Tribute Music Festival - Sunday, November 1, 2:00 PM · Heartwood Soundstage, 619 S Main St, Gainesville, south Main district
The 26th annual outdoor tribute to Gram Parsons features Dan Stepp & Hard Luck Society, Patchwork, The Shambles, Quartermoon and more, with Gregg Jones as emcee. Pay-what-you-can sliding scale ($0-$50) benefits the nonprofit venue. 📅 Add to calendar
🎭 An Evening with Renee Elise Goldsberry - Friday, November 6, 7:30 PM · Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 3201 Hull Rd, Gainesville, UF cultural plaza
The Tony and GRAMMY winner who originated Angelica Schuyler in "Hamilton" sings Broadway favorites, original songs, pop and R&B. Tickets $35-60 ($25 UF students) at 352-392-2787. 📅 Add to calendar
By Category
🎵 Music & Entertainment
Experimental Guitar with Mike Baggetta, Eli Winter and Baby Arms - Wednesday, November 4, 7:00 PM · Loosey's Downtown, 120 SW 1st Ave, Gainesville, downtown
Three adventurous guitarists blend improvisation, jazz, rock and electronics in one evening. Tickets $15. 📅 Add to calendar
"The Rocky Horror Picture Show" Live Shadowcast - Thursday, November 5, 8:00 PM · The Wooly, 20 N Main St, Gainesville, downtown
Local performers act out the cult classic alongside the film as part of a six-night fall run presented by Glory Days. Audience participation is part of the show. 📅 Add to calendar
Jam Rock with Big Sky - Friday, November 6, 8:00 PM · The Wooly, 20 N Main St, Gainesville, downtown
Jam-rock night at the downtown club; check the Visit Gainesville listing for ticket details before heading out. 📅 Add to calendar
90s Hip-Hop on Strings by Candlelight - Friday, November 6, 8:30 PM · The Hippodrome Theatre, 25 SE 2nd Pl, Gainesville, downtown
Live string arrangements reimagine 1990s hip-hop favorites by candlelight. Tickets from $39.24. 📅 Add to calendar
Pop Rock with Sweet Pill - Saturday, November 7, 7:00 PM · The Wooly, 20 N Main St, Gainesville, downtown
Pop-rock night at the Wooly; see the listing for ticket details. 📅 Add to calendar
👪 Family-Friendly
Hispanic American Festival - Sunday, November 1, 12:00-8:00 PM · First Magnitude Brewing Co, 1220 SE Veitch St, Gainesville, south of downtown
Free festival with live Latin music, salsa lessons, Zumba, dancing and food trucks; Tampa's Koko Band plays 4-7 PM. 📅 Add to calendar
Gainesville Oddities Market - Sunday, November 1, 12:00-4:00 PM · Bo Diddley Plaza, 111 E University Ave, Gainesville, downtown
More than 80 vendors sell taxidermy, bones, crystals, jewelry and curios, with music and food trucks. Free, all ages, rain or shine. 📅 Add to calendar
Little Sparks at the Cade Museum - Sunday, November 1, 10:15-11:00 AM · Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention, 811 S Main St, Gainesville, at Depot Park
Early-learner hands-on session at the museum; check the listing for age range and price. 📅 Add to calendar
Veterans Day Flag Placement at Historic Evergreen Cemetery - Saturday, November 7, 9:00-11:00 AM · Historic Evergreen Cemetery, 401 SE 21st Ave, Gainesville
Free volunteer event for all ages to place flags at the graves of more than 1,100 veterans, followed by a live concert at the Veterans Monument. 📅 Add to calendar
CHOMP the Block Gator Football Pep Rally & Block Party - Friday, November 6, 5:30-9:30 PM · Celebration Pointe, 5001 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, southwest
Live music, food trucks, lawn games, Gator cheerleaders, Albert and Alberta, and a Kids Zone with face painting and bounce houses. 📅 Add to calendar
🏃 Sports & Fitness
Florida Gators Soccer vs. Georgia - Sunday, November 1, 1:00 PM · Donald R. Dizney Stadium, 1788 Natural Area Dr, Gainesville, UF campus
Regular-season finale on Fan Appreciation Day, with balloon animals and a Kids Zone; a win or tie secures Florida's SEC Tournament spot. Free admission. 📅 Add to calendar
Florida Gators Volleyball vs. Arkansas - Sunday, November 1, 1:00 PM · Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center, 250 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, UF campus
SEC volleyball at the O'Connell Center; see the listing for tickets. 📅 Add to calendar
Florida Gators Volleyball vs. South Carolina (Friends Night) - Friday, November 6, 7:00 PM · Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center, 250 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, UF campus
Friends-themed night; the first 250 students get a crewneck sweatshirt while supplies last. Tickets $12. 📅 Add to calendar
🎨 Arts & Culture
"Little Shop of Horrors" at the Hippodrome - Sunday, November 1, 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM · The Hippodrome Theatre, 25 SE 2nd Pl, Gainesville, downtown
Final day of the run (Oct 14-Nov 1) of the rock and roll musical about a flower shop assistant and his man-eating plant. Tickets from $30; show times per Visit Gainesville. 📅 Add to calendar
"Disenchanted!" The Musical - Sunday, November 1, 2:00 PM (also Thursday, November 5 at 8:00 PM) · Acrosstown Repertory Theatre, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Ste. O, Gainesville
A musical comedy that lets fairy tale princesses tell their own stories; runs through Nov 8, Sundays at 2 PM and Thu-Sat at 8 PM. Tickets from $10; recommended for older audiences. 📅 Add to calendar
Capitol Fools: Political Satire - Monday, November 2, 7:30 PM · Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 3201 Hull Rd, Gainesville, UF cultural plaza
Bipartisan political satire, improv and song parodies on the eve of the midterm elections. Tickets $30-50 ($15 UF students); recommended for ages 14 and up. 📅 Add to calendar
"Becoming Buffalo" Film Screening and Q&A - Wednesday, November 4, 6:00 PM · Matheson History Museum, 513 E University Ave, Gainesville, downtown
A 25-minute film on a pivotal chapter in Miccosukee history, followed by a Q&A with director Montana Cypress for Native American Heritage Month. Free. 📅 Add to calendar
Rhythms of Light: Live Music, Dance and Art - Saturday, November 7, 5:00 PM · Art Collective, 6419 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville, northwest
Live percussion, saxophone and dance alongside visual art. Tickets $17 at the door price, $15 early bird with multiple tickets. 📅 Add to calendar
🎓 Education & Business
Community Forum on Literacy and Education in Alachua County - Thursday, November 5, 6:30-8:00 PM · Greater Bethel AME Church, 701 SE 43rd St, Gainesville
Open community conversation on literacy and education across Alachua County, hosted at the church's fellowship space. 📅 Add to calendar
🏞️ Outdoor & Recreation
Birds and Brews Guided Bird Walk - Sunday, November 1, 5:45-7:30 PM · First Magnitude Brewing Company, 1220 SE Veitch St, Gainesville, south of downtown
A guided walk with local experts to identify native birds, followed by a return to the brewery. 📅 Add to calendar
Zip! at Haile Quarry Haunted Hayride - Friday, November 6, 6:00 PM (also Saturday, November 7) · Zip! at Haile Quarry, 3975 NW County Road 235, Newberry
A nighttime hayride through the quarry for a seasonal thrill, a short ride for friends and families. Tickets $5-$10. 📅 Add to calendar
Season of Screams at The Peanut Patch & Corn Maze - Friday, November 6, 5:00 PM · Peanut Patch and Corn Maze, 8656 SW 75th St, Gainesville, southwest
Haunted house, hayride and corn maze on one $20 ticket, with attractions starting after dark. 📅 Add to calendar
⌚️ Recurring Events
Grove St District Market - Sundays, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM (next: November 1) · Grove Street District Market, 220 NW 8th St, Gainesville
Open-air Sunday market in the Grove Street district with local vendors and makers, listed Sundays through the season. 📅 Add to calendar
Archer Farmers Market at the Historic Depot - Tuesdays, 3:00-7:00 PM (next: November 3) · Archer Depot, 16994 SW 134th Ave, Archer
Free weekly market with produce, handmade goods and local vendors. 📅 Add to calendar
WACKY Wednesdays - Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30 PM (next: November 4) · Alachua Branch Library, 14913 NW 140th St, Alachua
Weekly Wednesday afternoon kids' program at the Alachua library branch, listed on the Visit Gainesville calendar. 📅 Add to calendar
San Felasco Market at San Felasco Tech City - Wednesdays, 4:30-8:00 PM (next: November 4) · San Felasco Tech City, 13900 Tech City Circle, Alachua
Weekly Wednesday evening market at San Felasco Tech City in Alachua, with local vendors and food. 📅 Add to calendar
WAHS Waldo Monthly Market - Saturday, November 7, 8:00 AM-2:00 PM · Waldo City Square, 14450 NE 148th Ave, Waldo
Free monthly market with crafts, baked goods, farm products and yard sale finds. 📅 Add to calendar
Haile Farmers Market - Saturdays, 8:30 AM-12:00 PM (next: November 7) · Haile Village Center, 5213 SW 91st Terrace, Gainesville, Haile Plantation
Free Saturday market with produce, meats, baked goods, plants and live music. 📅 Add to calendar
Alachua County Farmers Market - Saturdays, 8:30 AM-12:00 PM (next: November 7) · Alachua County Farmers Market, 13900 Tech City Circle, Alachua
Growers-only market, open year-round, with everything grown within 50 miles. 📅 Add to calendar
High Springs Farmers Market - Fridays, 3:00 PM (next: November 6) · High Springs Farmer's Market, 23517 NW 185th Rd, High Springs
Weekly Friday afternoon farmers market in the gateway town to the springs, with local vendors. 📅 Add to calendar
Quick Hits
Florida Native Plant Seminar - Two-day continuing-education event for landscape and nursery professionals at UF IFAS Straughn Center, 2142 Shealy Dr - Monday, November 2
Hippodrome Cinema: "Suspiria" - Hilda's Letterboxd Pick at 25 SE 2nd Pl - Sunday, November 1, 1:00 PM and 6:00 PM
Holiday Marketplace with Santa Photos - First United Methodist Church, 419 NE 1st St - Friday, November 6 (also Saturday, November 7)
👋 UNTIL NEXT WEEK
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