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City of Gainesville staff work to make UF Homecoming weekend a success

Published on October 16, 2025

The action begins late Thursday and early Friday, as Public Works crews start installing barricades and signage along 27 streets in advance of Gator Gallop and the UF Homecoming Parade. GPD and GFR provide security and emergency response during the events. Afterward, the city’s sweepers, dump trucks and loaders clear debris and reopen streets. The entire process begins anew on game day.

Caffey, Garilus named grand marshals of this year's parade

Published on October 10, 2025

The City of Gainesville has named nationally acclaimed theatrical creator, producer and director Marion J. Caffey and award-winning saxophonist Emmanuel Garilus as co-grand marshals of the 2025 A Very GNV Holiday Parade. The parade will also include a special appearance by Star Center Theatre in celebration of its silver anniversary.

City Hall Plaza renovation starts Tuesday; Building access unaffected

Published on October 08, 2025

Renovation of City Hall Plaza is scheduled to begin Tuesday, Oct. 14, and is not expected to impact public access to Gainesville City Hall, the Old Library Building or Lot 5 parking adjacent to the plaza.

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