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04/29/2026

Everyone has that one spot…

A place you always find yourself coming back to.

Where is it for you?

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04/29/2026
🎬 May the 4th Weekend Event Schedule - Blount Hall Gainesville🚀 Two days. Two vibes. One epic weekend! 🗓 Saturday, May 2...
04/29/2026

🎬 May the 4th Weekend Event Schedule - Blount Hall Gainesville

🚀 Two days. Two vibes. One epic weekend!
🗓 Saturday, May 2 — Hype Day Lineup
🕙 10:00 AM – Doors Open
🕙 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM – Kid Zone AM Session
🕛 12:00 PM – Star Wars TCG Workshop
🕧 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM – Kids Story Time
🕐 1:00 PM – Force Academy Live
🕑 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM – Kid Zone PM Session
🕒 3:00 PM – Film Race Screening + Awards
🕞 3:30 PM – Star Wars: Return of the Jedi
🕕 6:00 PM – Doors Close
🎶 Music by BLISS
🍔 Food
🎮 Games
🛍 Vendor Village •
🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Family Fun
🗓 Sunday, May 3 — Wind Down Day

Chiller vibes, more games, snacks, and good company to close out the weekend.

🎮 Super Smash Bros Tournament
🎟 Full schedule & tickets: https://7ashesprod.com/may-the-4th

04/28/2026

I received this from one of my customers today. I am so thankful to be able to help these beautiful women!
FYI she is wearing Ivy with custom cut bangs (of course, she is a hairdresser!!).

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04/28/2026
04/28/2026

👩‍✈️ Attention Passengers!

✈️ Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week takes flight next Monday, May 4th.

🗓 Check out the Travel Itinerary below for ways you can participate. Help our HSCS teachers and staff feel plane appreciated, all week long!

🧳 Still seeking additional Flight Crew! If you're able to help volunteer next week, please sign up here:

https://signup.com/go/eMYQwJR

04/28/2026

✨ Sparkle Station: Joyful Sparkle Fairy Hair ✨

Add a little extra fun to your May 2 experience.

Joyful Sparkle Fairy Hair will be on-site during Hype Day, giving attendees the chance to add a playful touch to their look while enjoying the day’s activities. It is a fun way to enjoy the event, express your style, and make your weekend feel even more special.

Be sure to stop by and experience one of the more whimsical highlights of the day.

Get your tickets here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/may-4th-social-tickets-1982982613377?aff=oddtdtcreator

Save the date and invite a friend.

04/27/2026

Secretary of State Cord Byrd Reminds Florida Businesses to File Annual Report before May 1 Deadline
“The May 1 deadline is fast approaching,” said Secretary of State Cord Byrd. “I strongly encourage registered entities to file now to avoid the $400 late fee. Filing online at www.Sunbiz.org is the fastest and most convenient way to ensure your annual report is properly submitted to the Division of Corporations.” Get more information about filing before the deadline here: https://dos.fl.gov/communications/press-releases/2026/secretary-of-state-cord-byrd-reminds-florida-businesses-to-file-annual-report-before-may-1-deadline/

04/27/2026
04/27/2026

𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗚𝘂𝗻 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗴𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘆: 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗳 - 𝗖𝗮𝘀𝗲 #𝟮𝟲𝗔𝗣𝗗𝟬𝟬𝟱𝟮𝟲

The Alachua Police Department is currently investigating an overnight burglary that occurred at Lawful Defense (9420 NW 13th St, Gainesville, FL 32615) at approximately 12:52 a.m. Detectives believe the suspects entered through the roof of the building. The Alachua County Sheriff's Office Forensics Unit and the Bureau of Alcohol, To***co, Fi****ms and Explosives (ATF) are assisting with the investigation. The investigation is ongoing, and additional information will be released as it becomes available.

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Alachua, FL
32615

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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