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Sunday, June 28, 2026

Hundreds gather at Depot Park for nationwide Day of Action rally

Several hundred Gainesville residents assembled at Depot Park on Saturday evening and marched through downtown as part of a coordinated national day of demonstrations. Organizers said the event was aimed at drawing attention to immigration policy, voting rights, government accountability, and the role of money in politics. Attendees carried signs and chanted, with speakers urging continued civic engagement.

Sources: WCJB TV20

North Central Florida Venezuelan community organizes earthquake relief drive

Two major earthquakes struck Venezuela on June 24, causing widespread damage in the La Guaira and Caracas regions. A local relief effort in North Central Florida, drawing on the area’s Venezuelan diaspora community, is now collecting donations to send aid to affected areas. A Gainesville resident originally from Venezuela described the aftermath as painful to witness from afar.

Sources: WCJB TV20

In Brief

Alachua County ham radio volunteers run 24-hour disaster communications drill — WCJB TV20
Newberry Hispanic church hosts multicultural festival to raise funds for building — WCJB TV20
Alachua County gun violence prevention alliance launches public website — WCJB TV20
Viral dog enjoys a day out with the Miami Marlins — The Gainesville Sun

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