Gainesville Raceway hosted the 47th annual Amalie Motor Oil National Hot Rod Association Gatornationals drag racing weekend. On Saturday, qualifying sessions were held for the Nitro- and Pro Stock-class cars and motorcycles. More than 300 vehicles entered across the 13 racing classes during the four-day event.
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The First Annual Great Pumpkin Bash
Oct. 12Gainesville's first Great Pumpkin Bash attracted about 200 visitors of all ages on Oct. 11. Families walked around the plaza, pushing strollers and walking dogs. Vendors sold food, drinks and clothes, while tablers offered information about their organizations. The inaugural fall festival also featured face painting, a scavenger hunt and musical chairs with polka renditions of pop songs.
