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Tom Petty's brother and daughter, Bruce and Adria Petty stand behind the podium at the dedication of Tom Petty Park on Oct. 20, 2018. Both gave made statements and thanked the community before the unveiling of the new sign.

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Ben Roy headlines the Tailwhip Comedy Show at CordaRoy’s in Gainesville, Fla., Friday, Jan. 30, 2026.

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Ben Roy Comedy Show

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Ben Roy headlines the Tailwhip Comedy Show at CordaRoy’s in Gainesville, Fla., Friday, Jan. 30, 2026.

Protestors march down University Ave. during an anti-ICE protest in Gainesville, Fla., Friday, Jan. 30, 2026.

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Ice Protest Jan 30 2

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Protestors march down University Ave. during an anti-ICE protest in Gainesville, Fla., Friday, Jan. 30, 2026.

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