Tuesday, February 18th, 2025
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Upcoming student government elections at UF feature parties focusing on mental health, food insecurity, graduate housing, diversity, and fair elections. The Independent Florida Alligator
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Micah Handlogten returned to play for the Florida Gators, adding depth and versatility after nearly a year off due to injury, significantly impacting the team's performance. WRUF
- ➤ The Florida Gators softball team experienced their first defeat of the 2025 season against Duke University during the Bubly Invitational. GatorSports
- ➤ Florida football appoints Deron Wilson as the new cornerbacks coach, succeeding Will Harris who joined Miami Hurricanes. WRUF
- ➤ Florida's men's golf team secured its sixth consecutive victory at the Gators Invitational, led by Ian Gilligan's standout performance of 8 under par. The Independent Florida Alligator
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Florida Gators vs. Florida A&M Rattlers Baseball Game
The Florida Gators will face off against the Florida A&M Rattlers in a college baseball game at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville.
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Florida Gators Baseball vs. Dayton Flyers Baseball
The Florida Gators will face the Dayton Flyers in a baseball game at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, FL.
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Florida Gators Baseball vs. Dayton Flyers
Experience an exciting collegiate baseball matchup between the Florida Gators and the Dayton Flyers at Condron Ballpark in Gainesville.
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Florida Gulf Coast Eagles vs Florida Gators Softball
This event features a collegiate softball matchup between the Florida Gulf Coast Eagles and the Florida Gators at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium.
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Sunshine Music and Arts Festival featuring Quil Darling
Experience a live performance by Quil Darling at the Heartwood Soundstage in Gainesville, Florida.
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Florida Gators vs. Miami Hurricanes Baseball Match
The Florida Gators baseball team is set to compete against the Miami Hurricanes at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, FL.
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Florida Gators Softball Tournament
The Florida Gators Softball event features a tournament at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium located at the University of Florida in Gainesville.
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AM/FM Music Festival Featuring 25 Bands Across Three Stages
This music festival showcases the talent of 25 local bands in a vibrant setting, reflecting the Gainesville music community.
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Winyah Live Performance
Winyah, an indie and southern rock band from South Carolina, will showcase their electrifying guitar solos and soulful sound at Heartwood Soundstage.
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Gators Invitational Women’s Golf Tournament
This is a 54-hole collegiate golf tournament hosted by the University of Florida women's team, featuring both team and individual formats.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The first step toward success is taken when you refuse to be a captive of the environment in which you first find yourself.
~ Mark Caine
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