Sunday, February 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 23rd of February.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Edward Cosby Ricks III was arrested for alleged indecent exposure across from a school playground in Gainesville, Fla. Alachua Chronicle
- ➤ Gabriel Aaron Hardgraves was arrested in Gainesville for stealing an e-scooter charging device, claiming he was 'instructed' to do so, marking his third or subsequent petit theft charge. Alachua Chronicle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville native, Jason Raphael, premiered his debut film 'bUMS', addressing homelessness through personal experience, while aiming for academic achievements at Harvard. The Gainesville Sun
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ ESPN's College Gameday will be broadcast from the University of Florida for the Gators' basketball game against Texas A&M on March 1, highlighting the event's first return to Gainesville in eight years. The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ The Buchholz High School flag football team decisively defeated St. John Lutheran 40-0, showcasing a strong offensive and defensive performance to advance their record to 2-0. WRUF
- ➤ The No. 3 Gators Softball team showcased their dominance by scoring a run-rule victory over California Baptist Lancers 11-0 and defeating the Arizona State Sun Devils 9-1 in the Sun Devil Classic. WRUF
- ➤ The No. 49 Florida Gators men's tennis team achieved a 7-0 victory over No. 35 Auburn, maintaining their unbeaten home record and advancing to a 6-4 status this spring. The Independent Florida Alligator
- ➤ The Florida Gators secured a resounding 13-1 victory over the Dayton Flyers in the first game of their weekend series, showcasing strong performances both at the plate and on the mound. WRUF
- ➤ The No. 2 Florida Gators take a five-game win streak into their SEC game against LSU, with the goal of staying top four in the league. GatorSports
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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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Florida Gators Baseball vs. Harvard Crimson
The Florida Gators Baseball team will compete against Harvard University at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida.
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3-Day Virtual CRASH Training in Gainesville, Florida
This comprehensive training course offers hands-on instruction in CRASH software features and techniques, led by an experienced instructor, with a focus on practical application and flexibility based on student projects.
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UCF Knights vs. Florida Gators Softball Match
The Florida Gators will host the UCF Knights in a collegiate softball game at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium in Gainesville.
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