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Gainesville
Monday, February 24th, 2025
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 24th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Evergreen Cemetery in Gainesville is introducing new services including a pet cemetery and natural burials, alongside renovations and a digital gravesite locator, enhancing its 169-year legacy. WCJB
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ William Robert Erickson was arrested in Gainesville for allegedly assaulting a partially paralyzed woman, with charges including obstructing justice and abusing a disabled person. Alachua Chronicle
- ➤ In west Gainesville, after reports of a shooting near Tower Road, one person has died and a suspect has been detained by the Alachua Sheriff’s Office. WCJB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Gators softball team triumphed in both games at the Sun Devil Classic, dominating New Mexico State 12-1 and narrowly defeating Grand Canyon Antelopes 6-4. WRUF
- ➤ The Buchholz Bobcats baseball team maintained their undefeated streak with a 7-2 victory over the Santa Fe Raiders, led by key performances from seniors and a strong pitching game. WRUF
- ➤ The No. 3 Florida Gators softball team set a school record by scoring 24 runs in a dominant 24-3 victory over Iowa State at the Sun Devil Classic, maintaining their season record at 18-1. WRUF
- ➤ The Florida Gators baseball team defeated the Dayton Flyers 11-1 in a game that saw Brendan Lawson hit his first collegiate grand slam. WRUF
- ➤ The Florida women's basketball team aims to build on their winning streak by facing No. 15 Tennessee, holding a historical series lead of 44-4 against them. WRUF
- ➤ The Florida men's and women's swimming and diving teams secured silver medals at the SEC Championship, ending their 12-year title streak, despite breaking records and winning multiple events. The Independent Florida Alligator
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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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