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Gainesville
Saturday, March 8th, 2025
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A memorial wall featuring the names of all 2,868 graduates from the former all-Black Lincoln High School in Gainesville, Florida, between 1925 and 1970, has been completed, marking the culmination of a 15-year project led by the Lincoln High School Alumni Association. The Gainesville Sun
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Florida plans to relocate a memorial plaque for Welch McNair Bostick III, a former UVS mayor, to Rogers Hall ahead of demolishing its former graduate housing. The Gainesville Sun
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ No. 5 Florida basketball aims for a win against Ole Miss in their home finale to secure a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament, while celebrating Senior Day. GatorSports
- ➤ Thousands of race fans gathered at Gainesville Raceway for the 2025 Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, engaging in activities from autograph signings to viewing classic cars. The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ The No.7 Florida Gators are set to face the struggling Harvard Crimson in baseball, highlighting the Crimson's challenging season start and pitcher matchups against the Gators' stronger performance. WRUF
- ➤ The No. 4 Gators gymnastics team defeated No. 14 Alabama 198.025-197.450, marking their first SEC road win of the season, led by Leanne Wong's near-perfect vault score. The Independent Florida Alligator
- ➤ Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway is restricted in spring practice due to a shoulder and lower body concerns, with Harrison Bailey taking most starter reps. WRUF
- ➤ Florida's coach Todd Golden sets records in his first 100 games, outperforming other Florida coaches historically and securing notable victories against top-10 teams on the road. WRUF
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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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West Coast Swing Dance Workshop
This workshop is designed for dancers familiar with the basics of West Coast Swing, featuring instruction from Brittany and Eileen and an opportunity for social dancing afterward.
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Free Timed 5K at Depot Park
This weekly free 5K run at Depot Park is organized by volunteers and requires registration with parkrun.
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Florida Gators Softball vs. Texas Longhorns
Witness the Florida Gators Women's Softball team face off against the University of Texas Longhorns at the Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium in Gainesville, FL.
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Texas Longhorns vs. Florida Gators Softball Game
The Texas Longhorns will face off against the Florida Gators in a college softball matchup at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium.
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Jacksonville Dolphins at Florida Gators Baseball
This event features a baseball game between the Jacksonville University Dolphins and the Florida Gators at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, FL.
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Story Time at the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo
A monthly event where children can enjoy stories in a beautiful outdoor setting in front of the zoo, followed by an opportunity to explore the zoo.
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Georgia Bulldogs vs. Florida Gators Baseball Match
Watch the Florida Gators take on the Georgia Bulldogs in a college baseball match at the Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, FL.
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Florida Gators Baseball vs. Georgia Bulldogs
The Florida Gators face off against the Georgia Bulldogs in the final game of their weekend series at Condron Ballpark.
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