Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of May.
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🚧 Accidents
A large pole barn in High Springs caught fire on May 4 and officials contained the blaze—no injuries were reported.
🚨 Crime
Deputies arrested 23-year-old Zaytarious Joequan Chisolm for the killing of 21-year-old Aaviel Javion Hester-Guadalupe at Reflections Apartment—police said a Five Star Pizza box found on the counter led them to him after he had stayed at the victim's home for nearly a week.
Deputies arrested 33-year-old Jerrell Johnson on Friday at a Circle K on Southwest 13th Street—he allegedly struck a shift manager, breaking her eardrum and damaging about $400 in computer equipment—and he now faces charges of aggravated battery and criminal mischief.
🎓 Education
The University of Florida named Santa J.
Ono, the president of the University of Michigan, as its only finalist for the next president. He will visit Gainesville on May 6 to meet with students, faculty and administrators—if confirmed by the board of trustees and state officials, he will replace Ben Sasse.
The University of Florida announced its Presidential Search Committee unanimously recommended Santa J.
Ono, Ph.D., as the sole finalist for the next president on May 4th — his nomination now awaits review by the Board of Trustees.
🏈 Sports
The Florida Gators scored sixteen of their twenty-two runs in the final three innings as they beat the Gamecocks 22 to 3 on May 4—earning their fourth straight SEC series win.
On Sunday, the Gators swept South Carolina with an 8 to 0 win that earned their 11th conference victory and marked coach Kevin O’Sullivan’s 750th win of his career (their first series win in Columbia since 2018) despite a three-hour rain delay that pushed the start to 10:15 p.m. local time.
🎉 Gainesville Events
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Season Finale Pops — HornSquad
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall — Ticketed event — Experience a delightful evening filled with surprises and popular treats at the orchestra's annual celebration.
Haile Farmers Market
8:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Plantation Hall in the Haile Village Center — Free entry — Experience a vibrant market featuring fresh local produce and artisanal goods every Saturday.
Gainesville Cars and Coffee Gathering
8 AM – 5 PM — Ford's Garage Gainesville — Free entry — Gather with fellow car enthusiasts at this casual community event.
Larry & Joe Concert
7-10 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a captivating evening with a unique blend of Joropo and bluegrass music.
Melody Trucks & Fitzkee Brothers Concert
7-10 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Tickets available — Experience a powerful blend of Southern rock and improvisational fire.
Fifth Avenue Arts Festival
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Santa Fe College Charles L. Blount Center — Free entry — Celebrate local arts and culture at the 45th Annual Arts Festival featuring artists, performers, and vendors.
Business League Workshop Series
2-4 p.m. — Good Life Station — Free entry — Enhance your marketing and networking skills at this informative workshop featuring Shelley Vickers.
Kyran Daniel Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Check event page for details — Experience the remarkable musical talent that's been captivating audiences.
Story Time at the Zoo
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful story time in a natural setting, perfect for families and children.
Southeast Outdoor Sectionals 2025
8 a.m. — 10404 SW Williston Rd — Registration required — Compete in 14 Field, 14 Hunter, and 14 Animal rounds in the quest for Outdoor National Series Champions.
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