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Friday, May 9th, 2025
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Women’s Giving Circle, celebrating 19 years of philanthropy, awarded $150,000 in grants on May 8 to support projects that empower women and girls—this includes a $100,000 Impact Grant to Family Promise—Essential Housing Program and $5,000 Catalyst Grants to nine local organizations funded by 153 donors. Alachua Chronicle
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Alachua County sheriff’s deputies increased their presence at Kanapaha Middle School after students received a text today threatening a school shooting + officials alerted parents and said investigators do not consider the threat credible after it was made on Thursday. WCJB
- ➤ A Jacksonville man, 26-year-old Christian Glenn Rogers, was arrested Saturday evening at a Hardee’s drive-thru in High Springs after an argument escalated into an alleged gun threat when he retrieved a loaded 9mm handgun—police charged him with battery and two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and set bail at $10,000. Alachua County Today
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On April 12, 18 scouts—including local scout James Hutchison—attended a surveying workshop hosted by UF’s School of Forest, Fisheries, and Geomatics Sciences at the UF/IFAS Austin Cary Forest Campus off Waldo Road where they earned their Surveying Merit Badge. The workshop featured hands-on lessons led by experts from local surveying firms (such as Noble Precision Technologies and 3002 Surveying) and introduced scouts to future career opportunities in mapping and surveying. Alachua County Today
- ➤ At Tuesday’s meeting, the Alachua County School Board approved a first reading on revised Behavior Resource Teacher roles and sent a letter of intent to partner with the City of Gainesville for redeveloping Citizens Field—public comments will be considered at a June 3 hearing at 6:30 p.m. In a separate vote, the board ended the year-round calendar at Marjorie K. Rawlings Elementary following community concerns over limited evaluation time. The Independent Florida Alligator
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Alachua County has transformed motels into 67 housing units to help combat homelessness—this project aims to provide residents with the resources needed for independent living. WCJB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Trinity Catholic's softball team advanced to Class 2A semifinals with a 4-2 win over Keystone Heights—set to play next Tuesday. Buchholz baseball aims to force Game 3 at Pace after an 11-4 loss in Game 1. WCJB
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Melody Trucks & Fitzkee Brothers Concert
7-10 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Tickets available — Experience a powerful blend of Southern rock and improvisational fire.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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S.G. Goodman Live
7-11 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Tickets available — Experience S.G. Goodman's roots-inflected rock with haunting vocals and personal storytelling.
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