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Friday, May 16th, 2025
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At Heartwood Soundstage on May 14, jazz fusion bands Dionysus and the Michael Feinberg Trio performed live for a small group of local fans. The bands played creative songs with lively beats and improvised solos—leaving the audience impressed and excited. The Independent Florida Alligator
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City Commission voted on May 15 to schedule a special election in November so residents can decide if GRU governance should return to the elected commission. The vote followed comments from 13 residents and a motion by Commissioner Bryan Eastman — with City Attorney Daniel Nee stating ballot language is needed by June 15 — as the commission prepares for upcoming sessions. Alachua Chronicle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Gator lacrosse team beat Duke 11 to 9 at Dizney Stadium to advance to the Final Four. They led 9 to 2 at halftime (their highest gap so far) and held on after Duke's rally as Georgia Hoey made a key save with 54 seconds left (stopping the comeback). WCJB
- ➤ Buchholz baseball will face the Wharton Wildcats today in Fort Myers in the FHSAA Class 6A Final Four at 10 a.m.—the team aims to secure a spot in the state championship after a strong comeback in its region final. The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ Florida men’s golf won the Bremerton Regional with a score of 28-under-par+ and will now compete in their fifth straight National Championship from May 23-28 at the Omni La Costa North Course in Carlsbad. Head coach J.C. Deacon said the team will enjoy their win briefly+ then focus on winning a second national title in three years. WRUF
- ➤ Junior catcher Brody Donay hit the go-ahead home run and the No. 23 Florida Gators beat the No. 18 Alabama Crimson Tide 7—6 after coming back from a five-run deficit and handling injuries in the series opener. The team will start game two today at Condron Ballpark at 6:30 p.m. The Independent Florida Alligator
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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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Boys High School Summer Basketball Showcase
Monday & Wednesday evenings — Alachua County Sports & Event Center — $375 per Team — Compete in Gainesville's top high school basketball league this summer.
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Xie Qi and Human-level Treatment
1-5 p.m. — Academy for Five Element Acupuncture — $100 — Enhance your understanding of xie qi and explore human-level treatment in this interactive course for acupuncturists.
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Do Business with the City
9-11 a.m. — Thomas Center — Free entry — Connect with City of Gainesville purchasing pros and discover resources for local business growth.
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Gainesville Toddler Multi-Sport Program
9-10:50 a.m. — Veterans Memorial Park — $85 — Enjoy a fun and active multisport program for toddlers over four weeks.
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