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Gainesville
Monday, May 19th, 2025
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Travis Graham, 34, shot three rounds at his neighbor’s front door early this morning — he was later arrested by local officers. WCJB
- ➤ One person was treated for non-life-threatening injuries after a downtown shooting on May 18—Gainesville police reported several arrests and gun recoveries, but the suspect remains at large. Alachua Chronicle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Motorcycle riders in Gainesville took part in the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride to raise funds for prostate cancer research and men’s mental health—riders in vintage style helped raise over $2,000 as part of a global event reaching over 1,000 cities since 2012. This event highlights the growing need for early detection and open discussion about health in our community. WCJB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Florida basketball will travel to the White House on Wednesday to be honored for their national championship season. Five-star recruit Boogie Fland—who recently withdrew from the NBA Draft—will visit UF campus today and on Tuesday as the team works to replenish its backcourt amid eligibility losses. GatorSports
- ➤ Seniors Bobby Boser and Ty Evans led No. 23 Florida to a 9-3 series win over No. 18 Alabama on Saturday—Florida honored four players on Senior Day and clinched its sixth straight series win. The team will face No. 15 seed South Carolina at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday in the SEC Tournament at Hoover Metropolitan Stadium. WRUF
- ➤ The Gators won their 11th straight home regional match at KSP by defeating Mercer twice and outlasting Florida Atlantic to advance to the Super Regionals. They will host SEC rival Georgia for a chance to go to Oklahoma City. WCJB
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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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Father's Day Celebration at Kanapaha Botanical Gardens
9 a.m. – 7 p.m. — Kanapaha Botanical Gardens — Free for fathers — Celebrate Dad with nature's beauty and enjoy a day out together.
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