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Friday, May 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At a special meeting on May 22, the Gainesville City Commission reviewed budget proposals for fire, police, parks and public works amid a revenue gap between $8.5 million and $9 million. Commissioners approved a small increase in the Fire Assessment Fee—planners said a preliminary balance plan will be presented on June 12. Alachua Chronicle
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Today, The Florida Room offers Gainesville diners a fresh breakfast experience by serving classic dishes with creative twists—its breakfast fried rice and avocado toast blend familiar flavors with unexpected touches. The restaurant stands out for its high service standards and welcoming atmosphere—features that set it apart from other local breakfast spots. The Independent Florida Alligator
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Gator softball team will face SEC rival Georgia today at 11 a.m. at KSP, showing a mix of fun and high-level competition in the Super Regionals. WCJB
- ➤ The Gators lacrosse team plays North Carolina today at 3 p.m. in Foxborough as they try to win a second national title. The team has a 17-game winning streak and last beat the Tar Heels in a Final Four match + this game is a rematch of that upset. WCJB
- ➤ Florida lost 3-1 in its SEC Tournament game at Hoover Metropolitan Stadium on May 21—Ole Miss pitcher Hunter Elliot led his team by keeping the Gators from scoring much. Coach Kevin O’Sullivan said mistakes late in the game cost the team a chance to move forward in the tournament. WRUF
- ➤ Florida Gators volleyball will face the North Carolina Tar Heels in the ESPN SEC vs ACC Shriners Children's Showdown at the Net tournament, which starts on September 9th and ends on September 10th. The team has not met the Tar Heels in over six years and is led by new head coach Ryan Theis after longtime coach Mary Wise retired in 2024 as they aim to win the SEC and compete for a national title. WRUF
- ➤ After a national championship celebration and a White House visit, Florida coach Todd Golden addressed recruiting plans on Thursday at the UF Women's Club. He announced that transfers Boogie Fland and rising senior guard Xaivian Lee have joined the backcourt while he awaits forward Alex Condon’s NBA decision by May 27. WRUF
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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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Lift & Lengthen: Cupping and Stretching Techniques
9 AM – 6 PM — Florida School of Massage — $205 — Learn to blend cupping and stretching for enhanced recovery and flexibility in bodywork.
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Adventure may hurt you, but monotony will kill you.
~ Unknown
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