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Thursday, May 29th, 2025
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ High school senior Aniyah Faith Williams has earned nearly $1 million in scholarships, with about $100,000 from private sources and $800,000 from merit awards. She will attend Florida A&M University this fall to study Biology on a predental track — and she credits her mother for teaching the value of education. WCJB
- ➤ UF Health and Santa Fe College renewed their nurse training partnership on Wednesday at Santa Fe College’s Northwest Campus—this $700K funding, split between UF Health’s $350K grant and matching state funds, will help pay for student scholarships and a new academic space. The renewal marks the third year of a collaboration that has provided more than $1.8 million to support nursing education. Alachua County Today
- ➤ The University of Florida has seen enrollment grow since 2021, but transfer students have remained a small part of the student body, which affects their access to community clubs. Many transfers report challenges in finding support programs and UF has offered orientation and seminar programs—such as a transfer success seminar—to help ease their transition. The Independent Florida Alligator
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Alachua County Fire Rescue Station 23 launched a new trailer designed for trench and collapse rescues to help firefighters work safely during building incidents. The trailer (rolled out six weeks ago) responded to one call and is the county’s second such unit, with similar setups in other counties. WCJB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UF freshman Taylor Shumaker tied the state record with 22 homers and 86 RBIs and was named NFCA Freshman of the Year at a banquet in Oklahoma City on Tuesday, while outfielder Korbe Otis became the first Gator to win the Elite 90 award and was drafted sixth overall on May 3; she will begin her professional career on June 7 and plans to pursue medical school after softball. WCJB
- ➤ Ten-time All-American gymnast eMjae Frazier transferred from Cal to Florida Tuesday + she will compete for her senior season, aiming to fill a gap left by recent Gator graduates. She recorded three perfect 10.0s at Cal + her move marks a key addition to the team this season. WRUF
- ➤ The University of Florida announced plans to build the Flavet Outdoor Recreational Complex on Flavet Field to meet rising demand for on-campus sports. The $6 million project — set to include six pickleball courts, two sand volleyball courts, three table tennis courts and lawn space — is projected for completion early 2026. The Independent Florida Alligator
- ➤ Florida baseball freshman Aidan King has pitched well for UF by allowing just one run in his last two games against Texas and Alabama—he may pitch this weekend when UF plays in the regional tournament. GatorSports
- ➤ The Florida Gators will face SEC rival Texas in Game 1 of the Women’s College World Series today with game coverage beginning at 11:45 a.m. (broadcast on ESPN 98.1-FM/850-AM WRUF) after a three-game Super Regionals win over Georgia. WRUF
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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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3-Day Virtual CRASH Training
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — The Virtual CRASH Training Center — 21 ACTAR CEUs available — Enhance your skills in video analysis and 3-D environments with expert guidance from Bob Scurlock, Ph.D.
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Foot Reflexology Training for Massage Therapists
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Florida School of Massage — $400, $350 if paid by June 14th — Enhance your massage practice with specialized reflexology techniques and insights.
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