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Gainesville
Monday, June 1st, 2026
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Survivors, advocates and local officials gathered Saturday at Squirrel Ridge Park to honor gun violence victims and kickstart a month of awareness events across the county. Mayor Harvey Ward noted more than $53 million is set aside for prevention programs, emphasizing community healing and safety. The Independent Florida Alligator
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Pam Landis, a former pilot, has opened Graze Craze at Alachua Town Center in a 1,200-sqft space where residents can order customized charcuterie boards for events and everyday gatherings following a recent ribbon-cutting ceremony with local business leaders. Alachua County Today
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local artists teamed with the Gainesville Fine Arts Association to host an annual studio tour that let visitors explore 31 studios + watch art in progress, ask questions, and purchase originals over the weekend. WCJB
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Santa Fe College held its President’s Gala Saturday night to honor students and secure funding for educational programs. Dr. Paul Brodie and graduate Bryan Rowland, who overcame homelessness to become a firefighter, spoke at the event. WCJB
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today (Monday, June 1) marks the start of the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs through Nov. 30. The National Hurricane Center predicts a below-normal season with no immediate disturbances, though residents are urged to prepare for storms. The Gainesville Sun
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Florida baseball won a 22-10 game against Miami at the NCAA Gainesville Regional on Saturday, with catcher Karson Bowen setting season highs in hits, runs, home runs and RBIs. The senior, who transferred from TCU, helped spark the win with his steady play and smart baserunning. WRUF
- ➤ Troy scored nine runs in the sixth inning to lead a 16-11 win over Florida at Condron Family Ballpark, forcing a winner-take-all game later today at 6 p.m. Florida will work on better pitching to advance. WRUF
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Easy Star All-Stars Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Heartwood Soundstage — Tickets available — Experience reggae-driven performances that reimagine classic albums.
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Black Uhuru Live in Concert
8-11 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Kids 12 & Under get in free — Experience reggae legends Black Uhuru and local favorites Macca Reggae Samba perform live under the stars.
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Tech Coffee Social
9-10 a.m. — Resident Coffee — Free entry — Kick-start your day with stimulating conversations and connections among tech professionals.
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FREE Live on the Lawn: The Savants with The Shambles
6-9 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxing outdoor concert featuring classic rock favorites in Gainesville.
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Gainesville Toddler Multi-Sport Program
9:00-10:50 a.m. — Veterans Memorial Park — $90 — Engaging multisport activities for toddlers aged 18 months to 4 years during summer.
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Bird and Byron Acoustic Performance
6-9 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Check event page for pricing — Experience indie rock and soul with heartfelt songwriting from the Nashville-based duo Bird and Byron.
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Eden Brent Live Blues Performance
7-10 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of piano-driven blues and storytelling from award-winning artist Eden Brent.
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Juvenile Live at Heartwood Soundstage
7-10 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Ticket prices vary — Experience a high-energy hip-hop performance with classic hits and crowd favorites.
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Celebrity Bingo Fundraiser
6-9 p.m. — Senior Recreation Center — Community support event — Enjoy an evening of celebrity bingo, games, prizes, and food while benefiting Gianna’s Place.
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#iDoit4mycity Weekend: Services Event
3-7 p.m. — Pulp Arts — Free entry — Engage in a vibrant community experience with a mix of entertainment and education over the weekend.
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Freedom is what you do with what's been done to you.
~ Jean-Paul Sartre
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