Good morning, Gainesville.

Marquisha S. Jackson, 22, was arrested yesterday in Gainesville for allegedly exploiting a disabled client by using her bank account for groceries and food deliveries — she admitted entering the account on her personal phone.

A Gainesville woman, 32, was sentenced on June 2 to eight years in prison for DUI manslaughter after her November 27, 2022 crash near Sweetwater Wetlands Park killed UF graduate student Zeshan Haider—she pleaded guilty, received three years probation and had her driver’s license permanently revoked.

UF president pick Santa Ono was rejected by the Florida Board of Governors on June 3rd, and the decision means the board will look for another candidate to lead the university.

The rejection came after the board reviewed his appointment.

Florida Gov Ron DeSantis signed a law that changes the ways death penalties can be carried out—if lethal injection drugs are unavailable and a method is not ruled unconstitutional, other options like firing squad, hanging or nitrogen gas can be used.

The law takes effect July 1 and provides new backup methods for executions.

Four K-9s from the Alachua County Sheriff's Office retired on May 30 after serving in patrol and drug detection — Ruger, Deacon, Kaos, and Jerry helped find missing people and seize illegal drugs and weapons, and their handlers will honor their service.

Today, the Florida Board of Governors met at UCF’s downtown campus in Orlando to vote on whether to confirm Santa J.

Ono as UF’s 14th president—and if approved, Ono will begin his term today with a $1.5 million base salary under a contract lasting until May 2030.

Four-star Milton safety Kaiden Hall verbally committed to play for the Gators after an official visit this past weekend (he chose the Gators over offers from Florida State, Alabama and Georgia).

He was injured last season but is expected to be fully recovered for his senior year.

The NCAA is close to finalizing a four-part NIL framework that would cap athlete payments at $20.5 million—this change may force UF to rely more on its recruiting staff and adjust its revenue sharing with athletes.

UF Director of NIL Strategy Ben Chase said the new rules promise more corporate NIL deals, and a decision on the settlement is expected in the next few months.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Vacation Bible School 2025

9 a.m. to 12 p.m. — 8001 NW 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL — Free entry — Engage kids from Kindergarten to 5th grade in a week of fun, learning, and community service.

Learn to Draw From Life Workshop

6-9 p.m. — Nightjar, Gainesville, FL — Class 1: $5 Reservation Fee, Classes 2 & 3: Pay-What-You-Can — Explore the fundamentals of drawing through engaging lessons in a supportive setting.

Jack Gamble Melon Run

8-11 a.m. — Albert Ray Massey Park — Entry fee applies — Celebrate Independence Day with a refreshing three-mile run in Gainesville's favorite tradition.