Good morning, Gainesville.

Raising Cane’s will open a new restaurant in Kissimmee on June 26 at (1200 W Osceola Pkwy).

The chain expands its presence in Florida following recent openings in Pensacola, Gainesville, and other cities.

Indie horror film Obsession has surged into the top 10 domestic horror movies, overtaking Florida-connected The Blair Witch Project.

It is showing at local theaters today and will be available on PVOD around (June 23).

This weekend, Gainesville hosts events for art, music and community fun; 'Exit Laughing' plays at High Springs Playhouse (tickets from $15) while the Harn Museum exhibit and a Juneteenth breakfast at Cotton Club Museum add creative flair.

The HAHAlelujah Christian Comedy Show will be held on June 20 in Gainesville, hosted by the Alachua County Community Remembrance Project.

Doors open at 5:30 p.m. at a local venue + Pastor T. Washington, Alisa Cody and T. Roy will perform faith-filled comedy to lift spirits.

A UF graduate student is researching whether pedestrian safety materials effectively reach vulnerable groups.

His work may help guide outreach efforts to lower rising pedestrian crash rates across the region.

Three school board seats are contested this election season; Jancie Vinson runs uncontested in District 5 while candidates in Districts 1 and 3 propose changes on teacher support, budgets and superintendent search — voters will decide future education policies today.

UF alum Nancy Dwyer and Wendel Martinkovic donated a 24-acre property in Sumter County to Alachua Conservation Trust via a conservation easement to preserve local ecosystems; they will work with the trust to plan land maintenance for native species such as live oaks, birds, and alligators.

Three earthquakes struck near Cuba from June 8 to June 15; the 6.1 quake on June 8 was felt widely in Florida while aftershocks on June 9 and June 15 received fewer reports from residents in places like Marco Island (the USGS recorded these responses).

Florida's highway safety agency launched the Arrive Alive campaign (June 1-July 31) to remind drivers to avoid texting and impaired driving as summer travel increases, and officials urge all motorists to drive responsibly.

On June 16, the Children's Trust of Alachua County awarded over $2M in scholarships to 1,000 children from eligible families to attend summer camps offered across 21 sites.

The programs include STEM, sports, arts and specialized sessions for kids with special needs and provided camp experiences lasting 23 days.

The National Weather Service has issued heat alerts for parts of Florida where officials advise residents to limit outdoor activities and stay hydrated (drinking water and using air conditioning is recommended).

Santa Fe College baseball head coach Johnny Wiggs will retire on Aug.

3 after a 20-year career with 626 wins & two Junior College World Series appearances. He will continue to lead baseball camps for Gatorball Academy as he prepares for retirement.

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.

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.

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.

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.

#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.

WUFT’s Fanfares & Fireworks

6-10 p.m. — UF Bandshell at Flavet Field — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day Eve with live music, food trucks, and a dazzling fireworks finale.

AVELLO Concert

9:00 p.m. — Vivid Music Hall — Ticketed event — Experience an electrifying night with AVELLO in Gainesville.

Skweezy Jibbs Movie Premiere

6:30-8:00 p.m. — The Wooly — Tickets required — Enjoy the premiere of a comedy mockumentary about the making of a blockbuster film.

Parrotfish Live Performance

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Signal Lounge — $10 cover — Experience the scummiest, most lovable rock band from Florida that promises an unforgettable live show.

Underoath Live Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The Wooly — Tickets available — Experience an energetic performance by Underoath with soaring choruses and hard-hitting rhythms.