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Tuesday, July 8th, 2025
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 17-year-old (Archie Sundiata Townsend, Jr.) was charged as an adult with attempted homicide and battery by strangulation after allegedly attacking a woman leaving the gym at Reserve at Kanapaha at 2:30 a.m. on June 20, and he was detained on June 22 following an attempted vehicle burglary. Alachua Chronicle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Gainesville resident Emmanuel Garilus, a Haitian-born saxophonist, won Amateur Night at the Apollo in Harlem on June 25—possibly becoming the first instrumentalist and four-round winner in the competition's history. He earned a $20,000 prize and a weeklong professional development opportunity after being selected through the One Nation One Project GNV Talent Search. The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ Unity of Gainesville will host its second Live Young Musicians Showcase on Friday, July 11 at 7 p.m. at 8801 NW 39th Avenue — the event will feature local young musicians and a Q&A session, with a $5 cover charge at the door. Alachua Chronicle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Alachua County Public Schools earned a B grade for the 2024–25 school year on July 7 — just two percentage points below an A as determined by the Florida Department of Education. District leaders said they launched data-driven initiatives to boost student achievement for the upcoming school year. Alachua Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ NOAA funding cuts have reduced staff and tools for predicting hurricanes and may affect how families prepare for storms — Gainesville emergency managers are partnering with local agencies to fill gaps and warn residents as warmer Gulf waters could make storms stronger. The Independent Florida Alligator
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Florida baseball signed Ole Miss infielder Ethan Surowiec as its ninth portal commit this month + he is expected to fill left infield roles for the team. He played in three games last season and showed strong results during summer ball that helped him earn a spot. WRUF
- ➤ Gainesville native Ben Shelton reached the Wimbledon quarterfinals for the first time after beating Italy's Lorenzo Sonego 3-6, 6-1, 7-6, 7-5 in a four-set match Monday; he will next face either No. 1 Jannik Sinner or No. 19 Grigor Dimitrov in the quarterfinals on Wednesday. The Independent Florida Alligator
- ➤ Malik Morris, a 4-star linebacker (ranked No. 3 in the state), committed to the Gators on July 7 after choosing coach Billy Napier over offers from Miami and Texas A&M, making him the 15th recruit in a loaded 2026 class. The Gainesville Sun
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Candlelight: Tribute to Queen
6:30-8:45 p.m. — Hippodrome Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a live orchestra's candlelit homage to the legendary rock band Queen.
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An Evening with Dauzat St. Marie
7-10 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Check event for cost — Experience the powerful Americana duo Dauzat St. Marie weaving soulful melodies.
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Candlelight: A Tribute to ABBA
8 p.m. — Hippodrome Theatre — Experience the iconic hits of ABBA performed by a string quartet in a spectacular setting.
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Early Bird Metal Show: Nibiru, Northwood, Sardaukar
7-10 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — All ages — Experience an electrifying night of local metal with Nibiru, Northwood, and Sardaukar igniting the stage.
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Open House at Eloise Gardens
4-7 p.m. — 6326 SW 90th St — Free entry — Discover a spacious, remodeled home with luxurious features in Gainesville's charming community.
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Alachua County Farmers Market
8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. — Alachua County Farmers' Market — Free entry — Explore local produce and goods from growers within 50 miles.
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Florida 4-H Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. — Reitz Union — Ticket information available — Celebrate the 2025 inductees of the Florida 4-H Hall of Fame and their contributions to youth development.
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Fire Rescue Cadets Compete at the Gator Fire Games
9 AM – 4 PM — Alachua County Sports & Event Center — Free entry — Watch aspiring first responders in action as they tackle challenges modeled after real-life situations.
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