Good morning, Gainesville.

Santa Fe College baseball coach Johnny Wiggs retired after 20 years with over 600 wins and a national title game run in 2009; he now plans to spend more time with his family (wife, kids, and grandkids).

City leaders invite residents to watch the groundbreaking for Fire Station Number Three today at 10 a.m. in northeast Gainesville.

The new $14 million facility (with three engine bays) will replace the current station as part of the NE Eighth Avenue and Waldo Road, Citizens Field Revitalization Project.

Since May 1, the CDC confirmed nearly 4,200 cyclosporiasis cases in 41 states; Florida health officials reported 96 cases, including 2 in Alachua County, and a recall of Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce from California is underway following the outbreak.

The International Shark Attack File at Florida Museum of Natural History shows Florida recorded 11 unprovoked shark bites in 2025, with six in Volusia County, making it the U.S. leader in shark attacks while only Australia recorded more globally.

Florida coach Jon Sumrall said he will decide between two starting QBs before the Sept.

5 opener against Florida Atlantic and confirmed wide receiver Dallas Wilson has returned from a foot injury. He noted the offensive line's strength gains (from summer practice) boost the team's season readiness.

Gators outfielder Hayden Yost, selected in the fifth round, will sign with the Seattle Mariners tomorrow.

The Florida alum, who recovered from an ACL tear and posted strong numbers, earns a surprising professional opportunity with a slot value of $429,100.

Florida running back Jadan Baugh aims to be the SEC's top RB this season after a breakout 2025, training hard under new coach Buster Faulker and adding speed and strength to his game.

The Gators will test him on Sept. 26 at The Swamp and on Oct. 3 at Missouri.

Florida baseball catcher Karson Bowen signed a free agent contract with the Texas Rangers on Monday and will start his pro career in Surprise, Arizona, with the ACL Rangers; he is the first Florida player since 2022 to sign as a UDFA.

Former Florida baseball pitcher Luke McNeillie finalized his deal with the New York Mets over the weekend at a contract that exceeds his draft slot value + he will begin his rookie training at Clover Park in Port St. Lucie.

The Main Event Basketball Tournament

All Day — Alachua County Sports & Events Center — Admission fee varies — Experience a weekend of competitive youth basketball as regional teams showcase their talent.

Summer Indoor Market at The Abbey

9 a.m. – 1 p.m. — The Abbey at Blackadder — Free entry — Shop local for fresh produce and unique crafts at this vibrant indoor market.

L'Eclair Live Performance

7-8:30 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Ticket required — Experience the psychedelic funk sounds of 'L'Eclair' with hypnotic grooves and global rhythms.

Grant Peeples Live Performance

7-8:30 p.m. — Heartwood Soundstage — Tickets available — Experience heartfelt folk music infused with storytelling and humor from Grant Peeples.