Good morning, Gainesville.

Melissa Danielle Nattiel, 42, was arrested on August 2 and charged with child abuse, contributing to the delinquency of a minor and disorderly conduct after she allegedly instigated a fight among students at Santa Fe High School’s track meet on March 3.

UF Hispanic student organizations create events to celebrate Latin culture and help new and returning students feel welcome on campus.

The Hispanic Student Association and Hispanic-Latine Student Assembly will host a cultural assembly on Aug. 27—featuring performances and a tabling fair at the Reitz Union Grand Ballroom.

The University of Florida has seen major changes this summer as the Board of Trustees approved a 10% tuition hike and cut the sustainability office—while interim leaders fill many roles and the presidential search remains unresolved, sparking mixed reactions from students and faculty.

Meteorologists forecast Tropical Storm Erin will strengthen to a hurricane by today or tomorrow—expected to reach Category 3 with 115-mph winds by Sunday.

Officials urge residents to prepare as the storm’s track and impacts remain uncertain.

Reports have confirmed rabbits with horn-like growths from the Shope papilloma virus in Colorado (the growths do not affect humans), but no such cases have been reported in Florida as of Aug.

13. Experts urge avoiding contact with any wild or domestic rabbits showing these signs.

Andrew Abadie, a New Orleans native with nearly nine years of sports reporting, has joined the Gainesville Sun as the new beat writer for Florida Gators men's basketball—bringing his food-obsessed approach to local and SEC coverage.

Veterans Living With Cancer Support Program

7:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. — Hilton University of Florida Conference Center — Free entry — A supportive initiative tailored for veterans facing cancer treatment and survivorship.

Meet and Greet at Ballyhoo Grill

6-8 p.m. — Ballyhoo Grill — Free entry — Enjoy a casual evening of conversation and discover the Adventure Club of Gainesville.

Spencer Thomas Concert

6:30-10 p.m. — The Bull — Cost Info Not Specified — Experience a night of raw and heartfelt songwriting with Spencer Thomas and special guest Johanna Warren.