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C.J. Gish is the senior editor for Mainstreet Daily News. He is a Pacific Northwest transplant who grew up in Oregon and moved to Florida in 2018. C.J. has spent more than 30 years in media, public relations and marketing, including stints as a newspaper reporter, working at two TV stations (FOX and ABC) in Boise, and as a media specialist for Eastern Oregon University. C.J. enjoys sports, especially the NFL and NBA, and is the father to three amazing adult children. Send story ideas to editor@mainstreetdailynews.com
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Area gas prices soar to 2024 record high
Mar 21, 2024
Average price per gallon in Gainesville area increased 12 cents since last week.
ACPS: Newberry football coach misused booster club funds
Mar 20, 2024
Ed Johnson received reprimand after paying personal cell phone bill with booster club monies.
Santa Fe High School coach, school employee put on administrative leave
Mar 19, 2024
FDLE conducting investigation on allegations of ‘crimes against children.’
Shooting in Lincoln Estates neighborhood kills 1
Mar 18, 2024
Officers respond to 1300 block of SE 17th Drive on Sunday night.
The Beach launches on WXJZ 100.9 FM
Mar 15, 2024
Format upgrades to classic hits aimed to embody Florida beach vibe.
Gas prices projected to increase in coming weeks
Mar 14, 2024
High demand with warmer temperatures coupled with rising oil prices will lead to surge.
Three sexual abuse lawsuits filed against Ignite Life Center
Mar 13, 2024
Lawsuits come one week after former volunteer sentenced to five years in prison.
BCSO deputies discover 3 women shot, killed in Lawtey home
Mar 12, 2024
Bradford County Sheriff’s Office receives multiple calls from child regarding domestic incident.
Construction on second Sonic Drive-In underway in Gainesville
Mar 8, 2024
New location is on SW Archer Road near Town Square Shopping Center.
Gainesville area sees 8-cent jump in prices at pump
Mar 7, 2024
Average gas prices in Florida increased 10 cents over last week.
Gas prices remain steady in Gainesville area
Feb 29, 2024
Average cost per gallon decreases by one cent while prices statewide are same.
Gas prices hit highest mark of year in Gainesville area
Feb 22, 2024
Florida ranks as 10th most expensive state in average cost per gallon.
Bench honoring late Stephan Mickle to be dedicated on Sunday
Feb 21, 2024
Gainesville Girl Scout Kristen Cooper to lead event at Lincoln Middle School.
Holloway breaks own indoor hurdles world record
Feb 19, 2024
Former UF athlete tops 60-meter record at USATF Indoor Championships.
HCA Florida Healthcare opens freestanding ER
Feb 16, 2024
Facility features 11 treatment rooms off I-75 Archer Road exit.
Talk show host, former Santa Fe College professor Ward Scott dies
Feb 15, 2024
Host of Ward Scott Files podcast died last night.
Gas prices surge nationwide
Feb 15, 2024
Gainesville area sees 21 cent increase to $3.36 per gallon since last week.
Gas prices drop slightly with increase projected by Valentine’s Day
Feb 8, 2024
Seasonal demands, higher oil costs and refinery maintenance to push pump prices up.
P.K. Yonge blanks Keystone Heights in playoff opener
Feb 7, 2024
Lady Blue Wave post third shutout of season against Indians.
Florida jumps into top 10 for most expensive gas nationwide
Feb 1, 2024
Sunshine state ranks ninth with $3.26 price per average gallon of gas.
HCA Florida North Florida Hospital resumes surgeries
Jan 30, 2024
Equipment issues led to postponed procedures.
Gainesville area gas prices shoot up 10 cents per gallon
Jan 25, 2024
Average statewide price per gallon increases 14 cents.
HCA North Florida Hospital reschedules surgeries over equipment issues
Jan 19, 2024
Hospital states it is using caution.