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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.
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Gas prices see slight dip in Gainesville area
Apr 25, 2024
Average gallon of gas down 10 cents since last week.
Victim identified in Tiger Bay Apartments shooting
Apr 22, 2024
Gainesville Police Department investigating homicide that took place Friday morning.
Gas prices increase 8 cents per gallon in Gainesville area
Apr 18, 2024
Marks new 2024 high for average price per gallon.
Trenton man who crashed excavator into Walmart receives prison sentence
Apr 16, 2024
Jesse Smith hot-wired machine and caused $2 million in damage in Sept. 11 incident.
Jury indicts 3 in Pointe 23 Apartments murder
Apr 9, 2024
One man, two teenagers involved in February shooting.
Trial date set for racial discrimination lawsuit against former Sheriff Watson
Apr 8, 2024
Deputy claims he was passed over for promotion due to race.
Annual Gator Clot Trot slated for Saturday
Apr 5, 2024
5K & Fun Walk fundraiser to take place at Santa Fe College.
Gas prices drop slightly in Gainesville area
Apr 4, 2024
Average cost per gallon down four cents since last week.
GPD releases body camera footage of K-9 biting homeless woman
Mar 29, 2024
Incident occurred when police respond to nearby domestic disturbance.
Gas prices continue to rise locally, statewide
Mar 28, 2024
Price per gallon has gone up six cents since last week in Gainesville area.
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.