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Lillian Hamman is Mainstreet’s member ambassador and food writer based in Gainesville. She earned a degree in creative writing with a minor in business from Berry College and has worked in podcast production and news reporting. Lillian is a fan of classic films, maker of all things textiles, and runner of all roads.
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8 local u-pick farms to patronize
Mar 11, 2025
Fill your bags and buckets with all in-season fruits and vegetables you can pick this spring and summer.
Alachua County Library District presents 2025 Quilt Trail
Mar 6, 2025
Over 100 quilts from local quilting guilds on display at all 12 county libraries through March.
UF neurologist offers tips for adjusting sleep habits for daylight saving time
Mar 4, 2025
Time change affects more than moving your clock forward.
Frazer School takes top places in science competitions
Mar 3, 2025
Students from The Frazer School took top places at science competitions at the end of February and will be moving on to the national competitions slated for […]
Armed stand-off at Butler Plaza Walmart ends with arrest
Mar 3, 2025
Suspect from South Florida facing 20 felonies will appear in court on Monday.
Newberry appoints Jason Lyman as interim fire chief
Feb 27, 2025
Personnel shuffle follows Mike Vogel’s resignation after being arrested for driving under influence.
ARTSPEAKSgnv to hold 11th annual ‘Courageous Young Voices’ event
Feb 26, 2025
Creative showcase to feature teen poetry and expression on March 9.
Strike: 9 fresh bowl kitchens in Gainesville
Feb 26, 2025
Looking for a place to get your grains, vegetables and proteins in one bowl without breaking the bank, running out of time on your lunch break, […]
Fundraiser supports Gainesville family’s wheelchair-accessible van initiative
Feb 18, 2025
Mason family hopes to reach $30,000 goal by March.
7 planets to align in sky during “Parade of Planets” on Feb. 28
Feb 13, 2025
Lineup like this won’t happen again until 2040.
Chick-fil-A planned for city of Alachua
Feb 11, 2025
Alachua County’s first Chick-fil-A outside of Gainesville will be coming to the city of Alachua. According to state licensing information, the restaurant will take up shop […]
Free tax-filing services offered in Gainesville area
Feb 6, 2025
In-person and virtual tax filing appointments available for qualifying income levels.
12 Valentine’s Day-themed events and date ideas in Gainesville
Feb 5, 2025
Local businesses in full swing to celebrate season of love.
Pleasant Street Pizza Pub to open this spring
Feb 1, 2025
Owners aim to pay homage to Gainesville’s first black neighborhood.
Craig Wilburn leaves Keller Williams Realty to expand Real Brokerage
Jan 31, 2025
Gainesville’s top real estate agent aims to impact community through cloud-based brokerage model.
HCA Topping Out ceremony marks end of new hospital’s structural construction
Jan 27, 2025
New Gainesville hospital expected to open March 2026.
Made for More to hold annual gala on Feb. 2
Jan 24, 2025
Fundraiser to support non-profit student-athlete mentorship program.
David’s BBQ finds new ownership
Jan 24, 2025
Longtime owner of 36 years retires, sells restaurant to local family.
Goodwill on 34th Street to re-open Friday
Jan 22, 2025
First 50 guests at grand opening receive $20 Goodwill gift card.
First Watch opens at Oaks Mall
Jan 21, 2025
Customers get free coffee with every meal through Jan. 24.
Dutch Bros Coffee drive-thru to open on Williston Road
Jan 21, 2025
Store accepting applications before grand opening in March.
Gainesville celebrates MLK Day 2025 with annual parade
Jan 20, 2025
Parade’s second year is part of 41st King Celebration Anniversary.
Humane Society sends urgent request for dog fosters
Jan 14, 2025
Rural shelters filling up during colder weather.