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Lillian Hamman is a Mainstreet Daily News reporter in Gainesville. She earned a bachelor's degree from Berry College and has worked in podcast production and global news reporting. Lillian is a fan of classic films, maker of all things textiles, and runner of all roads.
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Humane Society launches group dog walking program
Dec 31, 2025
Pack Walk donated to honor Australian Shepherd.
Mainstreet’s top feature stories of 2025
Dec 30, 2025
Stories included fraud case, UF pipe organ centennial celebration and Lincoln High School Memorial Wall unveiling.
Archer appoints ex-Hawthorne mayor as interim part-time city manager
Dec 29, 2025
Permanent city manager interviews slated for Jan. 5 to Jan. 7.
Ode to Old Florida: Huff family reflects on Orange Lake Overlook’s citrus legacy
Dec 24, 2025
Alachua Conservation Trust nears $500K goal for preserve renovations.
Residents turn to action after ADA lawsuit against Gainesville businesses
Dec 20, 2025
Locals question lawsuit ethics with complaints to attorney general.
Alachua County prepares for 15,000 athletes in 2026 indoor track season
Dec 17, 2025
Eight-weekend schedule to bring five championship races to Alachua County Sports and Events Center.
Gainesville’s The Paper Bag deli expands to Magnolia Parke
Dec 16, 2025
Fourth location set to open in January.
Blindsided: Iconic Gainesville businesses included in 49 ADA lawsuits
Dec 15, 2025
Owners forced to settle or spend after dozens of mirror suits.
High Springs continues wastewater bill investigation, punts solid waste contract
Dec 12, 2025
Commission to make final solid waste vote in January.
Archer receives $5.7M for wastewater, extends interim city manager contract
Dec 11, 2025
Interim city manager takes indefinite medical leave of absence.
Alachua City Commission shuts down public records policy workshop
Dec 9, 2025
Fills planning and zoning vacancies.
‘Sonny’ Tillman, founder of Sonny’s BBQ, dies at 96
Dec 8, 2025
Tillman leaves legacy of homestyle cooking, personal relationships.
Gala Bank opens in Tower Hill Plaza
Dec 3, 2025
Company to offer Honey Baked Ham giveaway throughout December.
Holiday cheer: Must-visit events around Alachua County area in December
Dec 2, 2025
Hot chocolate, nostalgia and “the big man” himself on tap.
Bagels & Co. celebrates grand opening with free bagels on Thursday
Dec 2, 2025
Shop to bake orange and blue bagels for UF game days.
‘A Very GNV Holiday Parade’ headlines Saturday’s holiday season kickoff
Dec 1, 2025
Kids dance party and Thomas Center lights celebration to follow.
‘Operation Turkey Sandwich’ delivers 160 meals to Thanksgiving Day workers
Nov 27, 2025
Gethsemane Lutheran Church partners with Thrivent for holiday ministry’s ninth year.
Alachua commissioner questions city’s public records policies
Nov 26, 2025
City allows alcohol sales near religious institutions in CRA.
Newberry initiates temporary road requirements for subdivided land
Nov 25, 2025
City Commission votes to manage Champions Park.
Newberry F-300 AgFoodTech Innovation Park receives $5.6 million grant
Nov 24, 2025
State funds to build innovation park infrastructure.
Alachua’s Josh’s Place wins 3-year $120K concert series grant
Nov 21, 2025
Concerts to kick off in April 2026, honoring Josh Harris.
‘Cows Eat Free’ on Chick-fil-A’s opening day in Alachua
Nov 20, 2025
New dining room offers play space for children.
Celebrate 11 free Thanksgiving dinners around Alachua County
Nov 19, 2025
Food giveaways and traditional meals for entire community.