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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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Alachua’s Tara April special permit postponed to January hearing despite protest
Nov 18, 2025
Applicant asks for delay one night before meeting.
Alachua Chick-fil-A marks grand opening with free meal giveaway
Nov 17, 2025
Cows Eat Free giveaway for costumed customers on Thursday.
Sneak peek: Newberry unveils city hall
Nov 15, 2025
Tours build momentum before Nov. 24 ribbon cutting.
High Springs drains emergency reserves to pay surprise $900K bill
Nov 14, 2025
Miller voted mayor, Bloodsworth Jr. vice mayor.
Newberry announces $66 million investment in AgFoodTech park
Nov 12, 2025
First of two industrial hydroponic greenhouses from Harvest Singularity to open in 2027.
New Archer commissioner challenges unbalanced transactions
Nov 11, 2025
After being sworn in to her first meeting on Monday, Archer’s new Commissioner Karen Fiore wasted no time leading a charge on changes she wants to […]
City of Alachua moves to expand alcohol sales in CRA district
Nov 11, 2025
State-funded grant of $1.5 million to be used for road near new Ben E. Keith facility.
Alachua’s Tara timeline to culminate in Nov. 18 hearing
Nov 8, 2025
Tara April stormwater approval could pave way for Mill Creek Sink development.
Yelp reveals its 2025 Top 25 restaurants in Gainesville area
Nov 7, 2025
New list makers include Amrit Palace, The Paper Bag, Resident Coffee Roasters and DJ’s Cast Iron Burgers.
High Springs re-elects Grunder, approves extended Sunday alcohol sales
Nov 5, 2025
Mayoral terms limited to one year.
Gilchrist County BOCC signs public safety agreement with Ginnie Springs Outdoors
Nov 4, 2025
Terms look to make historically dangerous park family-friendly.
Butler Plaza expands with 10 new stores
Nov 3, 2025
Pepper’s Mexican Grill and Cantina opened last week.
Veterans Day events on tap throughout area
Oct 31, 2025
Multiple celebrations to feature concerts, picnics, fishing and motorcycle rides.
The Arc of Alachua County celebrates 59 years
Oct 30, 2025
Group raises $47K for kitchen renovations.
Alachua unveils new water management facility
Oct 29, 2025
Additional wellfield grows city water capacity by 30%.
Alachua City Commission pauses $148K cloud software contract amid concerns
Oct 28, 2025
Commission appoints volunteer committee members.
High Springs approves permanent alcohol sales exemptions near churches
Oct 24, 2025
Police department accepts $24,000 grant.
Gainesville duo releases guide to 43 North Florida hidden gems
Oct 23, 2025
Authors encourage readers to explore their backyards.
GRU employee wins vacant Archer City Commission seat
Oct 22, 2025
Karen Fiore calls for financial transparency, budget integrity.
Winn-Dixie buys three Hitchcock’s Markets in Florida-focused expansion
Oct 21, 2025
Southeastern Grocers and Winn-Dixie to merge into The Winn-Dixie Company by 2026.
Darrell’s Dog Gone Good Diner closes Gainesville location
Oct 21, 2025
Rice & Shine Asian fusion cafe to open in its place.
UF’s $50 million Ramos Collaboratory opens to campus
Oct 17, 2025
Applause and bagpipe music echoed throughout the Antevy Hall Atrium on Thursday as the UF community celebrated the Bruno E. and Maritza F. Ramos Collaboratory’s soft […]
High Springs City Commission candidates gear up for Nov. 4 election
Oct 16, 2025
Voters to also decide the city’s Sunday alcohol ordinance.