Updating Breaking News from Wednesday: Florida bars, theaters re-open Friday; NBA eyes Orlando as ‘epicenter’ to restart season
The Center Square – Most Florida bars, movie theaters, bowling alleys and theme parks can reopen at 50 percent capacity beginning Friday. Gov. Ron DeSantis made […]
Florida teachers’ union submits plan to reopen schools for fall
The Center Square – Florida’s 12 public universities plan to reopen campuses in August, and the Florida Department of Education (DOE) is soon expected to outline […]
High Springs Police Chief asks for the community’s help in shooting incident
High Springs Police Chief Antoine Sheppard released the following statement about the May 29th shooting in High Springs, and asked for help in locating a suspect. […]
Overnight apartment fire in Gainesville contained to one room; displaces family
Crews from the Gainesville Fire Rescue responded to an early morning fire at the Village 34 apartments on the 300 block of SW 34th Street. On […]
How can Florida reduce economic risk during hurricane season?
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The Atlantic hurricane season is now underway, and major forecasters are predicting it to be busy with above-normal activity. Experts say it’s time […]
Legacy Park Summer Camp returns to Alachua but will look different due to COVID-19
Each day at Legacy Park Summer Camp, campers will discover new skills, build self-confidence, make new friends,and feel a sense of achievement. Camp activities include art, […]
UF Health students tackle community needs through COVID-19 Student Service Corps
Students from across UF Health have teamed up to assess and meet the needs of Gainesville’s citizens through the creation of a new organization, the UF […]
Food truck policy, early voting, fire assessment, and emergency order enforcement highlight Gainesville City Commission’s June 4th meeting
Editor’s Note: On the Agenda is a summary of high interest items to be decided on or discussed at upcoming local municipal meetings in Alachua County. […]
Prescribed fire today at Longleaf Flatwoods Reserve in Alachua County
The St. Johns River Water Management District is conducting a 119-acre prescribed burn Tuesday at Longleaf Flatwoods Reserve. The red trail is temporarily closed for the […]
AAA: 42% of Floridians less likely to evacuate from a hurricane due to COVID-19 concerns
Floridians are increasingly concerned about the 2020 Hurricane Season and the coronavirus is one of the reasons why. According to a AAA survey – fielded last week – […]
DeSantis calls for National Guard in wake of potential violence
Tallahassee, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis issued the following statement thanking state and local leaders for their partnership to keep Floridians safe: “Florida has zero tolerance […]
City of Alachua offering COVID-19 testing
The City of Alachua is partnering with the Florida Department of Health in Alachua County to provide drive-thru COVID-19 testing to Alachua residents ages 10 and […]
Alachua County Arts Council grants available
Alachua County artists, artist collaborators, and not-for-profit organizations can apply for either a Mini (max. $500) or Major (max. $3,500) Art Grant between 8:30 a.m. on […]
UF Health pediatrician answers questions about child vaccinations and COVID-19
As the COVID-19 virus has taken hold throughout the country, another health phenomenon has emerged: Childhood immunization rates have fallen. Compared with 2019, vaccinations decreased gradually […]
Summer Drive-In Movie Series: Celebration Pointe brings the entertainment back to Gainesville
Tired of staying at home? Grab your family, bring your appetite and get ready to watch Toy Story 4! Come join us for a family friendly, […]
Hurricane forecast, COVID-19 fears have Floridians nervous as ‘Mean Season’ begins
The Center Square – The “Mean Season” forecast calls for pain, and Floridians already stressed with the COVID-19 emergency are more on edge than usual as […]
National Christian Foundation givers mobilize $196 million for charities in March, April
At a time when churches and charities need it most, NCF givers have stepped up with critical support in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. In March […]
The GOOD news this week… 05-31-2020
Here are ninestories from Mainstreet Daily News this week that will inspire, enlighten and engage you. Enjoy!
Gainesville-Alachua Realtor Association provides over 54,000 meals to Bread of the Mighty Food Bank
The Gainesville-Alachua County Association of Realtors (GACAR) raised close to $5,500.00 and collected over a dozen overflowing boxes of food and personal hygiene donations for the […]
Newberry Mayor: “I saw a lot of love the last few weeks”
Opinion As the State works towards reopening, the numbers in this pandemic keep trending down, giving us all hope, and we all come out of our […]
In case you missed it: Health Administrator, Santa Fe Zoo, Cade Museum
It was a noteworthy news week in Alachua County. From an anonymous donor helping out the Bread of the Mighty Food Bank, to good news on […]
Applications open for District’s Blue School Grant Program on June 1st
Now entering the fifth year of its Blue School Grant Program, the St. Johns River Water Management District anticipates offering up to $20,000 in grants for […]
Alachua County law enforcement agencies release joint statement about the Minneapolis shooting
The Alachua County Sheriff’s Office released a joint statement signed by every law enforcement agency sheriff or chief in the county. The statement is titled: Alachua […]
Judge releases order allowing Alachua County to mandate face masks
The Alachua County Communications Office released the full text of the order (Justin Green vs. Alachua County) from Judge Donna M. Keim of the 8th Circuit […]