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View all posts ReporterBefore joining Mainstreet Daily News to cover K-12 and higher education, Nick spent three and a half years at the Levy Citizen, where he served as the newspaper’s editor/reporter. In that role, Nick covered everything from government and education to sports and local events. He discovered his passion for journalism while attending the University of Florida, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in journalism in May 2021. When he is not typing words on his keyboard, you can usually find Anschultz watching sports – especially his Florida Gators – fishing, or spending time with friends and family. Nick is also a Report for America corps member.
Judge extends timeline in NCS’s legal fee dispute with School Board of Alachua County
Feb 10, 2026
Newberry Community School seeks more than $90,000 in attorney’s costs.
Buchholz High students face discipline following anti-ICE protest walkout
Feb 9, 2026
Students took part in walkout on Friday.
Alachua County officials evaluate school district’s ‘Future Ready’ initiative
Feb 6, 2026
Meeting held on Friday at Alachua County School District Office.
ACPS students shine in 10th annual robotics competition
Feb 5, 2026
VEX IQ challenge held Thursday at Lincoln Middle School.
Residents share feedback at Hawthorne’s Alachua County Public Schools input meeting
Feb 5, 2026
Meeting was part of the district’s ongoing planning initiative.
School Board of Alachua County approves renewals for 3 charter schools
Feb 4, 2026
The School Board of Alachua County (SBAC) approved the renewal of three public charter schools in Gainesville at its meeting on Tuesday. Resilience Charter School and North Central Florida Public Charter School were both […]
Dual enrollment at SF College offers students a head start on college
Feb 3, 2026
Program has been around since 1974.
UF students demand end to ICE collaboration during Solidarity Fest
Jan 30, 2026
Event held Friday in Turlington Plaza.
Janine Plavac announces run for School Board of Alachua County District 1 seat
Jan 29, 2026
A fourth candidate has entered the School Board of Alachua County (SBAC) race. Janine Plavac, the current holder of the District 5 school board seat, told Mainstreet on Wednesday that she intends to run for the District 1 seat this […]
UF holds second listening session for presidential search feedback
Jan 28, 2026
Public offers input on proposed qualifications and criteria for next president.
University of Florida’s online bachelor’s program ranked No. 1 by U.S. News
Jan 28, 2026
Program moves up one spot from 2025 rankings.
Newberry Community School Board approves 2026-27 staffing plan
Jan 27, 2026
Board also approved civility policy and ratified petition for attorney’s fees.
UF initiates searches for permanent deans in arts, engineering and medicine
Jan 27, 2026
Acting Honors Program director and Assistant Provost for Student Success appointed.
High Springs teacher Barbara Brock named 2026 Alachua County Teacher of the Year
Jan 23, 2026
Brock among 40 educators honored at annual Teacher of the Year ceremony.
Newberry Community School seeks over $90K in legal fees from Alachua County School Board
Jan 22, 2026
Petion filed in court stems from Newberry Elementary School’s conversion to charter school.
School Board of Alachua County hears concerns from Hawthorne residents
Jan 21, 2026
Board also discusses current ICE guidelines and approves 2026-27 calendar.
Gainesville Christian School team serves hot meals at Ronald McDonald House
Jan 16, 2026
Members of the Gainesville Christian Community School (GCCS) middle school boys basketball team traded their jerseys for aprons on Wednesday night, serving hot meals to families at the Ronald McDonald House Charities of North Central Florida (RMHCNCF). A total of 10 […]
ACPS unveils proposed guiding principles for Future Ready initiative
Jan 15, 2026
Principles were presented at school board workshop on Monday.
UF Eye Opener Discovery Breakfast features insights from acclaimed neurologist
Jan 14, 2026
Dr. Michael Okun serves as executive director of UF Health’s Norman Fixel Institute.
State attorney’s office drops charges against 3 Santa Fe High School administrators
Jan 13, 2026
Wright, Faulk and Rendek were accused of failing to report suspected child abuse.
UF students return for spring semester with resolutions and excitement
Jan 12, 2026
Monday marked first day of classes following winter break.
Key education bills to watch in Florida’s upcoming legislative session
Jan 9, 2026
Cursive writing, teacher oath and extended recess requirements among those to be considered.
School Board of Alachua County to review community input on Future Ready initiative
Jan 8, 2026
Board to hear overview of feedback during a workshop on Monday.
DeSantis reappoints Bill Heavener to UF Board of Trustees amid federal lawsuit
Jan 8, 2026
Heavener listed in 2024 whistleblower lawsuit involving two colleges he oversees.