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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.
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.
When do schools in North Central Florida reopen after winter break?
Jan 5, 2026
Start dates for schools in Alachua and surrounding counties.
Education foundation of Alachua County honors achievements at holiday luncheon
Jan 5, 2026
Guest speakers and awards highlight December 2025 event.
6 key education issues in Alachua County to watch in 2026
Jan 2, 2026
Topics range from leadership searches to elections.
Pamela Marshall-Koons withdraws from 2026 Alachua County School Board race
Dec 30, 2025
Marshall-Koons was a candidate for District 3.
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.
4 candidates announce runs for Alachua County School Board seats in 2026
Dec 26, 2025
Three seats are up for reelection.
Former UF President Ben Sasse reveals stage 4 pancreatic cancer diagnosis
Dec 23, 2025
Sasse announced the diagnosis via social media on Tuesday morning.
Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center earns APPLE accreditation
Dec 23, 2025
Learning center has been working toward accreditation for last year.
New board takes charge as Frazer School’s owner resigns over financial issues
Dec 19, 2025
School to be led by a three-person board to start.
Alachua County School Board rates interim superintendent’s performance
Dec 17, 2025
Board members grade Kamela Patton’s overall performance as satisfactory.
UF establishes presidential search committee for university’s 14th president
Dec 17, 2025
Rahul Patel to chair 15-member search committee.
Alachua County School Board approves CFO transition in split vote
Dec 16, 2025
Editor’s note: This story was updated with additional information. The School Board of Alachua County (SBAC), in a split vote on Tuesday night, approved a Personnel Recommendations list by interim […]
UF Facilities Services Children’s Christmas Parade brings holiday cheer to campus
Dec 16, 2025
Sixth annual parade takes place on Tuesday morning.
Newberry community school board approves updated policies and teacher pay scale
Dec 16, 2025
Salary scale set at 5% higher than Alachua County Public Schools.
CFO transition draws concerns from Alachua County School Board member
Dec 15, 2025
Janine Plavac says Michael Reneke doesn’t meet qualifications for position.
Electrical Training Alliance of Gainesville offers path for aspiring electricians
Dec 12, 2025
Tuition-free, hands-on apprenticeship program has been training electricians since 1948.