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Seth Johnson is a Mainstreet Daily News associate editor based in Gainesville. He earned a degree in journalism and mass communication and served as editor-in-chief of his school newspaper. Seth is a bookworm and chess nerd, but he tempers these activities by playing sports and biking.
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Gainesville’s bird count sees 171 species despite drought
Dec 25, 2025
Birders had chance to tie record.
Residents turn to action after ADA lawsuit against Gainesville businesses
Dec 20, 2025
Locals question lawsuit ethics with complaints to attorney general.
Q&A: Williams looks ahead in new role as CEO of GRACE Marketplace
Dec 18, 2025
Williston native combines his experiences for homeless work.
Alachua County board selects new director to direct transportation organization
Dec 16, 2025
MTPO transitioning to in-house staff.
Blindsided: Iconic Gainesville businesses included in 49 ADA lawsuits
Dec 15, 2025
Owners forced to settle or spend after dozens of mirror suits.
Gainesville chamber lays off 25% of staff, to sell downtown office
Dec 12, 2025
Four staffers lose jobs, chamber takes out loan.
Gainesville plans to finalize comments and comprehensive plan by early 2026
Dec 11, 2025
Public feedback still available.
Alachua County, Gainesville receive updates on cultural arts and food hub
Dec 10, 2025
Food hub pilot scheduled for 2026.
Alachua County makes 4 tweaks to land development code
Dec 9, 2025
Changes further poultry limits, align with new state laws.
Gainesville commission approves charter officer raises
Dec 8, 2025
Willits selected as mayor pro tempore.
Gainesville OKs ownership of 36 acres for new preserve, park in southwest
Dec 8, 2025
Half of land purchase, half donated.
UF honors three partnerships with 2025 Town Gown award
Dec 5, 2025
Awards for nursing, retail safety and gameday operations.
Gainesville takes out $22 million loan, continues 8th and Waldo project
Dec 4, 2025
Split vote keeps one-way streets.
Alachua County reviews SNAP and housing guidelines for religious properties
Dec 2, 2025
Commissioners amend funding policy for food.
Enjoy nature: Best parks in Gainesville for a Thanksgiving weekend stroll
Nov 25, 2025
For short or long walks, here’s six options.
Gainesville commission, utility leaders spar over $700K in legal fees
Nov 24, 2025
City lost funding equal to utility’s legal fees.
Buchholz boys repeat cross country gold, Oak Hall girls earn silver on tiebreak
Nov 24, 2025
FHSAA state championships held Saturday.
Alachua County food networks see continued demand as new initiative opens
Nov 21, 2025
County starts fresh food distribution with local farm.
Gainesville sees crime reductions so far in 2025
Nov 20, 2025
City Commission approves housing report.
DeSantis, UF leaders break ground on Hamilton School set to finish in 2027
Nov 19, 2025
Historic infirmary from 1931 to be renovated for newest school.
Buchholz, Oak Hall advance to cross country championships after strong regionals
Nov 19, 2025
State championships set for Saturday.
Mother files wrongful death suit after toddler overdose at UF Health
Nov 17, 2025
Misplaced decimal point caused overdose, lawsuit says.
Gainesville commission receives IT updates, comprehensive plan timelines
Nov 14, 2025
IT contract savings used to build independent department.