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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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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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Melrose readies for WildFlowers festival permit vote
Festival expects to bring 2,000 visitors.
Gainesville utility set for second 5 mill fuel increase amid winter weather
Gainesville Regional Utilities (GRU) announced Thursday that it would again raise its fuel adjustment cost by 5 mills in February, following a mirror increase for January. The adjustment […]
Alachua County greenlighted for UF land deal, $30M animal shelter
Sheriff’s office to begin animal enforcement.
FBI, IRS warn against elder fraud schemes in Gainesville
Warning comes after $15 million fraud conviction.
Gainesville considers mobility fee changes for new developments
Comprehensive plan deadline could get pushed back.
Gainesville’s Dream on Purpose finds permanent home in time for $200K deadline
Local nonprofit preps to enter second decade of service.
Prizzia, Scott clarify mugshot policy talks after distorted public perception
Commissioner and sheriff emphasize collaboration.
Gainesville celebrates MLK Day with newly renovated gardens, parade
MLK Commission adds two to Hall of Fame.
Gainesville again paves way for multistory downtown apartment building on Lot 10
City to give away 16 parcels in Heartwood.
GRU Authority approves consultants for $55 million water plant project
State agency would require the changes by 2032.
East University Avenue shooting injures 2 GPD officers, kills suspect
Another person found deceased near scene.
Levy County appropriations aim to mitigate, repair from major storms
14 projects ask for $21 million.
Gainesville’s Commissioner Ingle to undergo brain surgery with 6-week recovery
Tumor first removed two years ago.
Ward readies for elections, economic development, construction in 2026
Commissioner Ed Book to step down.
UF student groups protest ICE following shooting death
Event culminates year of protests in Gainesville.
The Oaks Mall avoids power disconnect following $125,000 in unpaid bills
GRU was ready to pull plug on Monday.
6 Gilchrist County projects seek funding in 2026 appropriations requests
Projects include fire, wastewater.
Alachua County delegates seek $141M for 2026 local appropriations
University of Florida takes lion’s share.
DeSantis awards $167M for rural communities while visiting Steinhatchee
Infrastructure funds headed to Cedar Key, Gilchrist County and Levy County.
Gainesville metro transportation board OKs crosswalk plan for NW 13th Street
Road corridor sees 27,000 vehicle trips daily.
Road Trip Florida includes 11 local sites to visit for America’s 250th birthday
Tom Petty, Gatorade, Call Street and Ginnie Springs earn a spot.
15 candidates ready for Florida House, Senate, Alachua County and Gainesville races
Incumbents term limited and stepping down.
Mainstreet’s most-viewed stories of 2025
Following our theme of top 2025 stories, today’s list features Mainstreet’s most-viewed stories, as recorded by Google Analytics. These stories differ from our top local news stories that […]
‘This is art’: Lor Kebab crafts Persian cuisine in downtown Gainesville
Chef finds inspiration from Iranian province.