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View all postsSeth 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.
Alachua County issues resolution about ICE enforcement practices
Aug 11, 2026
Commission balance state law, community values and political risks.
Pair of public defenders campaign for Alachua County Judge Seat 5
Aug 6, 2026
Atria, Martin discuss the court and impartiality.
Wall Street affirms Gainesville utility’s ‘A’ bond ratings heading into new debt
Aug 5, 2026
Three credit agencies weigh into utility's finances.
Caring and Sharing Learning School eyes growth, building on student successes
Aug 5, 2026
Push into middle school anticipated.
Judge orders Florida to rewrite property tax amendment wording
Aug 4, 2026
Florida attorney general to reword ballot language for Amendment 3.
Gainesville starts building SW Public Safety Center
Jul 31, 2026
Project boosts limited public infrastructure in the area.
Gainesville residents protest tree clear-cutting for new Fire Station 9
Jul 30, 2026
City removed 521 trees from SW Archer Road site.
Bid window opens for Ironwood Golf Course, with locals making a play
Jul 28, 2026
Local coalition launches second proposal.
Gainesville to celebrate Depot Park’s 10th anniversary
Jul 27, 2026
Park transformed from hazardous brownfield site.
Meet the Candidates 2026: Cornell seeks 4th county term against lone challenger
Jul 24, 2026
Cornell, Baines election to be finalized in August.
Crime Stoppers ups rewards as it aims to link information with investigations
Jul 23, 2026
Rebrand, new members boost activity.
Meet the Candidates 2026: Alachua County sees all-Democrat District 2 race
Jul 23, 2026
Four candidates vie for seat.
Meet the Candidates 2026: Gainesville mayor faces political newcomer
Jul 22, 2026
Ward, Moon are only mayoral candidates.
Gainesville begins replacement of Station 3, tackling infrastructure backlog
Jul 22, 2026
Current station opened in 1960.
Meet the Candidates 2026: Willits seeks second term with familiar ballot challenger
Jul 21, 2026
Willits, Cain face off in rerun of 2022.
Gainesville transit, housing group releases election endorsements
Jul 21, 2026
Endorsements based on candidate forum.
Meet the Candidates 2026: Newcomers vie for Gainesville’s uncontested District 2
Jul 20, 2026
Book steps down after single term.
Gainesville restricts millage rate, aims to bump fire assessment
Jul 17, 2026
Budget season entering final stretch.
Appeal court asks Gainesville, GRU Authority to clarify new Florida law
Jul 15, 2026
Final brief filed Monday.
Alachua County sheriff warns against rising scams estimated to cost $8 million locally
Jul 14, 2026
Elderly population especially vulnerable.
Verified: Preserve opens on Little Lake Santa Fe
Jul 13, 2026
Preserve owned by state, managed by county.
Celebration Pointe bankruptcy plan hinges on $50M payment to avoid liquidation
Jul 9, 2026
Hearing scheduled for next week.
Alachua County commissioners move toward aides, support staff restructure
Jul 7, 2026
Vacant positions allow restructuring.