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Seth Johnson is a Mainstreet Daily News reporter 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 voters denounce political animosity as they head to polls
Nov 5, 2024
Locals cite Amendment 4, GRU as top issues in ‘rough’ political season.
From No to Yes: Long changes stance on single-member districts
Nov 1, 2024
Rodney Long sees districts as chance for African Americans.
From hotel to museum to offices: Gainesville’s Seagle Building starts next transition
Oct 31, 2024
Trimark Properties has gutted two floors for office space.
Updated: Clemons calls for end to clashes over GRU Authority, Eastman responds
Oct 31, 2024
He said legal battles are ego driven.
Five of Gainesville’s newest apartments—and what they cost
Oct 30, 2024
Units built in last four years start at $1,500.
Gainesville Police arrest man inside Black church, city manager responds
Oct 29, 2024
Officers responded to theft call from Dollar General.
Gainesville dual names street in honor of late educator Magnolia Jackson
Oct 25, 2024
Jackson died in May, shortly after her 106th birthday.
Gainesville OKs concept plan for pedestrian-only downtown “Streatery”
Oct 25, 2024
Project expected to start construction in late 2025.
Hawthorne native to receive FFA American Award, third in city history
Oct 24, 2024
Bristow at Santa Fe College for agribusiness.
Judge orders pause on enforcing Gainesville Regional Utilities vote
Oct 24, 2024
Approved injunction could mean a two-day trial in December.
Gainesville asks GRU to prioritize three new recreational trail projects
Oct 24, 2024
New projects could rival Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail usage.
Melrose property purchase, music venue project continues forward
Oct 23, 2024
Sale anticipated next week.
Gainey rejoins Four Corners Agreement with Bradford, Clay, Putnam sheriffs
Oct 22, 2024
Agreement outlines enforcement in Melrose.
Smashed home during Helene leaves Gainesville family searching
Oct 21, 2024
Helene proves worst storm for Alachua County.
Meet the Candidates: Alachua County Supervisor of Elections
Oct 21, 2024
Supervisor position on ballot for first time since 2016.
Inaugural ‘Cool Heroes’ giveaway nets Army vet free AC unit
Oct 17, 2024
Winner has also worked at P.K. Yonge for 24 years.
Gainesville police update shows positive crime trends
Oct 17, 2024
Commission finalized higher commercial solid waste fee.
GRU completes mandated water service inventory for all residences
Oct 17, 2024
New guidelines aimed at reducing lead exposure.
Alachua County tax collector to offer kiosks at Publix
Oct 16, 2024
Self-serve kiosks provide vehicle registration renewals.
Mainstreet to double print distribution starting Oct. 30
Oct 15, 2024
Success of first delivery zone propels expansion.
Gainesville celebrates Indigenous Peoples’ Day at City Hall Plaza
Oct 14, 2024
Speakers said Gainesville is the only city to make the holiday switch.
Department of Energy awards $47 million to Gainesville’s utility
Oct 14, 2024
Money to improve grid resilience.
Ethics complaint accuses Bielarski of misusing funds for election
Oct 14, 2024
Utility head says GRU is obligated to educate.
Gainesville, Alachua County move forward with school speed cameras
Oct 11, 2024
Tickets could come for those driving 10+ over the speed limit.