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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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118-year-old church turned museum keeps Hawthorne’s history
Feb 22, 2025
Church gave building to city in win-win.
Gainesville authorizes letter over garbage fee mishap, continues streatery
Feb 20, 2025
City also finalized Florida Theater historic designation.
Alachua County continues negotiations with UF on animal services
Feb 20, 2025
Draft contract expected later this year.
Alachua County Animal Services searches for women who dumped dog
Feb 19, 2025
Dog followed car down NW 53rd and nearly caused collision.
Gainesville collects input on Citizens Field as scenarios come to finish
Feb 18, 2025
Commission to hear options before summer recess.
Gainesville protesters crowd downtown sidewalks to oppose Trump, Musk
Feb 17, 2025
Protests held nationwide on Presidents’ Day.
Hidden Gems: 9 Alachua County parks and preserves worth visiting
Feb 17, 2025
Activities range from boating to hiking and observation points.
Lender files foreclosure complaint against Oaks Mall, $80M owed
Feb 10, 2025
Motion filed for property to enter receivership.
Unassuming home belies rich history of A. Quinn Jones
Feb 8, 2025
Museum, cultural center honors leading Gainesville educator.
Alachua County jury awards $15 million in sheriff discrimination case
Feb 7, 2025
Jury finds ACSO discriminated, retaliated against white sergeant.
Gainesville City Commission votes to increase garbage rates 20%
Feb 6, 2025
Commissioners also vote on Florida Theater, discuss hiring freezes.
Alachua County focuses on West End, eastern park for coming years
Feb 4, 2025
Commissioners updated their parks masterplan on Tuesday.
Attorneys select jury, give opening arguments in ACSO discrimination lawsuit
Feb 3, 2025
Trial expected to last all week.
Ironwood improvements underway as Gainesville settles golf course future
Jan 31, 2025
After talks, city plans to keep course operating.
ACSO discrimination lawsuit to start trial next week
Jan 30, 2025
Motion remains open concerning service firearms in court.
Gainesville continues constant improvements with “Groundhog Day” lessons
Jan 29, 2025
State of City held Wednesday.
Alachua County Commission moves to close Florence Landfill early
Jan 28, 2025
Landfill permit currently allowed under state law extension.
8 Alachua County developments progressing in 2025
Jan 24, 2025
Projects include industrial park, golf course, multi-story site downtown.
Gainesville commissioners discuss priorities, potential rule changes
Jan 23, 2025
Commissioners had retreat on Thursday.
High Springs residents train to stop traumatic bleeding
Jan 23, 2025
Fire department, UF Health partnership provided event.
Oak Hall’s Li earns WFM chess title, aims for another
Jan 22, 2025
She is now highest-rated player in school history.
CityLight Church to celebrate anniversary, release worship EP
Jan 22, 2025
Three songs will release Jan. 26.