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Missing Canadian ‘snowbirds’ could have impact on Florida’s winter tourism industry

Mainstreet Daily News

Nov 25, 2020

The Center Square – An estimated 1 million Canadians spend up to six months wintering in the Sunshine State, contributing an estimated $6.5 billion to Florida’s […]

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Tiny homes neighborhood coming to Newberry?

Suzette Cook

Nov 24, 2020

Newberry commissioners are in favor of exploring a new ordinance that would welcome tiny homes to the neighborhood. By definition, a tiny home is 120 to […]

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‘Teach-back’ communication may lower patients’ risk for diabetes complications, hospitalizations

Mainstreet Daily News

Nov 24, 2020

A simple doctor-patient communication technique known as “teach-back” may lower the risk of health complications, hospitalizations and health care costs for patients with diabetes, according to […]

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Disney World brings back park hopping Jan. 1st

Mainstreet Daily News

Nov 20, 2020

Walt Disney World announced on Nov. 20th that park hopping will start again on Jan. 1st, 2021. According to the official Disney Parks Blog, “Starting Jan. […]

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UF medical students learn high-stakes trauma care in a low-risk environment

Mainstreet Daily News

Nov 18, 2020

Blood bubbles up and pours from a deep wound on the patient’s leg. A bruise extends from her shoulder down to her chest and abdomen. Her […]

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Golden Grants: North Florida McDonald’s Operators awarding $15,000 to benefit teachers and students

Mainstreet Daily News

Nov 18, 2020

Educators and individuals who represent programs and organizations that fuel the imagination, education and growth of students can apply for a North Florida Golden Grant. This […]

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Florida’s average gas price slips below $2 per gallon

Mainstreet Daily News

Nov 18, 2020

Florida gas prices inched lower last week. The state average declined by only 1-cent. After previously declining by margins of 3-4 cents, this was the smallest weekly decline in […]

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University of Florida Health ranked on two Forbes Magazine lists of best workplaces

Mainstreet Daily News

Nov 17, 2020

With its flagship hospital already ranked the best in Florida, University of Florida Health has earned two more distinctions: It is No. 12 on Forbes’ list […]

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Neighborhood workshop on GRU solar project in Archer is tonight

Suzette Cook

Nov 17, 2020

A special exception application for a major utility and solar energy collection facility known as Sand Bluff Solar Project will be discussed tonight (Nov. 17th) at […]

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County Commission to consider $46 million sports complex plan at Celebration Pointe

Suzette Cook

Nov 13, 2020

Alachua County will consider opting in on a public private partnership for a proposed $46 millon mixed-use regional indoor sports events center at Celebration Pointe in […]

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Florida gas prices are lowest in five months; state average could drop below $2

Mainstreet Daily News

Nov 11, 2020

Florida’s gas price plunge continued last week. The state average has declined 36 consecutive days for a total discount of 19 cents. It now appears the state average is on the […]

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Gilchrist County voters say yes to Sunday alcohol sales referendum

Suzette Cook

Nov 9, 2020

Gilchrist County residents are in favor of allowing alcohol sales on Sundays. Now it’s up to the Board of County Commissioners to decide the fate of […]

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Florida gas prices plunge to 4-month lows; more discounts expected

Mainstreet Daily News

Nov 5, 2020

Florida gas prices sank to their lowest level since June. The state average dropped 4 cents last week to an average price of $2.05 per gallon. Gas prices are on a 29-day streak of declines, […]

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Florida’s $15 minimum wage measure poised to pass

Mainstreet Daily News

Nov 5, 2020

The Center Square – If a thin margin holds, Florida voters Tuesday were poised to narrowly approve a constitutional amendment requiring the state’s minimum wage to […]

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County Building Department migrating to Citizenserve permitting software

Mainstreet Daily News

Nov 4, 2020

The Alachua County Building Department will be migrating to its new building permitting software, Citizenserve, beginning Friday, November 6, and finishing Monday, November 9, 2020. The […]

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Farmers unite for annual Fall equipment auction in High Springs

Suzette Cook

Nov 2, 2020

Auctioneer Matt Westmoreland and his son Colby are walking down the row of tractors as 2-year-old Bohie, Colby’s son, is “checking the oil” on each machine. […]

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20 nonprofits qualify for CARES Act funding

Suzette Cook

Nov 2, 2020

Alachua County is moving forward with the disbursement of $46.9 million in Federal CARES Act dollars by adding public safety salary reimbursements and finalizing nonprofit applications. […]

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Wawa opens new Gainesville store

Mainstreet Daily News

Oct 29, 2020

Wawa, Inc. today announced the opening of its new store, located at 1007 East University Ave., in Gainesville. Wawa’s newest store will provide customers with access to necessary […]

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Florida gas prices sink to lowest in nearly a month

Mainstreet Daily News

Oct 27, 2020

Florida drivers get a treat before Halloween, this year. Prices at the pump are falling around the state, sinking to their lowest level in nearly a month. […]

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County approves permit for cell tower between Newberry and High Springs

Suzette Cook

Oct 26, 2020

Plans for a cell tower to be built between Newberry and High Springs were approved back in July, and now a permit has been granted. […]

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Swamp Head Brewery offers annual candy inspired beers on Oct. 24th drive thru style

Mainstreet Daily News

Oct 23, 2020

Swamp Head Brewery in Gainesville is brewing up candy beers to satisfy adult trick or treaters’ sweet toothed customers. The beers will be available as […]

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Florida gas prices drop for 15 straight days

Mainstreet Daily News

Oct 20, 2020

Florida gas prices declined for the 15th consecutive day, Sunday. During the time the state average declined a total of 7 cents. Earlier this month, gas prices […]

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Applicant for West End Golf rezoning asks for 60-day deferral

Suzette Cook

Oct 19, 2020

The civil engineering firm representing a developer’s application for the rezoning of the former West End Golf property has requested a 60-day deferral in order to […]

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Florida gas prices down 3 cents

Mainstreet Daily News

Oct 14, 2020

Florida gas prices declined three cents last week. Pump prices are trending lower even as Hurricane Delta made landfall along the Gulf Coast refinery region. “It’s still […]