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Signs of a rebounding real estate market emerging in Alachua County

Mainstreet Daily News

May 21, 2020

“The home sales statistics for April are in for the Gainesville/Alachua County Area and there are several optimistic data points,” says Jeremy Thomas, 2020 Gainesville-Alachua County […]

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Florida gas prices inch higher as businesses re-open during phase one

Mainstreet Daily News

May 20, 2020

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Florida gas prices are beginning to inch higher as Florida eases restrictions, causing a growing number of people to hit the road. Gasoline demand is now only […]

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Facebook announces new SHOPS platform

Suzette Cook

May 20, 2020

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Facebook Co-Founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg went live on May 19th to announce the launch of Facebook Shops in partnership with Spotify. Zuckerberg said COVID-19 was […]

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Uber: Florida Veterans ride free to VA appointments during COVID-19

Mainstreet Daily News

May 19, 2020

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The Florida Veterans Foundation today announced its partnership with Uber to create the ‘Veterans Ride Program’ for Florida Veterans who may have limited transportation options when […]

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Domino’s Pizza opens in Newberry

Suzette Cook

May 18, 2020

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Erin Mullins was studying criminal justice at a community college and working as a driver for Domino’s Pizza when she got promoted to assistant manager. That’s […]

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Florida Realtors optimistic market disruption from COVID-19 is temporary

Mainstreet Daily News

May 13, 2020

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The Center Square – The COVID-19 emergency’s economic fallout has disrupted Florida’s real estate market, with buyers hesitant to pull the trigger and uncertain owners delaying […]

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Plunging gas prices level out as Floridians return to the road; Gainesville second highest region in state

Mainstreet Daily News

May 12, 2020

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Florida gas prices are leveling off, after plunging for 10 consecutive weeks. The 76-day streak of declines came to an end last week, as Floridians returned to […]

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Before you go to the Oaks Mall…

Staff Reports

May 11, 2020

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If you think your favorite store at the Oaks Mall in Gainesville was ready for business as of the May 8th re-opening, check before you make […]

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Phase 1: Hair salons, barbershops, and nail salons re-opening on May 11th

Suzette Cook

May 8, 2020

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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis posted a video on his official Facebook page announcing the opening of hair salons and barber shops in Florida this Monday. In […]

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To understand the danger of COVID-19 outbreaks in meatpacking plants, look at the industry’s history

Mainstreet Daily News

May 6, 2020

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Large meatpacking plants have become hotspots for coronavirus infection, along with jails and nursing homes. As of May 1, nearly 5,000 packing plant workers in 19 […]

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Pump prices level out as Floridians return to the road; fuel demand likely to rise as stay-at-home orders are eased in Florida

Mainstreet Daily News

May 6, 2020

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Florida gas prices may be nearing their floor as most of Florida prepares for the first phase of reopening on Monday. The lifting of stay-at-home restrictions has […]

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Daves New York Deli and area businesses feed first responders

Suzette Cook

May 5, 2020

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Dave Anders of Dave’s New York Deli in the Tioga Town Center refers to all first responders as “superheroes.” So he decided to reach out to […]

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Safe serving on the menu at local restaurants

Suzette Cook

May 4, 2020

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Come in, we’re open! At least that’s what many restaurants in Alachua County are saying. Executive orders issued by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Alachua […]

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5 tips for celebrating Mother’s Day from afar

Mainstreet Daily News

May 3, 2020

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(BPT) – This Mother’s Day, you may not be able to be with your mom in person due to social distancing. The time apart may be […]

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Gas Prices Drop Another 3.5 Cents; Oil Prices Recover from Historic Lows

Mainstreet Daily News

Apr 29, 2020

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Gas prices are still declining after a turbulent week in the fuel market. Crude oil prices sank to record lows last week amid growing concerns that producers […]

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Florida farmers: Fix supply chain logistics and we will deliver

Mainstreet Daily News

Apr 28, 2020

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The Center Square – Florida’s $8 billion agriculture industry is poised to deliver much needed fruits, vegetables, meats and dairy products to consumers nationwide but is […]

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Clear guidance, protocols could help Florida businesses decide best time to reopen

Mainstreet Daily News

Apr 24, 2020

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The Center Square – “No Shirt, No Shoes, No Mask, No Service.” Get used to it. You may see it on storefronts and office doors soon. […]

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Unemployment claims in Florida increase by 180%

Mainstreet Daily News

Apr 24, 2020

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The Center Square – After weeks of lower-than-expected reporting numbers, initial unemployment claims for the week ending April 18 jumped 180 percent in Florida. According to […]

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Gauging gas prices in Alachua County

Suzette Cook

Apr 23, 2020

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A year ago, the national average of price per gallon of regular unleaded gas was $2.89 according to AAA. Today, that average has plunged to $1.792 […]

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Florida gas prices down 60 cents in two months

Mainstreet Daily News

Apr 21, 2020

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Florida gas prices dropped another 3.5 cents last week. In total, the state average has declined 60 cents in the past two months. Florida Pump Price Breakdown: Average […]

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Florida’s airports garner $900M in federal assistance to stay afloat

Mainstreet Daily News

Apr 20, 2020

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The Center Square – The Federal Aviation Administration will distribute nearly $900 million in emergency assistance to 129 Florida airports struggling to pay salaries and bills […]

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Alachua thrift shop posts video claiming it will open against state order

Suzette Cook

Apr 20, 2020

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Editor’s Note While it is not the intent of Mainstreet Daily News to promote, endorse, or denounce the actions of a subject in an article, we […]

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Walmart associates required to wear masks beginning Monday

Mainstreet Daily News

Apr 19, 2020

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President and Chief Executive Officer of Walmart John Furner issued a memo on April 17th to all employees that as of Monday, April 20th, it is a […]

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Publix employees required to wear masks starting April 20

Suzette Cook

Apr 19, 2020

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All employees at Publix Super Markets will be required to wear face masks starting April 20, a company spokesperson said. Two employees at two stores in […]

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