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Updating Breaking News: Employees at two Publix locations in Gainesville test positive for COVID-19

Suzette Cook

Apr 18, 2020

Updated at 3pm A second Publix employee in Gainesville tested positive for COVID-19 at a separate location, it was learned this afternoon. Employees at the Publix […]

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EZ the Clown sends message of thanks to frontline employees

Suzette Cook

Apr 18, 2020

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EZ the Clown used to give back to the community by visiting children’s hospitals and making people laugh. Now, he works as the production manager at […]

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UF medical and PA students volunteer child care and household help for UF Health employees in need

Mainstreet Daily News

Apr 15, 2020

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In appreciation for the UF Health staff working tirelessly on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic, UF College of Medicine students are offering their services to help […]

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Florida gas prices still plunging

Mainstreet Daily News

Apr 15, 2020

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The plunge at the pump continued last week, with Florida gas prices falling another 6 cents. How much lower gas prices go will depend on how the market responds to […]

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What is the SBA? An unheralded agency faces the unprecedented task of saving America’s small businesses

Mainstreet Daily News

Apr 14, 2020

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The coronavirus pandemic is devastating small businesses across the U.S. because of shelter-in-place orders that have forced millions to temporarily close. So far, Congress has devoted […]

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Why your local store keeps running out of flour, toilet paper and prescription drugs

Mainstreet Daily News

Apr 11, 2020

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Retailers are frequently running out of everything from flour and fresh meat to toilet paper and pharmaceuticals as supply chains hammered by the coronavirus struggle to […]

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Lowe’s closing all stores on Easter Sunday

Mainstreet Daily News

Apr 9, 2020

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Lowe’s Companies announced this week that all stores and distribution centers in the United States and Canada will be closed on Easter Sunday, April 12th. “Our […]

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UF Health making coronavirus testing available to first responders and ER employees

Bill Levesque | UF Health

Apr 8, 2020

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Local first responders and emergency room employees who do not have symptoms of the novel coronavirus but nonetheless worry they have been exposed to it can […]

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Nearly 90% of Florida gas stations under $2 a gallon

Mainstreet Daily News

Apr 7, 2020

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The effects of COVID-19 continue to take a toll on prices at the pump. Florida gas prices dropped another 7 cents last week, contributing to a massive 50 […]

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National Center for Life and Liberty offers COVID-19 response plan for churches

Suzette Cook

Apr 2, 2020

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Attorney David Gibbs, President and general counsel of the National Center for Life and Liberty, wants churches, small businesses and nonprofits to take advantage of the […]

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Phalanx Defense Systems of Gainesville ramps up mask cutting, sanitizer production

Suzette Cook

Apr 2, 2020

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Time is of the essence as Alachua County braces for the impact that the COVID-19 pandemic will have on local hospitals, first responders and citizens. For […]

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Gainesville gas prices highest in state

Mainstreet Daily News

Mar 30, 2020

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Florida gas prices are only getting cheaper, as residents are urged to stay home to stop the spread of coronavirus. The average price for gasoline in […]

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Senior Hours: Local Alachua County stores give exclusivity to the elder shoppers among us

Mainstreet Daily News

Mar 25, 2020

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COVID-19 vs. Us EDITOR’S NOTE – Mainstreet Daily News is seeking stories about individuals and organizations coming together to push back against the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s entitled […]

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Gainesville McDonald’s providing free lunch for children

Mainstreet Daily News

Mar 24, 2020

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Gainesville-area McDonald’s, including those owned by the Paris family, are giving away free lunch to students ages 12 and under as part of their efforts to […]

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Local distillery donating hand sanitizer to Alachua County Sheriff’s Office

Tim Price

Mar 24, 2020

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COVID-19 vs. Us EDITOR’S NOTE – Mainstreet Daily News is seeking stories about individuals and organizations coming together to push back against the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s entitled […]

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With the winds of coronavirus blowing, we’re all in this together

Mainstreet Daily News

Mar 24, 2020

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On Friday, March 13th, 2020, I threw out the window a hard and fast rule I had lived by professionally for almost 35 years… and I […]

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Florida gas prices lowest in nearly four years

Mainstreet Daily News

Mar 23, 2020

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As COVID-19 cases in America increased last week, fuel prices plummeted across the board. Crude oil plunged to 18-year lows, while prices at the pump are now the lowest […]

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Camp Run-A-Mutt offers pickups/deliveries for pet daycare and boarding

Mainstreet Daily News

Mar 19, 2020

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We opened our doors for business on December 16th. We are a completely cage-free daycare and boarding business with grooming right on site. We have over […]

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Area stores create special shopping time for senior citizens only

Suzette Cook

Mar 18, 2020

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Dollar General Corporation announced plans to dedicate the first hour of each shopping day to senior shoppers, as well as amend store operating hours beginning March […]

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Newberry produce stand is holding steady

Suzette Cook

Mar 16, 2020

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While farmers markets throughout Alachua County area cancelling events, one open air market produce stand in Newberry is maintaining its hours and remaining open seven days […]

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SunState FCU closing two offices during coronavirus event

Mainstreet Daily News

Mar 16, 2020

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The SunState FCU Lake City VA Medical Center office and Gainesville VA Medical Center office will not open Monday, March 16th, and will remain closed until […]

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Local businesses, churches, community organizations reaching out on social media to help families in time of need

Suzette Cook

Mar 14, 2020

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Earth Pets of Gainesville Owners Joy Drawdy and Kat Smith are notifying customers via social media posts that they are happy to deliver any pet supplies […]

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Under $2 a gallon coming to Florida?

Mainstreet Daily News

Mar 9, 2020

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Florida gas prices should go even lower this week, potentially sinking below $2 per gallon in some markets. Crude and gasoline futures prices were sent into […]

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WayWard Fox a Sly, Flavorful Addition to Downtown Area Restaurant Scene

Mainstreet Daily News

Mar 7, 2020

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Steve Grimes has worked in restaurants in Japan, Thailand, New York City, Jamaica and now Gainesville. At each stop, he’s embraced the local cuisine and taken […]

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